Tennessee
STS Lyrics


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When you grow up in a cage
It's bound to bend your spine
And you're waiting around
For help to come but it's alright
It's alright
For help to come but it's alright

If you make it out alive
It's hard to see the walls die
Is it better to be
Safe or to be happy? (Be happy)
Nothing to make it alright

Fresh air in the night
And this loving touch
Loving touch from a mother who won't forget
Where they're from
At least we've got each other to lean on today
Hoping you won't remember everything
In Tennessee
In Tennessee

Everyone loves your eyes
But I bet they'd never realize
How you made it to here
Miles and miles of breaking (Of shaking)
Miles and miles of breaking

Fresh air in the night
And this loving touch
Loving touch from a mother who won't forget
Where they're from
At least we've got each other to lean on today
Hoping you won't remember everything
In Tennessee
In Tennessee

I'm feeling down about the way it was for you before
I'm feeling down about the way it was for me before
I'm feeling down about the way it was for you before
I'm feeling down about the way it was for you before

This loving touch
Loving touch from a mother who won't forget
Where they're from
At least we've got each other to lean on today
Hoping you won't remember everything




In Tennessee
In Tennessee

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of STS's song "Tennessee" explore the difficult upbringing and life experiences of the singer. The first stanza discusses growing up in a metaphorical cage, which symbolizes a restrictive and challenging environment. This upbringing has impacted the singer's physical and emotional well-being, bending their spine and affecting their perspective on help. Despite waiting for assistance, the singer finds solace in the belief that things will eventually be alright, even if help doesn't arrive.


The second stanza highlights the struggle of navigating life after escaping the confinement of their upbringing. It ponders whether it's better to prioritize safety or happiness, acknowledging that nothing currently makes everything alright. The mention of fresh air in the night represents the newfound freedom and relief experienced by the singer. The reference to a loving touch from a mother who won't forget signifies the importance of familial support and connection in their journey. The singer also emphasizes the significance of having each other to lean on, finding solace in their bond and shared experiences. The mention of Tennessee as a location throughout the song suggests that it holds significance for the singer and may represent a sense of belonging or home.


Overall, "Tennessee" delves into the struggles faced during a difficult upbringing and the subsequent pursuit of freedom and happiness. It highlights the enduring power of love, motherly support, and the strength found in a shared experience of overcoming adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

When you grow up in a cage
Being raised in a restrictive environment can have long-lasting effects on you.


It's bound to bend your spine
Living in such a confined space can cause physical and emotional strain.


And you're waiting around
You're hoping for something better to come along.


For help to come but it's alright
You may be waiting for assistance, but you're somehow finding solace in the situation.


If you make it out alive
Surviving such circumstances is a challenge.


It's hard to see the walls die
It's difficult to let go of the past and the limitations it imposed on you.


Is it better to be
There's a dilemma between


Safe or to be happy? (Be happy)
prioritizing safety or pursuing happiness.


Nothing to make it alright
There's no easy solution to make everything okay.


Fresh air in the night
Finding a breath of freshness and freedom during the darkness of the night.


And this loving touch
Receiving affectionate and caring gestures.


Loving touch from a mother who won't forget
A mother who will always remember her roots and where she comes from.


Where they're from
Emphasizing the importance of heritage and origins.


At least we've got each other to lean on today
Despite the challenges, having each other's support is comforting in the present.


Hoping you won't remember everything
Wishing that painful memories and experiences can fade away.


In Tennessee
Referring to the location where these struggles and moments of solace have taken place.


Everyone loves your eyes
People admire and appreciate your appearance.


But I bet they'd never realize
However, they fail to understand


How you made it to here
The immense journey and obstacles you overcame to reach this point.


Miles and miles of breaking (Of shaking)
Referring to the arduous and tumultuous path you've traveled.


I'm feeling down about the way it was for you before
Feeling sorrowful about the difficulties you faced in the past.


I'm feeling down about the way it was for me before
Experiencing personal sadness reflecting on your own past struggles.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Rose St. Germaine

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