Hope
Ryan Calhoun Lyrics
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Do you ever feel like you're all alone?
And do you ever feel like you're the only one
Who can feel the pain, but you act ok
And I really hope that there's something more
Cuz I feel I don't have much to show
For anything in my life, for anything in my life...
Hope in my tears
And even my shame
And I have hope in my doubts
And hope in my faults
Even in my fears
Do you ever feel like nothing's going right?
And do you ever feel like you've got nowhere to go,
But you tell yourself you can't quite let go
I really hope that there's something more
Cuz I feel I don't have much to show
Worth anything in my life, worth anything in my life...
But there is hope in the pain
Hope in my tears
And even my shame
And I have hope in my doubts
And hope in my faults
Even in my fears
The song "Hope" by Ryan Calhoun is a poignant exploration of the experiences of loneliness and disappointment that we all face from time to time. The lyrics delve into the feelings of isolation and inadequacy that can accompany these experiences, emphasizing the sense that we are the only ones who feel this way. The opening lines, for example, begin with a question: "Do you ever feel like you're all alone?" These words immediately set a tone of vulnerability and introspection that continues throughout the song.
As the lyrics unfold, we are presented with a series of contrasting emotions that demonstrate the complexity of the human experience. The singer feels pain and shame, doubt and fear, and yet amidst all of this turmoil, there is also hope. The repeated refrain throughout the song is "But there is hope in the pain," which suggests that even when everything seems to be falling apart, there is still a glimmer of light that can guide us through the darkness.
Overall, "Hope" is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It acknowledges that life can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming, but it ultimately asserts that there is always a way forward. By embracing our vulnerabilities and recognizing the power of hope, we can transcend our pain and find new meaning and purpose in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever feel like you're all alone?
Have you ever experienced the feeling of solitude?
And do you ever feel like you're the only one
Do you also think that you are the only person who feels this way?
Who can feel the pain, but you act ok
Are you the person who feels pain but pretends that everything is alright?
And I really hope that there's something more
I am hoping that there is something beyond your current suffering.
Cuz I feel I don't have much to show
Because I don't think I have accomplished much.
For anything in my life, for anything in my life...
I don't feel like I have done anything worthwhile in my life.
But there is hope in the pain
Despite the pain, there is a possibility for a better future.
Hope in my tears
My tears are not signs of weakness, but of hope and healing.
And even my shame
I am not defined by my shortcomings or mistakes, but have the potential for brighter days.
And I have hope in my doubts
Even my doubts do not deter my hope for what is to come.
And hope in my faults
I accept my imperfections and trust that they will not prevent me from moving forward.
Even in my fears
My fears will not rule me, and I still have the possibility of realizing my dreams.
Do you ever feel like nothing's going right?
Have you ever had a time when nothing seemed to go your way?
And do you ever feel like you've got nowhere to go,
Have you ever been stuck in a situation where you felt trapped and hopeless?
But you tell yourself you can't quite let go
Even though you want to let go, have you ever found it hard to do so?
Worth anything in my life, worth anything in my life...
I still feel like I haven't made anything of myself yet.
Contributed by Colin J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Natalie Rose
This song is beautiful and heartbreaking, this guy is so talented. :)
Gabriel Calcan
Awesome!
Cloud B
😍😍😍😍🙏🙏🙏🙏