by your side
Running Red Lights Lyrics
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Wait for stones to roll with nothing more than gravity
Like you, you tie yourself to open doors
And smile at those who pass, who squint their eyes to see your face
Watch them go
Seizing lives unknown
Leaving you alone
But I'm...
I'm gonna stand by your side
We, we tried our best to beat the age
When one gets comfortable cheating games of solitaire
But we're old, we're older than when we were young
Closer to the ground and further from the fading sun
Now it's almost dark
The bluebird in your heart and every ice cold star in the sky
Has left you blind but I'm...
I'm gonna stand by your side
The opening lines of the song "By Your Side" by Running Red Lights convey the idea that some people simply let life pass them by while they wait for things to happen. They suggest that some individuals rely on the force of gravity to make things happen for them, rather than taking any active initiative. The second line continues this idea by alluding to the fact that a large number of individuals prefer to stay "tied" to their comfort zones, rather than pursuing new experiences. In some ways, they appear to be content with watching other people make progress, without taking any action themselves.
However, despite the implied apathy of these lines, the chorus of the song suggests a more proactive approach to helping others. The lyric "I'm gonna stand by your side" appears twice, which reinforces the idea that the singer is going to support someone they care about, no matter what. The song appears to suggest that while some people might not take the initiative themselves, there is still hope to be found in the kindness and compassion of others. This is particularly notable when the singer says they will stand by someone who is metaphorically "blind" due to the darkness around them.
Overall, the song seems to suggest that it's important to be proactive when it comes to pursuing your own life goals. However, it also suggests that there is value in supporting others, no matter how hopeless they may feel. The song's strength lies in the idea that life is not just about individual achievements, but also about forming meaningful connections with those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Days repeat themselves for those who wait...
If you wait around for something to happen without taking action, time will just pass you by repeating the same monotonous routine.
Wait for stones to roll with nothing more than gravity
Don't just wait for things to happen by chance – you need to actively create opportunities and make things happen for yourself.
Like you, you tie yourself to open doors
You try to keep yourself open to new experiences and possibilities, even if it means taking risks and stepping out of your comfort zone.
And smile at those who pass, who squint their eyes to see your face
You remain optimistic and friendly towards others, even when they may not fully see or understand who you really are.
Watch them go
You see others come and go in your life, each on their own path and journey.
Seizing lives unknown
Others may be going after new experiences and opportunities that aren't yet clear or fully defined.
Leaving you alone
Others may sometimes leave you feeling isolated or distant, as they pursue their own paths.
Leaving you behind
Others may surpass you or move ahead in ways that you're not able to, making you feel left behind or forgotten.
But I'm...
Despite the distance or obstacles that may arise, there is still someone there to support and stand by you.
I'm gonna stand by your side
Someone is committed to being there with you through thick and thin, even when times are tough and uncertain.
We, we tried our best to beat the age
We try to hold onto our youth and vitality, not wanting to let time and age slow us down or limit us.
When one gets comfortable cheating games of solitaire
One may turn to easy or deceptive escapes from reality, rather than facing the difficult challenges before them.
But we're old, we're older than when we were young
Despite our efforts to hold onto youth, age and experience have caught up with us, leaving us feeling older and more worn down than before.
Closer to the ground and further from the fading sun
We feel more connected to the earth and grounded in reality, while the sun (representing youthful energy and vitality) fades away into the distance.
Now it's almost dark
The present moment feels heavy and difficult, as though approaching the end of a long and tiring journey.
The bluebird in your heart and every ice cold star in the sky
Despite the heaviness and darkness, there are still small glimmers of hope and beauty in the world around you.
Has left you blind but I'm...
It's easy to lose sight of these glimmers and feel lost and alone, but there is at least one person who won't let you feel that way for long.
Contributed by Leo E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.