By My Side
Sleepy Man Banjo Boys Lyrics
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Oh So many cut the roots of their past.
What kind of pleasure at the end this time?
Will fortune claim another?
Another pleasure at the end this time,
It always fades away.
Could you stay here by my side?
And all our fears are swept away.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh Will you stay here by my side?
Together it's you, it's you and I.
And all our fears are swept away.
Oh oh oh oh
Your heart it beats and your fingers burn.
Another season and this I've learned.
Can I find another way this time?
Will fortune claim another?
Gonna be a little different this time,
Won't let it fade away.
Could you stay here by my side?
Save me from the sea of pride,
And all our fears are swept away.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh Will you stay here by my side?
Together it's you, it's you and I.
And all our fears are swept away.
Oh oh oh oh
The lyrics of "By My Side" by Sleepy Man Banjo Boys tell a story of someone reflecting on their past and wondering whether they will find another kind of pleasure at the end of their current journey. The lyrics delve into themes of change, growing up, and finding oneself. The phrase "cut the roots of their past" suggests that the writer or the person being addressed has taken steps to separate themselves from their beginnings, perhaps for better or worse. They are pondering whether they will find the success or "fortune" they are hoping for in their new path. The line "It always fades away" might imply that the writer has been on this journey before and is disillusioned with how things turned out in the past.
The chorus of the song is a plea for someone to stay by the writer's side as they embark on this new journey. The writer expresses a desire to be saved from the "sea of pride" and for their fears to be "swept away." The "sea of pride" might refer to a sense of vanity or ego that might prevent the writer from asking for help when they need it. The chorus is a hopeful message that the writer wants someone to journey with them and help navigate the challenges that might come their way.
Overall, "By My Side" speaks to the human desire for companionship, and how having someone by our side can encourage us to face our fears and take on new challenges. The song captures the sense of trepidation that comes with trying something new or leaving old ways behind, but also a sense of hope that things will turn out better with a friend or loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Before me there's a beather path,
There is a clear and easy path ahead of me.
Oh So many cut the roots of their past.
Many people abandon where they come from and their history.
What kind of pleasure at the end this time?
What reward will there be for my actions?
Will fortune claim another?
Will luck be on my side?
Another pleasure at the end this time,
There may be another reward for my efforts.
It always fades away.
However, these rewards never last.
Could you stay here by my side?
Can you be there for me when I am in need?
Save me from the sea of pride,
Help me stay humble and not get lost in my own ego.
And all our fears are swept away.
Together, we can overcome any fear.
Oh Will you stay here by my side?
Will you continue to support me?
Together it's you, it's you and I.
We are in this together.
Your heart it beats and your fingers burn.
Your passion is evident both physically and emotionally.
Another season and this I've learned.
With time, I have gained knowledge and experience.
Can I find another way this time?
Can I approach this situation differently?
Won't let it fade away.
I am determined to make this last.
And all our fears are swept away.
With each other, we are strong enough to conquer any fear.
Oh oh oh oh
Vocalization of emotion.
Contributed by Sophia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.