Born to Fly
Sara Evansé¯ÀÒáîäë¹ Lyrics
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About the places that I'd like to see
I say 'friend, do you think I'll ever get there?'
Aww, but he just stands there smilin' back at me
So I confess my sins to the preacher
About the love I'd been prayin' to find
Is there a brown-eyed boy in my future, yeah
(But) (Oh) (So) how do you wait for heaven
And who has that much time
And how do you keep your feet on the ground
When you know
That you were born, (you were born, yeah), you were born to fly
My daddy he is grounded like the oak tree
My momma she is as steady as the sun
Oh, you know I love my folks, but I keep starin' down the road,
Just lookin' for my one chance to run
Hey, 'cause I will soar away like the blackbird
I will blow in the wind like a seed
I will plant my heart in the garden of my dreams
And I will grow up where I want, wild and free
(But) (Oh) (So) how do you wait for heaven
And who has that much time
And how do you keep your feet on the ground
When you know
That you were born, (you were born, yeah), you were born to fly
The lyrics of Sara Evansé¯ÀÒáîäë¹'s song "Born to Fly" paint a picture of a person with big dreams, but who is unsure of how to reach them. The character confides in the scarecrow and the preacher, both figments of her imagination, about her aspirations. The scarecrow represents someone who is not grounded in reality but rather exists in her imagination. The preacher appears to offer guidance, but ultimately tells her that time is on her side, urging her to be patient.
The second verse highlights the conflict of the character's upbringing and desires. While she loves her family, the character feels the call of the open road and the urge to explore the world. She sees herself as a bird that is free to fly, planting herself where she wants and thriving in the garden of her dreams.
Overall, the lyrics suggest that the pursuit of one's dreams often involves persistence, faith, and the willingness to take risks.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been tellin' my dreams to the scarecrow
The singer shares her dreams with a scarecrow.
About the places that I'd like to see
She tells the scarecrow about the places she wants to visit.
I say 'friend, do you think I'll ever get there?'
She asks the scarecrow if she'll ever achieve her dreams.
Aww, but he just stands there smilin' back at me
Despite her doubts, the scarecrow looks at her with a smile.
So I confess my sins to the preacher
The singer talks about her struggles with finding love to a preacher.
About the love I'd been prayin' to find
She confides about searching for love.
Is there a brown-eyed boy in my future, yeah
She wonders if she will find a partner with this specific trait.
He says 'girl, you got nothin' but time.'
The preacher calms her down by telling her she has plenty of time.
How do you wait for heaven
She questions how to wait for something good to happen.
And who has that much time
She questions the amount of time it would take.
And how do you keep your feet on the ground
She wonders how to stay connected to reality while pursuing her dreams.
When you know
She admits to being aware of her true calling.
That you were born, (you were born, yeah), you were born to fly
She knows that she was meant to achieve great things.
My daddy he is grounded like the oak tree
The singer's father is stable like an oak tree.
My momma she is as steady as the sun
Her mother is consistent like the sun.
Oh, you know I love my folks, but I keep starin' down the road,
She loves her parents but has a desire to travel and explore.
Just lookin' for my one chance to run
She wants an opportunity to break free and pursue her dreams.
Hey, 'cause I will soar away like the blackbird
She knows she will fly high and free, like a blackbird.
I will blow in the wind like a seed
She will let life take her where it may, like a seed floating in the wind.
I will plant my heart in the garden of my dreams
The singer will put all her effort and passion into fulfilling her dreams.
And I will grow up where I want, wild and free
She will grow up to be the person she wants to be.
How do you wait for heaven
She questions how to wait for something good to happen.
And who has that much time
She questions the amount of time it would take.
And how do you keep your feet on the ground
She wonders how to stay connected to reality while pursuing her dreams.
When you know
She admits to being aware of her true calling.
That you were born, (you were born, yeah), you were born to fly
She knows that she was meant to achieve great things.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Darrell Scott, Marcus Hummon, Sara Evans
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cindystarling7401
I was born with cerebral palsy and I'm in a wheelchair ♿ and daddy told me to never let my disability stop me. This song makes me rock my wheelchair or bed every time it comes on.
@saraevans5816
I bless your generosity my highest gratitude and appreciation for your love and support toward my music,I really appreciate and can't thank you enough,cheers😋
@TNR-lover
I'm not sure if you've heard of her, but my cousin's daughter might be someone you can relate to. She's inspired a lot of people. I've never seen anyone who works as hard as her, or who has more positivity than her. https://des.az.gov/es/node/25474
@toddrasmussen9666
You look like Dorothy from the wizard of oz..but I guess MO. Isn't that far from Kansas anyway.
@caitrinmcgannon4075
I was also born with Cerebral Palsy and I walk with a limp. My right 🦵 turns in when I walk. I don't let my disability get to me either. I have been in a wheelchair ♿️ , I've walked with a walker, I've had braces on my 🦵 and 4 casts on my right 🦵. I'm just glad I can walk. The sky is the Limit, don't let people tell you that you can't do anything because you can!!
@kickinrocks6055
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@opaldreamsofpeace
She is so pretty. She can sing. I don't know why she isn't more popular. This song was my childhood!
@mikejohnson5491
She didn't start real young and didn't want to be rich but wanted to be happy. Who can blame her make enough to live with and time off
@MP-zb5bc
You are right. Maybe because she is not a liberal.
@scottiejon
She was very popular 20 years ago. No one stays on top forever