Day By Day
The Circle Lyrics


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[Side B]
its vertical on the horizon, my presence is missed
residing in the only place where joy and pain co-exist
I breathe a different kind of air now, the sweetest oxygen
the scent of my youth, a fluid nostalgia was a visual intoxicant
no longer bottled up...
reminiscin while they poured it in a bottomless cup
I savored it when I tasted it, at times I wasted it
drowning in the shallowest sorrow
but now I'm living only for the yesterdays of tomorrow
my mind frames a photograph of time frames of the past
every moment I'm living is half as long as it lasts
we can't feast before we fast, every supper's my last
I kept my mind open, eyes closed, and hands clasped
sippin hours from the glass of father time and mother earth
it's like a circle plus five, I'm celebratin my birth
even though it ain't the twenty-third day of september
remindin me of all the things that I forgot to remember
like the sunlight that guides the rains choreography
as I live the final pages of my autobiography feelin blessed
man I'm feelin blessed..



I'm life one step at a time, I'm life one step at a time



Living in the moment, trying to live out my destiny
Came from the strongest source
Ain't gonna wander, off course
Still the days go by, blessed one time
Night and day coincide
I just want to live, I just want to live

[Oatmeal]
I'm kinda antsy on my feet, on these downtown streets
these people hustle hustle for a seat, I can't compete
A moment of clarity is all that's needed
I weeded out the noise
The city meshed in petty feuds
Fine tuned to a single voice
My heart pumps out the words
Pen in hand I keep the pace
Easy as it comes, it can go
I'm trying to hold down this space for a moment
Keeping the next 24 hours in mind
I'm keeping my soul aligned
With my actions, each muscle relaxing my inner peace
I'm looking at my self and I'm asking am I complete
See I'mma soak up what I can before the index hits delete
All the colors, all the taste
What I feel up in this place
All the sun up in these rays, there's a number on my days
I spit each rhyme like my last, every word to every phrase
sacrifice my own for what it's worth, that's my way
My existence, I travel through time to leave my mark
No resistancece, don't want it to end before it starts
I live my life?





[Raw J]
Touched by a tune, embracing composition
Words can't do it justice
It's like the humming and singing that Ma do in the kitchen
A vision of seeing a stage rendition with my brethren...
This morning I awoke next to love
Not gonna fight you no mo'
Not going to push you to the door...It's a gift
Unwrapping the pendulum that squeezed
more or less trying to let my heart breath
The sky so blue you would swear it's the ocean
The depths of a recovering man roller coasting
The city stares at me, when walking its down I look
Trying to shape these ink blotches inside of this book...Therapy
A bum's drunken soliloquy got me bare-footing to the ends
Saw death tug the laces of undeserving friends...Live and pray
With my hands holding a self taught bible
With my head half on a pillow, half on a wall
Laying down, scrawling blood, writing this for y'all




I was given this world and only asked to conduct
And go about like I don't give a fuck about nothing else but living

Overall Meaning

The song "Day By Day" by The Circle is a contemplative track that reflects on living in the present while reminiscing about the past. The first verse talks about the singer's presence on the horizon being missed, referring to the person looking toward the future while trying to enjoy the present. The lyrics convey the idea that joy and pain exist simultaneously and that there is a different kind of air to breathe now, which is a metaphor for a new perspective on life. In the past, the singer wasted time and drowned in sorrow, but now they are living for the yesterdays of tomorrow, meaning they are living in the present while still cherishing the past. The song poses a reminder to appreciate things that we may have forgotten, like the sunlight guiding the rains' choreography. The song encourages living life one step at a time and to focus on living out one's destiny.


The second verse is by Oatmeal, where he reflects on his current state in life in the city. He talks about being antsy on his feet and feeling as though he can't keep up with the hustle and bustle of the city. Oatmeal notes that keeping his soul aligned with his actions is necessary to achieve inner peace. He is trying to view life from a complete perspective and reminds himself to soak up everything while he can before his time runs out. Oatmeal then reflects on his purpose of leaving a mark in time through the words he writes.


The final verse is done by Raw J, where he describes the world as a gift and a pendulum that he tries to balance, representing the ups and downs of life. He talks about experiencing love and reflects on not wanting to fight it or push it away. Raw J talks about the sky so blue it's like an ocean and his recovery journey, sharing that he learned to appreciate the city, even during its bleak moments. He talks about friendships he's lost and his focus on living and praying for those he cares about. Raw J acknowledges that he was given the world and was only asked to conduct his actions while not worrying about anything else but living.


Overall, the song presents the idea of living in the present while still cherishing memories of the past. It reminds listeners to appreciate what they have today, even if it is not perfect or what they envisioned for themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

its vertical on the horizon, my presence is missed
The sun is on the rise, and I am thinking about my place in the world.


residing in the only place where joy and pain co-exist
I am currently experiencing both pleasure and pain in my life.


I breathe a different kind of air now, the sweetest oxygen
I am living a new and refreshing life now.


the scent of my youth, a fluid nostalgia was a visual intoxicant
Memories of my past are still powerful and can be overwhelming.


no longer bottled up...
I am now free to express myself authentically.


reminiscin while they poured it in a bottomless cup
While others waste their time, I am reflecting on my life.


I savored it when I tasted it, at times I wasted it
Sometimes I enjoyed time, sometimes I didn't appreciate it as much.


drowning in the shallowest sorrow
I am experiencing sadness, even though there may be no real reason for it.


but now I'm living only for the yesterdays of tomorrow
I am living in the moment, but also cherishing memories of the past and looking forward to the future.


my mind frames a photograph of time frames of the past
I often think back to moments in my past and visualize them clearly.


every moment I'm living is half as long as it lasts
Time feels like it passes quicker than it used to.


we can't feast before we fast, every supper's my last
I am reminded to live life to the fullest, as it can end unexpectedly.


