Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart
Shenandoah Lyrics
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Of lonesome highway
Drinking gallons of coffee in a little cafe
Brought me here, and it's so good to find there's someone who's got
The same story as mine
Just look at us, we're a couple hard cases
So how'd we end up where we are?
I feel somethin hittin me awful hard
I don't know where it's callin me
Well I just know it starts
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
(Alison)
Been so long
I can't believe I'd get somethin so sweet
Where an ache used to be, don't fall
If love anymore but I'd never met anyone like you before
Stay here with me for a couple more weeks
I think there's somethin goin' on
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
I feel somethin hittin me awful hard
Don't know where it's callin me
I just know it starts
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
(Shenandoah)
Well it sure took a while to find it
It's been waiting there all this time
(Both)
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
I feel somethin hittin me awful hard
(Alison)
Don't know where it's callin me
(Shenandoah)
Well I just know it starts
(Both)
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
The lyrics to Shenandoah's "Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart" tell a story of two people who have traveled a long and lonely path before finding each other. The first verse describes the singer's journey down a "thousand miles / of lonesome highway," a journey filled with coffee and solitude. However, the singer is overjoyed to find someone who shares their story and has ended up in the same place.
The second verse is a duet between the singer and their newfound companion, who sings about the joy they feel to have found each other. They have both been through rough times and have experienced heartbreak, but they have never met anyone like each other before. They want to spend more time together to explore their feelings and see where this connection might lead.
Overall, the lyrics of "Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart" capture the feeling of connection and camaraderie that two people can feel when they have been through similar experiences. They recognize the struggles they have faced in life and, despite being "hard cases," they find comfort and love in each other's presence.
Line by Line Meaning
Thousand miles
After traveling a long distance, eventually reaching the destination.
Of lonesome highway
Traveling a path of isolation and loneliness.
Drinking gallons of coffee in a little cafe
Passing time in a small place of refuge, using caffeine to combat fatigue.
Brought me here, and it's so good to find there's someone who's got
Despite the long and arduous journey, finding comfort in meeting someone with a shared experience.
The same story as mine
Having undergone similar life journeys, resulting in shared experiences.
Just look at us, we're a couple hard cases
Acknowledging hardship and obstacles faced in life.
So how'd we end up where we are?
Expressing confusion and curiosity about finding oneself in a place of contentment and companionship.
Somewhere in the vicinity of the heart
Realizing that love and connection is found in the place where emotions reside.
I feel somethin hittin me awful hard
Sensing an intense and overwhelming feeling taking over.
I don't know where it's callin me
Unsure of the origin or source of the strong emotions.
Well I just know it starts
Understanding that the feeling has a starting point, even if it is not yet fully understood.
Been so long
Having gone through a period of time without experiencing the joy and sweetness of companionship.
I can't believe I'd get somethin so sweet
Expressing disbelief at finding something so lovely after a long wait.
Where an ache used to be, don't fall
Cautiously avoiding letting old pains resurface in the new found happiness.
If love anymore but I'd never met anyone like you before
Uncertain about love after previous negative experiences, but feeling that this new connection is unique and irreplaceable.
Stay here with me for a couple more weeks
Wanting to spend more time with the new companion, enjoying the present moment and delaying the future.
I think there's somethin goin' on
Sensing that there is a special connection forming, and wanting to explore it further.
Well it sure took a while to find it
Reflecting on the lengthy search for love and companionship.
It's been waiting there all this time
Realizing that the opportunity for connection was always present, but required patience to find.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: BILL LA BOUNTY, RICK CHUDACOFF
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@haroldelrod8515
Brings me back to some of the great years of country music from the early and mid-90s. I was in high school then, and this music just takes me back. I always loved Shenandoah!
@tinayoung9999
Greatest duet from the 90s...this song was way under rated.
@loisnicklas8180
Hi
@dobazajr
They won a Grammy though.
@brucewayne823
This is such a phenomenal song. I thought I felt it as a teenager. Now being 38, divorced, with a child I adore, I’d give anything to feel this and have it reciprocated once again.
@stellahart6323
Time machine Bruce
@brucewayne823
@Stella Hart music is the closest thing we have to time travel. I’ve said it since I got in my 20’s.
@SC-oi9wp
Same girl,same 😢
@mikecory5367
2024..... Real Country Music!! Back when the singer could make you feel it because, They Did Too!!
@alisejorgensen6629
This was my wedding song in 1995. We celebrated 27 years in April. The greatest country duet ever! ❤️❤️