Cry
Rueslatten Kari Lyrics
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For what must be the very first time
I don't walk fast
I'm enjoying each step
Then I see you from a distance
And I smile
Smile through my teeth
I'd rather stick to fighting
When I've been here for years
For a thousand years
There will still be dark days and..
I cry, even though I smile
Smiling through tears
Is something that I'll recommend
Sometimes, when you're near
Oh I sense you've been here
I know it has taken a while
For me to come clear
It's getting darker outside
I put on a coat
It's been a while since I felt cold
I do not walk fast
I'm enjoying each step
Then I see you from a distance
And I smile
Smile through my teeth
I cry, even though I smile
Smiling through tears
Is something that I'll recommend
Sometimes, when you're near
Oh I sense you've been here
I know it has taken a while
For me to come clear
The lyrics of Rueslatten Kari's song "Cry" talk about the complexities of emotions and how someone can be smiling through tears. The song starts off with the singer walking out of the shade into the light, taking in each step and enjoying it. However, everything changes once they see someone from a distance, someone who has a significant impact on their life. They smile through their teeth indicating their mixed emotions towards the individual. The singer then explains that falling apart is not for them, and they'd instead stick to fighting regardless of how long they have been doing it. They recognize that dark days will always be present in their life and acknowledge that part of themselves that lets them cry even when they are happy.
The song then sees a shift in emotions as the singer puts on their coat and realizes that it's getting darker outside than before. They continue to take things slowly, enjoying each step, but this time they see the same individual from a distance, and the same smile returns to their faces. They could be crying while smiling, which is something they recommend because acknowledging and accepting one's emotions is essential. They sense that the person they see has been around before, and it takes them some time to confess their emotions finally.
Overall, the song "Cry" talks about the importance of embracing one's emotions fully, even if they conflict with one another. It also explores the idea that sometimes people can be crying while still smiling on the outside.
Line by Line Meaning
I walk out of the shade into the light
I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and exploring new opportunities in my life.
For what must be the very first time
I've never felt so alive and free before, it's a new beginning for me.
I don't walk fast
I'm taking my time and savoring every moment, not rushing through life.
I'm enjoying each step
I'm finding joy in the little things in life and taking pleasure in every experience.
Then I see you from a distance
I spot you and feel a sense of happiness and comfort knowing you're there.
And I smile
I can't help but feel happy and content just by seeing you.
Smile through my teeth
Even though I'm smiling, there's still a part of me that feels uneasy or unsure.
Falling apart is not for me
I refuse to let hardships break me, instead I choose to keep fighting.
I'd rather stick to fighting
I'm determined to persevere through tough times and come out stronger on the other side.
When I've been here for years
No matter how long I'm here, there will still be struggles and challenges to face.
For a thousand years
Even if I were around for centuries, I know the difficulties of life would still exist.
There will still be dark days and..
I know that even in the good times, there will always be moments of sadness or pain.
I cry, even though I smile
Sometimes, despite feeling happy, there are still emotions and pain that I can't ignore.
Smiling through tears
I try to keep a positive attitude even when I'm feeling down and struggling emotionally.
Is something that I'll recommend
I believe that maintaining a positive outlook can help get you through even the toughest situations.
Sometimes, when you're near
Being around you brings me comfort and eases my anxiety or pain.
Oh I sense you've been here
I can feel your presence and support, even when you're not physically with me.
I know it has taken a while
It's taken me some time to come to terms with my emotions and open up about them.
For me to come clear
But finally, I'm able to speak honestly about how I feel and what I need, thanks to your support.
It's getting darker outside
Life is getting harder and more difficult to navigate.
I put on a coat
I'm preparing myself for the challenges that lie ahead.
It's been a while since I felt cold
I haven't experienced discomfort or difficulty in a long time, but I know it's coming.
Lyrics © SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: FRANK MUSKER, GARTH MURPHY
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