Flying Away
SHEPPARD! Lyrics

The lyrics to Sheppard's song Flying Away display a strong sense of emotional turmoil and an internal drive to escape a decaying relationship. The singer is acknowledging the problems in the relationship, referencing decay, erosion, and pain felt. At the same time, there seems to be a sense of confusion and frustration as the partner is described as being tamed, kind, and causing the singer to lie awake at night. The lines "But this is something that we both thought we could rise above," and "Or is it just the thought of someone else taking me?" suggest that both parties had hope for the relationship, but have reached a point where they seem unable to continue. The repeated refrain of "I'm flying away" expresses the singer's desire to break free from this emotional turmoil and pain, ultimately accepting the need for the breakup, and finding hope in a better future.

The chorus, which is repeated multiple times throughout the song, is a powerful indicator of the singer's self-discovery and realization that they must leave a painful relationship behind in order to find happiness. The repetition of the phrase reinforces the singer's need to escape the toxic emotions that are brought up in the relationship. The last verse, “So let go of all regret, And forget all things we said. I'm flying away, feel the strain, feel the pain. But I'll be ok, I'll be safe ", shows acceptance, starting anew and moving forward with the hope and promise of better things to come.