Close to Me
Sam Woolf Lyrics
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A new it was, but I chose to stand
The water calls to me
The sounds of lightning
and oh it's behind me
I feel it close to me
I feel it close to me
More that I talk the more it goes away
and when I'm lost I wish that it'd stay
The water calls to me
The sounds of lightning
and oh it's behind me
I feel it close to me
I feel it close to me
Broken glass standing in my feet
Forget the past is what it said to me
The water calls to me
The sounds of lightning
and oh it's behind me
I feel it close to me
I feel it close to me
Close... I feel it close... I feel it close...
The water's all I see
The sounds are frightening
now it's behind me
and oh let it by me
I feel it close to me
I feel it close... I feel it clo... close, close to me
The song "Close to Me" by Sam Woolf is a compelling and introspective piece that speaks about facing one's demons and fears. The opening lines “Caught in words, was out of my hands, a new it was, but I chose to stand” implies a sense of helplessness and desperation but also a willingness to take a stand and face the challenges. The verse also suggests the presence of self-doubt and conflict that the singer is presumably experiencing in dealing with a situation.
The song's chorus "I feel it close to me" repeats several times and speaks of the feeling of the problem being ever present and looming, with no easy way to shake it off. The "water calls" and the "sounds of lightning" symbolize a sense of nature and possibly the rawness and unpredictability of the situation. Moreover, the lyrics "Broken glass standing in my feet, Forget the past is what it said to me" denotes pain and hurt from the past, which the singer must confront to move towards the future.
Overall, "Close to Me" is a powerful song that speaks of confronting one's fears and taking a stand to overcome them. The vivid imagery of nature, along with the sense of unease and anxiety, creates a haunting ambiance that resonates with the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Caught in words, was out of my hands
I was trapped by my own words, unable to control the situation.
A new it was, but I chose to stand
I faced something new, despite the challenges, and made the choice to remain steadfast.
The water calls to me
I am drawn to the water.
The sounds of lightning
I hear the dangerous sounds of a storm approaching.
and oh it's behind me
The storm is looming behind me.
I feel it close to me
I sense that the storm is near.
More that I talk the more it goes away
The more I speak, the more distant the storm becomes.
and when I'm lost I wish that it'd stay
When I feel lost, I wish the storm would keep me focused and aware.
Broken glass standing in my feet
I feel the pain of my past mistakes beneath me like broken glass.
Forget the past is what it said to me
I am told to let go of my past and move forward.
Close... I feel it close... I feel it close...
The storm is close and I can sense its presence.
The water's all I see
I am consumed by the image of the water.
The sounds are frightening
The storm sounds scary and imposing.
now it's behind me
The storm has passed me by.
and oh let it by me
I hope to keep the storm behind me as I move forward.
I feel it close to me
Despite the storm being behind me, the memory and fear remains with me.
I feel it close... I feel it clo... close, close to me
I can't escape the feeling of the storm being close to me, even if it's not physically present anymore.
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Woolfpack Grandmas
Can't stop listening to this song...or the EP!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
Sana Akhoon
I can't wait for this to be on iTunes!!! 😊😊😊
Abby Davenport
I love the Ep Sam! You've done a great job. I'm so proud of you. good luck with the rest of your career I know you will go far
Jennie Getz
these songs are amazing Samuel😍 beyond proud of how far you have come🙌
CassieCarnduff
The EP sounds great Sam! I'm so happy for you(: amazing job.
Persy Sweet
I really love this Sam a lot and honestly I know I never voted for you but I really like your style and still supported you without voting. You've grown a lot and gotten better but you were always still great and you still are so good luck with your music career and hope all goes well.
mieTV
Your voice gives me chills, Sam! You're so talented. :3
Susan Rhuart
Beautiful song, Sam! You've grown so much in year! I'm thrilled with your new music.:)
sgabriel
Love every song on your EP, Sam!! We are all so proud of you!!! <3
Luke
This is beautiful the whole EP is beautiful.