So far away
Soraya Lyrics


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Everywhere I go
everything that I see
every sound that fills my head
brings it rushing back to me

You'd think by now I know
You'd think by now I'd understand
when this yearning shows it's face
I am nothing in it's hand

It takes me so far away
it hits me so close to home
It brings me to that place
that I covered long ago

When I see that child
when I'm captured by her stare
no matter where I may run
I cannot hide anywhere

I'm challenged by her past
I'm challenged by her memories
I'm challenged by these feelings
that have distanced her from me

It takes me so far away
it hits me so close to home
It brings me to that place
that I covered long ago

And if I turn away
soon it's at my side
as if to say "your time is flying by"
and I wonder if I'll ever
fall back to my old ways
I wonder if I'll ever
find peace in my days

It takes me so far away
it hits me so close to home
It brings me to that place
that I covered long ago

So far away ...




So close to home
To that place that I cover long ago

Overall Meaning

Soraya's song "So Far Away" is an emotional and introspective reflection on the past and how it continues to influence the present. The opening lines of the song express how every experience, sight, and sound triggers a flood of memories from the past. Despite having lived through these memories, the singer reveals that they still struggle to understand and reconcile with them. The mention of yearning insinuates that the memories elicit a sense of longing, possibly for a time before things changed.


The core theme of the song is revealed in the chorus when Soraya sings, "It takes me so far away, it hits me so close to home, it brings me to that place that I covered long ago." The song is about the singer's inability to escape from the influence of the past, no matter how far they run. The past is not only haunting but also seems to confront the singer everywhere, leading them to question if they will ever find peace in their days.


Soraya's use of pronouns in the song provides a sense of ambiguity, leaving it unclear whether the singer is reflecting on their own past, a friend's past, or the past of the little girl mentioned in the song. However, the verses' content suggests that the singer may be reflecting on their own struggles with past memories, including past versions of themselves. The song's overall message highlights the importance of coming to terms with the past rather than trying to run away from it.


Line by Line Meaning

Everywhere I go
No matter where I am, my memories always follow me


everything that I see
Everything I look at reminds me of something from my past


every sound that fills my head
Every noise triggers a memory and fills me with emotion


brings it rushing back to me
My memories flood my mind and I feel overwhelmed


You'd think by now I know
Despite my experiences, I still struggle with the same feelings


You'd think by now I'd understand
I wish I could understand why I still feel this way


when this yearning shows it's face
My desire to return to the past becomes apparent


I am nothing in it's hand
My desire controls me, not the other way around


It takes me so far away
My memories transport me to another time and place


it hits me so close to home
Even though I'm far away, my memories make me feel like I'm back home


It brings me to that place
My memories take me back to a specific place and time


that I covered long ago
I did my best to forget and move on from this place


When I see that child
Seeing a child triggers intense emotions and memories


when I'm captured by her stare
When I make eye contact with a child, I feel trapped by my memories


no matter where I may run
I can't escape my past by simply moving to a different location


I cannot hide anywhere
My memories will always find me, no matter how hard I try to hide


I'm challenged by her past
The child's past reminds me of my own struggles and challenges


I'm challenged by her memories
The child's memories trigger my own memories, making me feel overwhelmed


I'm challenged by these feelings
My emotions are difficult to manage and control


that have distanced her from me
My past has created a divide between me and this child


And if I turn away
I try to ignore and avoid my memories


soon it's at my side
My memories quickly come back to me, no matter how hard I try to ignore them


as if to say "your time is flying by"
My memories remind me that time is passing and I need to make the most of it


and I wonder if I'll ever
I question whether or not I'll be able to move on from my past


fall back to my old ways
I'm afraid that I'll revert to my old habits and emotions


find peace in my days
I hope to find inner peace and contentment one day


So far away ...
My past feels distant and removed from my current reality


So close to home
My past is still very present and affects my daily life


To that place that I cover long ago
My memories take me back to a specific place and time that I tried to forget




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Comments from YouTube:

@karmalewis2064

I have been searching for this song on and off since 2001 - after loving it as a young teen in 1999 on a compilation CD - I am so saddened that she has passed away - I connect to this song so much and listening to some of her other tracks right now she was a very talented artist. RIP. xx

@gustavoinfinito3841

What an angelical voice she had :(.

@josejuanperezramos

No sabes si alguna disquera ha lanzado un recopilatorio o Greatest Hits de Soraya, como que no la han reconocido como debe. Aunque no la conoci siempre fui fan de ella cuando lanza su primer cd en 1996, tenia yo 16 años y su muerte, aunque no fui familiar me dolio mucho porque su rostro y canciones demostraban Sinceridad, Paz y Humanismo. Ojala le hagan homenajes, porque su legado si la ha convertido en Leyenda. Saludos desde Mexico donde siempre se le querra.

@troyaoficial3417

This song peaked # 51 on the Australian Chart

@mickstunes6383

It got plenty of radio play back then. Thankfully so because I never would've heard it otherwise. It's a beautiful song.

@oollarves

Soraya aún vive en cada uno de nosotros, sus fans. ❤️

@sorayaforever

No tienes porque, SORAYA VIVE! y vivira eternamente en nosotros, yo la recuerdo en mis clases dia con dia cuando les enseño a mis alumnas lo importante que es la autoexploracion para la prevencion oportuna del cancer de seno.

@yadirarojas2000

Soraya siempre estaras presente. Tu dulzura y talento no se pueden olvidar. Dios te quiso en mejor sitio. Te extrañamos.

@PeterLamilla

Feliz cumpleaños Soraya =)

@sashisashimi

I'll never forget you Soraya. Thank you so much for your music that touches me deep inside. You live forever in your Songs thank you

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