Traveling Song
Ryn Weaver Lyrics


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Oh, father time
That meter maid who lends one lively winking eye
We dance a borrowed jig while hiding from the fine
Oh, what I wouldn't spend to lend you mine

Nobody knows where they are going
Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
Over the edge of all our knowings
Be it a bang of the divine
Tip of my iceberg, blues are showing
I've never been on for goodbyes
So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know

Everywhere I roam
I'll see you on the road

Oh, I take it in vain
All the plans and moves that we made
Half a heart is aching to grow
Soulmates aren't just lovers, you know
I know, I know your eyes are the rain
Just a soul that's changing its shape
I'll be laughing all of the way
Thinking 'bout the days

Oh, nobody knows where they are going
Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
Over the edge of all our knowings
Be it a bang of the divine
Tip of my iceberg, blues are showing
I've never been on for goodbyes
So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know

Everywhere I roam
I'll see you on the road

So, farewell to my friend
He who taught me to love like a beast
And to feast like the queen that he fed turtle soup
Little boy from Paris to the states, check the facts
That was Magical Max
He was black sheep and mischief and love for his craft
And he told me that I was Apollo 13 on that very last day
He said shoot for your dreams, little girl
To the stars, well, I'm taking you with me now
This one is ours




And I know what you'd say, you'd say, on with the show
So on we go

Overall Meaning

In Ryn Weaver's song Traveling Song, she reflects on the uncertainty of life and tries to make sense of it all through her music. The song starts with a reference to the universal concept of time, personified as "father time" who is also a "meter maid" with a "lively winking eye." Weaver feels like we are all dancing to the beat of time, while trying to avoid the inevitable fines of mistakes and consequences. She also expresses a desire to swap places with father time, to have some control over her existence.


The chorus reflects on how we all navigate the unknown journey of life, trying to understand it and find meaning in it. Weaver uses the metaphor of an iceberg to represent the vastness of human experience and how only the tip of it is seen by others, while most of it remains hidden. She acknowledges her own vulnerability, especially when it comes to goodbyes, but she reassures herself and her listeners that she will continue to travel on, hoping to meet those she cares about on the road.


The bridge of the song is a tribute to a friend, Magical Max, who taught Weaver how to love fiercely and pursue her dreams. His influence is described as transforming her into a force of nature, compared to the Apollo 13 spacecraft. The song ends with a resolution to keep going, to continue chasing after one's dreams, and to put on a good show.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, father time
The concept of time and its inevitable passage


That meter maid who lends one lively winking eye
Personification of time as a meter maid, who with a lively winking eye reminds us of the passage of time


We dance a borrowed jig while hiding from the fine
We live our lives with an expiration date, but we try to ignore it and 'dance' through life


Oh, what I wouldn't spend to lend you mine
If only we could control time, and have more of it at our disposal


Nobody knows where they are going
The uncertainty of life and the unknown future


Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
We attempt to make sense of our lives and understand the direction we are headed


Over the edge of all our knowings
Pushing beyond our own limits and boundaries to understand more about ourselves and the world around us


Be it a bang of the divine
The power of the universe that drives us forward and creates new opportunities


Tip of my iceberg, blues are showing
Only showing a small portion of oneself, while concealing or holding back what is beneath the surface


I've never been on for goodbyes
Reluctance to say goodbye or let go of people, places, or things from the past


So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A commitment to continue forward and make the most of the present moment


A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know
Music that comforts us and helps us keep moving forward despite the challenges


Everywhere I roam
Continually exploring, traveling, and seeking new experiences


I'll see you on the road
Meeting new and old friends along the way, as we all seek to find our place in the world


Oh, I take it in vain
Acknowledgment of past actions or thoughts that were misguided or unsuccessful


All the plans and moves that we made
The effort put forth to make things work, despite the outcome not being what was intended


Half a heart is aching to grow
Desire to open oneself up and grow emotionally, despite the fear and pain that may come with it


