Slowly
The Altogether Lyrics
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Though the shade is cooler
The newer blooms are all so small
Spring hues have come and soon I will recall
That soon I’ll wish for fall
I can’t stand still and let things slowly change
I wish I could give
The breeze off the river
But if we’re stuck apart then I’ll go where
Some folks need more to share
I can’t stand still and let things slowly change
Slowly, life’s been slowly hovering
Over me, a force I’m still uncovering
Slowly, it’s stifling and the feeling’s strange
I can’t stand still and wait for things to change
Just when did I make
The promise I’m breaking
I’m taking time to calmly rest
This ache is dull but I’d have never guessed
It’s never been addressed
I can’t stand still and let things slowly change
Slowly, life’s been slowly hovering
Over me, a force I’m still uncovering
Slowly, it’s stifling and the feeling’s strange
I can’t stand still and wait for things to change
The Altogether's song "Slowly" is a contemplative piece about the process of change and growth. The opening lines "Light reddens my room, though the shade is cooler" set the tone for the rest of the song. It seems to suggest that even in moments of tranquility, there are signs of change and growth that are happening all around us, even if we don't always notice them. The "newer blooms" and "spring hues" that are mentioned are symbolic of this process of change.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer of the song is struggling with this process of change. They note that they "can't stand still and let things slowly change" and express a desire to do something about it. The line "Just when did I make the promise I'm breaking" suggests that perhaps they had made a commitment to themselves to actively participate in their own growth, but have been falling short. They note that the process of change is "stifling" and "strange", but also recognize the necessity of it.
Overall, the song is a meditation on the power of change and the difficulties of undergoing personal growth. It acknowledges the discomfort that often comes with change, but ultimately advocates for an active engagement with the process.
Line by Line Meaning
Light reddens my room
The sunlight is shining into my room and casting a reddish glow despite the room feeling cooler due to the shades.
Though the shade is cooler
Even though the shades make the room feel cooler, the light still manages to sneak through and tint everything red.
The newer blooms are all so small
Although it's springtime and new blossoms are starting to appear, they don't seem fully grown yet and look very small in comparison.
Spring hues have come and soon I will recall
Spring colors are making an appearance and it's a reminder that summer is approaching.
That soon I’ll wish for fall
Even though it's nice to see the new growth of spring, the artist knows they'll eventually start longing for the cooler weather of fall.
I can’t stand still and let things slowly change
The singer is impatient and doesn't want to wait for things to happen naturally, they want to take action and make things happen quickly.
I wish I could give
The singer wishes they were able to help and provide assistance to someone else.
The breeze off the river
They specifically wish they could provide a cool breeze from the river to someone who needs fresh air.
Deliver when you need the air
The artist wants to provide this refreshing breeze at a time when it's most needed.
But if we’re stuck apart then I’ll go where
If the artist isn't able to provide this help or be with the person who needs it, they'll go wherever they need to in order to do what they can.
Some folks need more to share
Some people need a little extra help or support that goes beyond what is commonly shared, and the singer recognizes this.
Slowly, life’s been slowly hovering
Life has been stagnant lately and it feels like it's just hovering in place without much change or progress.
Over me, a force I’m still uncovering
The singer is trying to understand the force that seems to be holding them back from progress and change.
It’s stifling and the feeling’s strange
The feeling of being held back and stuck is uncomfortable and unfamiliar to the singer.
Just when did I make
The singer is questioning when they made a certain promise or commitment.
The promise I’m breaking
The artist realizes they are currently breaking a promise they made in the past.
I’m taking time to calmly rest
The artist is taking a break to relax and recharge.
This ache is dull but I’d have never guessed
There's a feeling of discomfort or pain that's been present for a while, but it hasn't been apparent or noticeable until now.
It’s never been addressed
This discomfort or pain has never been dealt with or taken care of properly.
I can’t stand still and let things slowly change
The artist is reminding themselves once again that they don't want to wait around for things to happen slowly – they want to take action and make things happen quickly.
Slowly, life’s been slowly hovering
The same feeling of stagnation and slowness is still present and affecting the artist's life.
Over me, a force I’m still uncovering
The force that's holding the artist back is still not fully understood or clear.
It’s stifling and the feeling’s strange
The uncomfortable feeling of being held back is still present and it's still something new and unfamiliar to the singer.
I can’t stand still and wait for things to change
Once again, the artist is determined to take control of their situation and make changes happen, rather than waiting around for things to happen on their own.
Lyrics © DistroKid, TUNECORE INC
Written by: Brian Gilbert, Jonah Scott
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