I kept my mind open, eyes closed, and hands clasped
I approach life with an open mind, a sense of wonder, and faith.


sippin hours from the glass of father time and mother earth
I am savoring every moment of life.


it's like a circle plus five, I'm celebratin my birth
I am grateful to be alive and am marking my existence.


even though it ain't the twenty-third day of september
I am reflecting on my birth, even though it is not actually my birthday.


remindin me of all the things that I forgot to remember
I am reminded of things from my past that I may have forgotten.


like the sunlight that guides the rains choreography
Nature has intricate patterns and rhythms that I appreciate.


as I live the final pages of my autobiography feelin blessed
I feel fortunate to be nearing the end of my life and am grateful for all the experiences along the way.


I'm life one step at a time, I'm life one step at a time
I am taking things one day at a time and am patient with myself.


Living in the moment, trying to live out my destiny
I am fully present and trying to fulfill my potential.


Came from the strongest source
I come from a place of strength and resilience.


Ain't gonna wander, off course
I am focused and determined to stay on track.


Still the days go by, blessed one time
I am thankful for every day that I am alive.


Night and day coincide
Time marches on, no matter what happens in life.


I just want to live, I just want to live
I hope to live a fulfilling life, no matter what challenges may arise.


I'm kinda antsy on my feet, on these downtown streets
I am feeling restless and unsettled in my current situation.


these people hustle hustle for a seat, I can't compete
I feel like I cannot keep up with the fast pace of life.


A moment of clarity is all that's needed
I hope to find clarity and understanding in my life.


I weeded out the noise
I am focusing on what is most important in my life and ignoring distractions.


The city meshed in petty feuds
There is a lot of conflict and tension in the world.


Fine tuned to a single voice
I am trying to listen to my own inner voice and tune out the opinions of others.


My heart pumps out the words
I am expressing myself through creative writing and other forms of art.


Pen in hand I keep the pace
I am committed to my writing and am working hard to improve my skills.


Easy as it comes, it can go
I am aware that things can change quickly in life.


I'm trying to hold down this space for a moment
I am hoping to create a sense of stability and consistency in my life.


Keeping the next 24 hours in mind
I am trying to live in the present and plan for the future.


I'm keeping my soul aligned
I am making sure to prioritize my spiritual and emotional well-being.


With my actions, each muscle relaxing my inner peace
I am finding peace through mindfulness and self-care practices.


I'm looking at my self and I'm asking am I complete
I am reflecting on my personal growth and trying to understand who I am.


See I'mma soak up what I can before the index hits delete
I want to make the most of my life before it comes to an end.


All the colors, all the taste
I want to experience all the beauty and diversity in the world.


What I feel up in this place
I am aware of my emotions and am trying to process them in a healthy way.


All the sun up in these rays, there's a number on my days
I am aware that my life is finite and that I must make every day count.


I spit each rhyme like my last, every word to every phrase
I am putting all my passion and creativity into my art.


sacrifice my own for what it's worth, that's my way
I am willing to put myself on the line for the things I believe in.


My existence, I travel through time to leave my mark
I hope to make a positive impact on the world through my actions.


No resistancece, don't want it to end before it starts
I am hoping to eliminate barriers and obstacles in my life so I can fully live.


Touched by a tune, embracing composition
Music has the power to move me and inspire me.


Words can't do it justice
Some things are too profound to put into words.


It's like the humming and singing that Ma do in the kitchen
Certain sounds and experiences evoke strong emotions and memories.


A vision of seeing a stage rendition with my brethren...
I have a vision of creating art with a group of like-minded individuals.


This morning I awoke next to love
I am grateful for the love and support in my life.


Not gonna fight you no mo'
I am making peace with the past and am moving forward with positivity.


Not going to push you to the door...It's a gift
I am learning to appreciate every moment of love and connection in my life.


Unwrapping the pendulum that squeezed
I am breaking free from negative patterns and cycles in my life.


more or less trying to let my heart breath
I am learning to open myself up to vulnerability and emotional expression.


The sky so blue you would swear it's the ocean
The world is full of beauty and wonder, if we take the time to appreciate it.


The depths of a recovering man roller coasting
My life has been full of ups and downs, but I am learning to overcome challenges and find balance.


The city stares at me, when walking its down I look
The world can be overwhelming and intense, but I am trying to stay focused on my own journey.


Trying to shape these ink blotches inside of this book...Therapy
Writing is a form of therapy for me, and helps me understand my own thoughts and emotions.


A bum's drunken soliloquy got me bare-footing to the ends
I find inspiration in unlikely places and try to remain open to new experiences.


Saw death tug the laces of undeserving friends...Live and pray
I understand that life is fleeting, and am trying to live each day fully while also keeping a sense of faith and spirituality.


With my hands holding a self taught bible
I rely on my own wisdom and experience to guide me through life.


With my head half on a pillow, half on a wall
I am in a state of limbo and questioning in my life.


Laying down, scrawling blood, writing this for y'all
I am pouring my heart and soul into my art to share with others.


I was given this world and only asked to conduct
I feel a sense of responsibility to use my talents and abilities to make a positive impact on the world.


And go about like I don't give a fuck about nothing else but living
I am determined to live life on my own terms and make the most of my time on earth.




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