Soulmates aren't just lovers, you know
The concept of a soulmate extends beyond a romantic partner, and can include anyone who influences our lives in a profound way


I know, I know your eyes are the rain
The metaphorical 'rain' of tears or sorrow that comes with painful experiences


Just a soul that's changing its shape
The constant evolution and growth of the self, even as we face challenges and obstacles


I'll be laughing all of the way
Finding joy in the journey despite the ups and downs


Thinking 'bout the days
Memories of the past, and the ways they have shaped us into who we are today


So, farewell to my friend
Saying goodbye to someone who has had a significant influence on one's life


He who taught me to love like a beast
Learning to love ferociously, without holding back or being afraid of vulnerability


And to feast like the queen that he fed turtle soup
Making the most of every opportunity to indulge and savor life to the fullest


Little boy from Paris to the states, check the facts
A friend with a unique background and story, worth remembering and celebrating


That was Magical Max
The name of this significant friend, who left a lasting impact on the singer's life


He was black sheep and mischief and love for his craft
A unique individual who embodied playfulness, creativity, and passion for his work


And he told me that I was Apollo 13 on that very last day
A reference to the historical NASA mission, suggesting that the artist is on the verge of a significant achievement


He said shoot for your dreams, little girl
Encouragement to pursue one's passions and ambitions


To the stars, well, I'm taking you with me now
Joining forces with a supportive friend to go after goals together


This one is ours
Claiming ownership over one's dreams and the journey to achieve them


And I know what you'd say, you'd say, on with the show
The friend's memory continues to inspire and motivate the artist to keep going forward despite obstacles


So on we go
Resolving to keep moving forward, no matter what happens.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: MICHAEL ANGELAKOS, BENJAMIN LEVIN, RYN WEAVER

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Karolina Mikołajczyk

Oh, father time
That meter maid who lends one lively winking eye
We dance a borrowed jig while hiding from the fine
Oh, what I wouldn't spend to lend you mine
Nobody knows where they are going
Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
Over the edge of all our knowings
Be it a bang of the divine
Tip of my iceberg, blues are showing
I've never been on for goodbyes
So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know
Everywhere I roam
I'll see you on the road
Oh, I take it in vain
All the plans and moves that we made
Half a heart is aching to grow
Soulmates aren't just lovers, you know
I know, I know your eyes are the rain
Just a soul that's changing its shape
I'll be laughing all of the way
Thinking 'bout the days
Oh, nobody knows where they are going
Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
Over the edge of all our knowings
Be it a bang of the divine
Tip of my iceberg, blues are showing
I've never been on for goodbyes
So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know
Everywhere I roam
I'll see you on the road
So, farewell to my friend
He who taught me to love like a beast
And to feast like the queen that he fed turtle soup
Little boy from Paris to the states, check the facts
That was Magical Max
He was black sheep and mischief and love for his craft
And he told me that I was Apollo 13 on that very last day
He said shoot for your dreams, little girl
To the stars, well, I'm taking you with me now
This one is ours
And I know what you'd say, you'd say, on with the show
So on we go



All comments from YouTube:

Marissa Drake

"Soulmates aren't just lovers you know" god that line gets me every time

mun

came here from the video of men getting asked what make them cry and this is such a good song, hit me in my feels

Dudewithoutaboat

@Aaron R. van Gils https://youtu.be/AP4gjXd2fkU
Age 29

Aaron R. van Gils

what video ? please send me the link ?

Aditya Bhattacharaya

Thank you all for coming here :')

Your Friendly Doormat

Same 👋😂

Jana Zayat

Sameee😭😭😭

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Jacob Thompson

It is impossible not to cry after watching this video. It makes me appreciate the fact that my grandparents are still with me so much more. Thank you Ryn.

Anne Anthill

@Max The Millionth no. theyre saying that this is a sad song.

Anne Anthill

@TheNikesoccer98 …sexist. anyone can cry. its a natural thing. men get depressed.

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