I'm so glad
Shearwater Lyrics


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You're such a loud voice
Such a strong back
Such a hard return
Of the backhand blows
Of life

I know that sometimes
I'm like a stranger
And I hide myself from everyone
But I'm so glad you reached me
I'm so glad you reached me
I'm so glad

I was a live one
I was a cold light
But you were piercing my heart
With your lucid eye
And I'm so glad you reached me
I'm so glad you reached me
I'm so glad

I'm so glad you reached me
I'm so glad you reached me




I'm so glad
You reached me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Shearwater's song "I'm So Glad" express deep gratitude and appreciation towards someone who has been a supportive presence in the singer's life. The opening lines describe this person as having a "loud voice" and a "strong back," suggesting that they are a powerful and steadfast presence in the singer's life. However, the subsequent lines reveal that life has dealt the singer some rough blows - perhaps a reference to difficult experiences or relationships - and this supportive person has been there to help them weather the storms.


The second verse introduces a note of vulnerability as the singer describes themselves as sometimes feeling like a "stranger" and hiding from others. However, the chorus returns with the refrain "I'm so glad you reached me," which seems to suggest that this supportive person has been able to connect with the singer and bring them out of their isolation. The final lines of the song repeat the refrain with an almost breathless urgency, as if emphasizing the profound depth of the singer's gratitude and sense of relief for this meaningful connection.


Overall, the song portrays the journey of finding someone who is there for you in times of adversity and the sense of gratitude that can arise from being met with empathy and support.


Line by Line Meaning

You're such a loud voice
You have a powerful presence that demands attention


Such a strong back
You possess strength and support, both physical and emotional


Such a hard return
You deliver forceful responses to the difficulties of life


Of the backhand blows
You effortlessly deflect the harshness of life with your resilience


I know that sometimes
I am aware that at times


I'm like a stranger
I feel disconnected and unknown


And I hide myself from everyone
I withdraw and isolate myself from others


But I'm so glad you reached me
I am grateful that you made an effort to connect with me


I was a live one
I was once full of vitality and energy


I was a cold light
But my life lacked warmth and depth


But you were piercing my heart
Your genuine care and attention touched me deeply


With your lucid eye
You saw through my façade and understood me


I'm so glad you reached me
I am truly grateful that you took the effort to connect with me


You reached me
Your efforts to connect with me were successful and they mean so much to me




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Comments from YouTube:

@ayadiefair

Isolation brought me here.
 Liked the song. :D

@gailgrant5126

this song is worth listening again and again............

@darlenepayne9761

I can’t live without listening it more than once

@gravehumangenuine

Great song!!!

@llamadan40

i freakin' love the reverb actually..

@StevenQSchwartz

The reverb is my fault, but it doesn't take away from the song really. :)

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