LOST SOUL
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Catch me when I'm falling,
Shield me from the rain,
Help me when I'm crawling,
Pick me up again,
I have days on which I'm stalling from the start,
Never finishing the race,
Though the wind says maybe,
Another time and place

Flying minus visionary controls,
Balancing emotions on a fine line,
Lying like a missionary, stone cold,
Blind to the danger signs,
Bound like a prisoner, in a freak show,
Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied,
Crowned by derision, I'm a lost soul,
Dying 'til the end of time.

Answer when I'm calling,
Hold me once again,
Keep me safe 'til morning
Teach me how to pray,
If the truest words are spoken from the heart,
Then my darling I should say,
That I truly love you,
Let me count the ways

Flying minus visionary controls,
Balancing emotions on a fine line,
Lying like a missionary, stone cold,
Blind to the danger signs,
Bound like a prisoner, in a freak show,
Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied,
Crowned by derision, I'm a lost soul,
Dying 'til the end of time

Flying minus visionary controls,
Balancing emotions on a fine line,
Lying like a missionary, stone cold,
Blind to the danger signs,
Bound like a prisoner, in a freak show,
Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied,
Crowned by derision, I'm a lost soul,
Dying 'til the end of time

Flying minus visionary controls,
Balancing emotions on a fine line,
Lying like a missionary, stone cold,
Blind to the danger signs,
Bound like a prisoner, in a freak show,
Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied,




Crowned by derision, I'm a lost soul,
Dying 'til the end of time

Overall Meaning

In Ten's song "Lost Soul," the artist expresses feelings of helplessness and vulnerability, needing someone to catch them when they fall and shield them from the difficulties of life. The lyrics suggest a sense of being lost, like a prisoner in a freak show, and searching for guidance and support in navigating challenging emotional terrain. The metaphor of flying without visionary controls and balancing emotions on a fine line suggests the precariousness of life and how easily things can spin out of control.


The chorus reflects the artist's longing for connection and love, but also the fear of being unable to express it - "Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied" - and the sense of being judged or derided by others. The repetition of the chorus underscores the emotional weight of the song and the deep yearning for acceptance and validation.


Overall, "Lost Soul" is a poignant reflection on the fragility of life, the importance of human connection, and the struggle to overcome personal demons and emotional obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Catch me when I'm falling
I need someone to support me when I am struggling or in trouble.


Shield me from the rain
I need protection from the difficulties and challenges of life.


Help me when I'm crawling
I require assistance when I am feeling weak and vulnerable.


Pick me up again
I need someone to help me get back on my feet after a difficult situation.


I have days on which I'm stalling from the start
Sometimes I feel unmotivated and struggle to start or complete tasks.


Never finishing the race
I struggle to complete tasks or projects that I have started.


Though the wind says maybe, another time and place
I may not be ready to tackle a challenge right now and may need to wait for another opportunity.


Flying minus visionary controls
I am moving through life without a clear sense of direction or purpose.


Balancing emotions on a fine line
I am trying to manage my emotions carefully so as not to become overwhelmed or lose control.


Lying like a missionary, stone cold
I am hiding my true feelings and intentions, while appearing calm and composed on the surface.


Blind to the danger signs
I am not aware of or ignoring the warning signs of potential problems or dangers.


Bound like a prisoner, in a freak show
I feel trapped or uncomfortable in a situation that feels strange or abnormal.


Want to say I love you but I'm tongue-tied
I feel nervous and unable to express my feelings openly and honestly to someone I care about.


Crowned by derision, I'm a lost soul
I feel mocked or ridiculed by others, and I am struggling to find my true purpose or identity.


Dying 'til the end of time
I feel like I am slowly losing my sense of self and my connection to the world around me.


Answer when I'm calling
I need someone to respond to my requests for help or support.


Hold me once again
I need physical comfort and reassurance from someone I trust and care about.


Keep me safe 'til morning
I need someone to protect me from harm until the danger has passed.


Teach me how to pray
I need guidance or instruction on how to connect with a higher power or find inner peace.


If the truest words are spoken from the heart
I believe that the most honest and sincere expressions of love and emotion come from within.


Then my darling I should say
This is my way of acknowledging my feelings and expressing my love to someone who is dear to me.


That I truly love you
These are the words that express the depth of my feelings for someone.


Let me count the ways
This is a way of demonstrating the many different ways in which I love and appreciate someone.




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