Follow
The Burns Sisters Lyrics
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Your dreams are calling and they must be found
Back to your city by the ocean side
Let the waves and water fill your life
I know I’ll miss you when you go away
Maybe more than I should but I can’t ask you to stay
You carried me through some troubled times
Follow the sound of your heart
When darkness feels stronger than light
When worlds fall apart
Never alone shall you cry
Open your eyes
May all of the dreams that you dream come to be
Set them free, set them free, set them free
May your whispers be heard, may your prayers reach the sky
Let them fly, let them fly, let them fly
Behind your silence I heard you
With the song of a child so fragile and true
Forgotten laughter filled my soul
Echoed tomorrows of long ago
Cool sunny mornings by my garden wall
Secrets we spilled they sure have grown up tall
The red, red roses of summer rain
Will never open till we meet again
Follow the sound of your heart
When darkness feels stronger than light
When worlds fall apart
Never alone shall you stand
Open your hand
May all of your tears carry on to the sea
Set them free, set them free, set them free
May the angels, in time, lift us over goodbye
Let them fly, let them fly, let them fly
May all of the dreams that you dream come to be
Set them free, set them free, set them free
May your whispers be heard, may your prayers reach the sky
Let them fly, let them fly, let them fly
The Burns Sisters’ song “Follow” is a heartfelt ballad about saying goodbye to a loved one embarking on a journey towards their dreams. The opening lines set the scene for the departure, with the singer acknowledging that their friend is leaving the town they both share to chase their ambitions. While the singer is sad about the separation, they recognize that the pull of destiny is too strong to resist. As the friend returns to the city by the ocean where they belong, the singer wishes them well and hopes that the waves and water engulf their friend's journey and shape their destiny.
The chorus reassures the friend that they should stay true to their calling despite the inevitable difficulties that may arise. If the world falls apart, the friend should keep following the sound of their heart and never feel alone. The second verse reveals a deeper, emotional bond shared between the two friends. There are memories of tough times they've been through, of laughter, and secrets spilled. The verse suggests that the friend, despite being focused on their dreams, has silently accepted the struggles of their past. Despite that, the singer urges them to keep moving towards their dreams, still hopeful and wishing that they will all meet again someday.
In conclusion, "Follow" is a poignant ballad about saying goodbye to a loved one as they chase their dreams. It's a reminder to stay true to oneself and trust the journey, all while keeping hope and memories in tow.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you’re leaving this little town
I am aware that you have planned to leave this small town.
Your dreams are calling and they must be found
You are being called by your aspirations and you cannot ignore them.
Back to your city by the ocean side
You are returning to your city by the side of the ocean.
Let the waves and water fill your life
Allow water and the waves to provide fulfilment in your life.
I know I’ll miss you when you go away
I acknowledge that I will miss you when you leave.
Maybe more than I should but I can’t ask you to stay
It is possible that I will miss you more than I should, but I cannot request you to remain.
You carried me through some troubled times
You supported me through tough moments in the past.
Misty mountains so hard to climb
Tasks were challenging to achieve in the past.
Follow the sound of your heart
Pursue what your heart desires.
When darkness feels stronger than light
When negativity surpasses positivity.
When worlds fall apart
When everything seems chaotic.
Never alone shall you cry
You will never cry alone.
Open your eyes
Be vigilant.
May all of the dreams that you dream come to be
I hope all your dreams become a reality.
Set them free, set them free, set them free
Let your aspirations flourish.
May your whispers be heard, may your prayers reach the sky
I hope your wishes and prayers reach the heavens.
Let them fly, let them fly, let them fly
Allow your wishes and prayers to soar high.
Behind your silence I heard you
I could discern what you meant, despite your silence.
With the song of a child so fragile and true
Your thoughts resemble the innocence and truthfulness of a child's song.
Forgotten laughter filled my soul
The unremembered times of laughter brought joy to my heart.
Echoed tomorrows of long ago
I reminisce days from the past that appear to have been more straightforward.
Cool sunny mornings by my garden wall
Memories of refreshing mornings near my garden wall bring warmth to my soul.
Secrets we spilled they sure have grown up tall
The secrets we shared have evolved and matured over time.
The red, red roses of summer rain
The roses will not blossom until we meet again.
Will never open till we meet again
They will not bloom until you return.
Never alone shall you stand
You will always have someone beside you.
Open your hand
Be open-minded.
May all of your tears carry on to the sea
I hope your tears are carried away by the sea.
May the angels, in time, lift us over goodbye
I pray that the angels provide comfort during the farewell.
Let them fly, let them fly, let them fly
Allow your emotions to be free.
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