Satellite
T.N.T. Lyrics


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A boy and a man in a backyard
Working on a fastball, throwing hard
Came in high and a little bit outside
If it never gets dark we’ll never go inside
Number 45 on the mound takes the sign
Checks the runner on the third working down the line
Holds his breath and closes his eyes
If the game never ends we’ll never go inside
Never say goodbye to this moment
Never say good night, I never told him
I can’t walk this road all on my own
Don’t go inside, don’t leave me alone
A boy and a dog in a backyard
Watching satellites spin from the trunk of the old man’s car
Takes a breath and closes his eyes
If I never shut the door we’ll never go inside
Never say goodbye to this moment
Never say good night, I never told him
I can’t walk this road all on my own
Don’t go inside, don’t leave me alone
Humid nights dripping through my Virginian heart
Another night under the lights of an empty park
Long walk from the gate through the parking lot
Another night, not nearly as dark as I’d thought
Old man all alone in a backyard
Watching satellites spin, thinking they’re stars
Does that boy ever think about my life
If you ever knew, you’d never go inside
Never say goodbye to this moment
Never say good night, I wish I’d told him




I can’t walk this road all on my own
Don’t go inside, don’t leave me alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of T.N.T.'s song "Satellite" depict a poignant and nostalgic scene of a boy, a man, and an old man all connected through the shared experiences in a backyard. The setting is simple yet rich in emotion, capturing moments of bonding, reflection, and solitude. The image of a boy and a man practicing baseball together in the backyard symbolizes a passing of knowledge and skills from one generation to another. The act of playing catch becomes a metaphor for the passage of time and the bittersweet realization that all moments must eventually come to an end.


The repetition of the phrase "If it never gets dark, we'll never go inside" highlights a desire to hold onto moments of joy and connection, fearing the inevitability of separation or loss. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and a wish to freeze time, to stay in the fleeting moments of togetherness forever. The references to closing eyes and holding one's breath suggest a deep emotional connection and a reluctance to let go of the present moment.


The theme of not wanting to say goodbye or goodnight underscores a fear of abandonment or loneliness. The boy and the old man watching satellites together in the backyard signify a shared solitude and contemplation of the vastness of the world beyond their immediate surroundings. The satellites spinning in the sky serve as a reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings, despite physical distance.


The final verse introduces a sense of introspection and regret, as the old man reflects on his life and wonders if the boy ever thinks about him. The uncertainty and longing in these lines convey a universal yearning for connection and understanding across generations. The plea to not go inside and not leave the singer alone resonates with a fear of being forgotten or left behind, emphasizing the importance of human connection and community. Overall, "Satellite" by T.N.T. evokes themes of nostalgia, intergenerational bonds, and the universal longing for companionship and understanding.


Line by Line Meaning

A boy and a man in a backyard
A young boy and an adult man are in a backyard together.


Working on a fastball, throwing hard
They are practicing their baseball pitch at full strength.


Came in high and a little bit outside
The pitch was outside the strike zone.


If it never gets dark we’ll never go inside
They don't want to stop playing until it gets dark.


Number 45 on the mound takes the sign
The pitcher on the mound is ready for the next play.


Checks the runner on the third working down the line
He looks at the runner on third base ready to run.


Holds his breath and closes his eyes
He is tense and focused on the upcoming play.


If the game never ends we’ll never go inside
They want to keep playing without any break.


A boy and a dog in a backyard
A young boy and his dog are in the backyard together.


Watching satellites spin from the trunk of the old man’s car
They are observing satellites moving from a parked car.


Takes a breath and closes his eyes
The boy takes a moment to relax and reflect.


If I never shut the door we’ll never go inside
He doesn't want the moment to end by going inside.


Humid nights dripping through my Virginian heart
The warm, moist nights affecting his emotions in Virginia.


Another night under the lights of an empty park
Spending another evening alone in a deserted park.


Long walk from the gate through the parking lot
The journey home after a quiet evening at the park.


Another night, not nearly as dark as I’d thought
The night turns out to be less dreary than anticipated.


Old man all alone in a backyard
An elderly gentleman by himself in a backyard.


Watching satellites spin, thinking they’re stars
He observes satellites and confuses them with stars.


Does that boy ever think about my life
He wonders if the young boy considers his experiences.


If you ever knew, you’d never go inside
If the boy understood, he wouldn't want to leave.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Nathaniel Kerbin

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@alonsocevallos5850

Awesome song ☺

@meanmr.mustard7025

How can you not like this song?

@jonnyboy360x

Here are lyrics:

You think you've got it made
With all the money you saved
For that one rainy day
You've got a brand new car
You're feeling just like a star
And well maybe you are

If I had a satellite
I would tell the world tonight
And shout through the sky
We're living a lie

Cocktails and cigarettes
Late nights and sometimes regrets
That you'd just soon forget
Got all the things you need
The big machine that you feed
Yeah cause we all agreed

If I had a satellite
I would tell the world tonight
And shout through the sky we're living a lie
There's no need to analyze
Think too much we're paralyzed
It's time to get free, ah c'mon get free
If I had a satellite
I would tell the world tonight
And shout through the sky we're living a lie
There's no need to analyze
Think too much we're paralyzed
It's time to get free, ah c'mon get free

@danielantonio5402

This song i dont know but make me happy!!!!!

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