Father & Son
Ronan Keating feat. Yusuf Lyrics
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It's not time to make a change
Just relax, take it easy
You're still young, that's your fault
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found something going on
But take your time, think a lot
Why, think of everything you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not
Son
How can I try to explain, when I do he turns away again
It's always been the same, same old story
From the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away
I know I have to go
Father
It's not time to make a change
Just sit down, take it slowly
You're still young, that's your fault
There's so much you have to go through
Find a girl, settle down
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
Son
All the times that I cried
Keeping all the things I knew inside
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it
If they were right, I'd agree
But it's them you know not me
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away
I know I have to go
The song "Father And Son" by Ronan Keating feat. Yusuf (formerly known as Cat Stevens), is a conversation between a father and his son. The father is telling his son that it's not yet time for him to make any major changes in his life, urging him to take it easy and relax. He reminds him that he is still young and there's so much that he still needs to learn. He advises his son to find a girl, settle down and get married, just like he did when he was his son's age. The father acknowledges that it can be challenging for his son to stay calm when he faces obstacles, but he asks him to take his time, think clearly and not rush into making important decisions.
The son, on the other hand, is trying to explain to his father that he needs to go away and start his own life. For as long as he can remember, he has been told to listen to his parents' advice and do what they say. However, now he feels that he needs to assert his independence and make his own choices. He is torn between respecting his parents' wishes and pursuing his own dreams.
The song highlights the age-old generational gap between parents and their children. Although both the father and son understand each other's perspectives, they have different priorities and approaches to life. The song also touches on the theme of growing up and leaving the comfort of one's home to venture out into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Father
The father is advising his son to take things easy and not rush into making decisions as he is still young and has a lot to learn about life.
It's not time to make a change
There is no need to make any drastic changes right now.
Just relax, take it easy
The father is asking his son to calm down and not take things too seriously.
You're still young, that's your fault
Being young and inexperienced could sometimes lead to making bad decisions.
There's so much you have to know
The son still has a lot to learn and experience in life.
Find a girl, settle down
The father is suggesting that his son should find a partner and start a family if he wants to.
If you want you can marry
The father is giving his son the freedom to choose his own path in life.
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
The father is content with his life and his past decisions.
I was once like you are now
The father was once young and inexperienced like his son.
And I know that it's not easy
The father understands that growing up and making decisions can be difficult.
To be calm when you've found something going on
It can be challenging to remain calm when something is happening around you that affects you emotionally.
But take your time, think a lot
The father is advising his son to take his time and think carefully before making any decisions.
Why, think of everything you've got
The son should consider everything he has in life before making any drastic changes.
For you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not
The son still has time to pursue his dreams, but he should also be mindful of his present circumstances.
Son
The son is expressing his frustration that his father does not understand him.
How can I try to explain, when I do he turns away again
The son is having a difficult time communicating with his father, who seems to avoid him.
It's always been the same, same old story
The father and son have had the same issues for a long time and have been unable to resolve them.
From the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen
The son has been taught to listen to authority and not express his own opinions.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away
The son has decided to leave and find his own path in life.
All the times that I cried
The son has experienced a lot of emotional pain and has shed many tears.
Keeping all the things I knew inside
The son has been hiding his true feelings and opinions from his father.
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it
It is difficult to express one's feelings, but it is even harder to keep them bottled up.
If they were right, I'd agree
The son would agree with his father if he thought his father was right.
But it's them you know not me
The son does not agree with his father's opinions because he has his own perspective on life.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away
The son has decided that the best course of action is to leave and find his own way in life.
I know I have to go
The son is sure that he needs to leave and find his own path in life.
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Written by: Yusuf Islam
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It's not time to make a change
Just relax, take it easy
You're still young that's your fault
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want, you can marry
Look at me, I am old but I'm happy
I was once like you are now
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
And take your time, think a lot
Think of everthing you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
How can I try to explain?
When I do, he turns away again
It's always been the same
Same old story
From the moment I could talk
I was older to listen
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know, I have to grow
I was once like you are now
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
But take your time, think a lot
Think of everthing you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
And all the times that I've cried
Keeping all the things I knew inside
And it's hard but it's harder to ignore it
If they were right, I'd agree
But it's them they know, not me
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know, I have to grow
@kashattack
Lots of guys have difficulty telling their dads how much they mean to them. Don't leave it too late fellas.
@fallenangel530
I left it too late sadly my dad died before i got to tell him how i wish i could turn back the clock to spend time with him.
@jameshanley9102
im afraid i share that feeling with you my friend its hard sometimes it was with both parents with me though
@fallenangel530
James Hanley I'm sorry
@JJrodriJJrodri-hn9ix
You're right. I lost my dad 4 years ago. all happened in some sort of sudden and my dad never knew how much he meant for me. I feel sad I dindt get the chance to let him know
@rustynuts686
my grandfather passed away recently and I believe my farther has regrets about not being able to express his feelings to him. a nod of the head and maybe on very special occasions a handshake ....
@itsharism
As a father and a son, it’s hard not to be touched by this song.
I miss you, dad. ❤️
@DameonEganWWERockStar258
Same ❣❤❤
@lennardbarton8805
I am very sorry❤
@lennardbarton8805
@@DameonEganWWERockStar258I am very sorry❤