No Fear
Terri Clark Lyrics
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I want a radio in my ear
I want a full tank of absolution
No fear
I want a rainstorm to pull me over
Then a sky that begins to clear
Towards the truest of destinations
No fear
I used to hit every wall there was
I used to run away from love
All I ever wanted was right here
But I had to reach way down inside
I had to have faith I'd find
No fear
I want the world to just keep on turning
I want the dawn in my rear view mirror
I want to hear my own voice singing
No fear
And when I need two arms around me
And there's no one near
When I'm alone let the only sound be
No fear
I used to hit every wall there was
I used to run away from love
All I ever wanted was right here
But I had to reach way down inside
I had to have faith I'd find
No fear
I want peace, Love and Understanding
A stogy and an ice-cold beer
Don't want to live afraid of dying
I used to hit every wall there was
I used to run away from love
All I ever wanted was right here
But I had to reach way down inside
I used to stay up all night long
Wondering what I was doing wrong
All I ever needed was right here
But I had to reach way down inside
I had to have faith I'd find
No fear
In Terri Clark's song "No Fear," the main theme revolves around the idea of being fearless and having the courage to pursue one's dreams and desires. The lyrics emphasize the need for a road, a full tank of absolution, and a clear sky that will lead the singer towards the truest of destinations. The desire for a world that keeps on turning and the dawn in the rearview mirror demonstrates the singer's craving for stability and consistency. She hopes that her own voice will be singing the words "No Fear," which is also the title of the song, indicating that the singer wishes to overcome any fears that may be holding her back.
The second verse highlights how the singer has changed from her previously self-destructive behavior. She used to hit every wall, run away from love, and stay up all night long, wondering what she was doing wrong, which indicates that the singer may have faced many difficulties that created barriers between herself and success. However, she has come to realize that all she ever needed was right inside her. She needed to reach deep down inside herself to have faith to find 'No Fear.'
The singer's desire for peace, love, and understanding and not wanting to live afraid of dying depicts that she wants to live life to the fullest and not let fear or doubt hold her back. The message of the song is to urge the listener to face their fears and pursue their dreams, no matter how difficult it may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a road stretching out before me
I desire to have a path of endless opportunities ahead of me.
I want a radio in my ear
I long for the sound of music that fuels my soul.
I want a full tank of absolution
I wish to have a full tank of redemption for my past transgressions.
No fear
I want to seek a life without being held back by fear.
I want a rainstorm to pull me over
I hope for a momentary pause in time to sort out my thoughts amidst the chaos of life.
Then a sky that begins to clear
I want clarity and direction to emerge from the confusion after the storm passes.
Towards the truest of destinations
I want to pursue my innermost aspirations with sincerity and purpose.
I want the world to just keep on turning
I yearn for the world to continue to move forward with or without me.
I want the dawn in my rear view mirror
I wish to leave the past behind and move toward a new beginning with hope and optimism.
I want to hear my own voice singing
I want to express myself with my own unique voice and not be silenced by others' opinions or judgments.
And when I need two arms around me
When I feel lonely or vulnerable, I seek the embrace of someone who loves me.
And there's no one near
But when I don't have anyone close by, I still want to reassure myself that I am strong and capable of overcoming any obstacles.
When I'm alone let the only sound be
When I'm by myself, I want the only voice I hear to be my own inner voice that guides me.
No fear
Regardless of my circumstances or challenges, I want to live without fear holding me back or hindering my growth.
I want peace, Love and Understanding
I desire inner peace, unconditional love, and empathy for myself and others.
A stogy and an ice-cold beer
I want to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures in life, like a cigar and a cold beer.
Don't want to live afraid of dying
I refuse to live my life with the constant fear of death, but instead, savor every moment with gratitude and optimism.
I used to stay up all night long
I used to suffer from insomnia, staying up all night long thinking about what I was doing wrong in life.
Wondering what I was doing wrong
I used to constantly question whether I was making the right choices in life and doubted my inner voice.
All I ever needed was right here
I had everything I needed within myself and my surroundings to move forward and find my own truth.
But I had to reach way down inside
To find the courage to face my fears and doubts, I had to dig deep within myself and challenge my own limitations.
I had to have faith I'd find
I had to believe in myself and trust the journey that lay ahead, even when I couldn't see the end result.
No fear
I want to live my life free from the shackles of fear, daring to take chances and embrace life to the fullest.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mary Chapin Carpenter, Terri Clark
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@Pretty-in-purple
I'm autistic and disabled and this song is my anthem and Terri clark is someone I have always looked up too and she is also my favorite female country singer too.
@rachelheflin0584
This song is my anthem. I am disabled and Terri Clark is my role model.
@redneckreviews3016
Probably one of the best to have! I've met the woman before. She's just as you see. God bless
@natefaust7790
Rachel some people are disabled in ways others can’t see. But when we put our faith in God we always comes out of whatever happens for the best, I’ve survived a stroke a blood bacteria and lymphoma cancer, all by the grace of Go
@natefaust7790
Rachel some people are disabled in ways others can’t see. But when we put our faith in God we always comes out of whatever happens for the best, I’ve survived a stroke a blood bacteria and lymphoma cancer, all by the grace of Go
@JC-py8ie
Amen! I listen to this during tough times as well as when life is easy peasy.
@loriwilber4652
God bless you!
@Vickie-fm7fz
I can fight this breast cancer alone. I have had to overcome all obstacles in my life with no one all my life.
@KristaLLewis
This is one of her best songs. It got me thru some tough times! Thanks Terri
@frederickglasser5617
Terri, you are a blessing, an angel, and a mitzvah.