So Close
Shawn Hook Lyrics
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The blood that moves around inside me.
The beat drops in my heart,
Below my feet the stars can lift me.
The lanes are all clear
I've always dreamed that I'd be here,
But this seems too weird.
So close I can taste it,
I've waited all my life (for this)
And I don't wanna waste it,
I've chased this all my life (I'm so close)
This town will test your fate,
Will put you in your place and leave you.
Where everyone's a name
And everything's a game of who's who.
The cards are in play.
I'm sitting on a hand
That no one can take away.
So close I can taste it,
I've waited all my life (for this)
And I don't wanna waste it,
I've chased this all my life (I'm so close)
So close, so close,
I've been so close all my life.
I been needin', I believe that
I'll find a way somehow, all my life.
The lanes are all clear
I've always dreamed that I'd be.
So close I can taste it,
I've waited all my life (for this)
And I don't wanna waste it,
I've chased this all my life (I'm so close)
All the ways I've been shut out
Yeah, I've been lost and found,
The tears and the breakdowns
Have made me stronger now
I been needin', I believe that
I'll find a way somehow, all my life.
In Shawn Hook's song "So Close", he sings about his deep desire to finally achieve his dreams and make it big in the music industry. The opening lines describe how he feels the beat of the music in his veins and how it motivates him to keep moving forward. The stars above him are a symbol of his potential and ultimate success. The chorus repeats the phrase "So close, I can taste it" which conveys his intense yearning to achieve his goals after waiting for so long.
The second verse talks about the harshness of the town's music industry and the constant need to stay on top and be recognized. He sings that the cards are in his favor and that he is determined to hold onto what he has achieved. The bridge of the song talks about his past struggles and moments of doubt where he felt that his dreams may never come true. However, he remains steadfast in his belief that he will achieve his goals, despite any obstacles in his way.
The profound lyrics in "So Close" illustrate the emotional rollercoaster that many aspiring musicians may experience on their path to success. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus showcase Hook's ability to create music that is both inspiring and relatable to his listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm walkin' to the sound,
I am moving to the rhythm of my heartbeat
The blood that moves around inside me.
My veins pulse with excitement
The beat drops in my heart,
My heart is racing with anticipation
Below my feet the stars can lift me.
The world is vast and full of possibilities
The lanes are all clear
Obstacles have been removed
I've always dreamed that I'd be here,
I've always hoped to achieve this moment
But this seems too weird.
The surrealism of it is overwhelming
So close I can taste it,
I am almost there
I've waited all my life (for this)
I've longed for this my entire existence
And I don't wanna waste it,
I won't take this opportunity for granted
I've chased this all my life (I'm so close)
I have relentlessly pursued this moment and am now within reach
This town will test your fate,
This place can make or break you
Will put you in your place and leave you.
It will humble you and make you work harder
Where everyone's a name
Everyone is recognizable or famous in some way
And everything's a game of who's who.
Success is determined by one's popularity or connections
The cards are in play.
The situation is in full swing
I'm sitting on a hand
I have a strong advantage
That no one can take away.
My position is secure
So close, so close,
Almost there
I've been so close all my life.
This moment has always been within reach
I been needin', I believe that
I have been searching for this and am confident
I'll find a way somehow, all my life.
I will achieve this somehow, despite past setbacks
All the ways I've been shut out
I've been denied this opportunity in the past
Yeah, I've been lost and found,
I have experienced both failure and success
The tears and the breakdowns
I've endured emotional pain and hardship
Have made me stronger now
I have grown and become more resilient
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SHAWN HLOOKOFF, JON LEVINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jovana Malobabić
This is so underrated
27Philz
2021 this is so underrated even more
Lexi Casha
I used to listen to this song on Family channel when i was little and it reminds me of my first trip to Disney World <3 I would do anything to go back to that time where everything was stress free and happy all the time <3 <3 <3
blondedbythelight703
Of course he's Canadian, this song is terrific!
Eugene Rogers
This song is very epic and really picks you up! Never give up on something because if you want it, then it's worth fighting for. BTW Shawn Hook is awesome!
noyoureaspoon
this is such an underrated song! it's so lovely!
Emily McGrath
THANK YOU!! i needed to hear this song!
Brianna Heron
Love this song <3 amazing voice...
CF Français
My mom said "it's so close!" To bring able to blend her shake, and I immediately got this song in my head, that of which I had unfortunately forgotten about. Downloading it for memories sake!
Paige Leik
I am in love with this song...keep on listening to it on repeat !!! <3