Would You Come With Me
The Elected Lyrics
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You're up at dawn with me
But we don't shoot at deer
So we just sit right here and sing
And we've been up at night
And our eyes are tired
But now there's light enough to see
Would you come with me?
I had this sadness
Creeping like vines over me
I didn't get what I want
So I just took what wanted me
And I was making bad bets
For when the odds look good
You gotta play the hand you see
So if I leave right now
Would you come with me?
I think I could leave right now
If you'd come with me
I got this friend, she doesn't like to fly
But that don't bother her none, no
She's taking trips all the time
And I wish I was that friend, flying away
But I got my feet right on the ground
So if I leave right now
Would you come with me?
I swear I would leave right now
If you'd come right now
I swear I would leave right now
Leave right now
Leave right now
Leave right now
I would leave right now
If you'd come with me
The Elected's song Would You Come With Me is a melancholic and reflective piece about leaving one's sorrows behind and embarking on a journey to escape the pain of past failures. The opening lyrics describe the singer's hunting companion, and how despite being up and ready to go, they aren't typical hunters. Instead of shooting at wildlife, the two choose to sit and sing, enjoying the relative peace of the moment. The imagery of the hunting cap and dawn creates a sense of anticipation and new beginnings, while the singing suggests catharsis amidst life's messiness.
The second verse explores the singer's sadness and how it has been creeping over them like vines. They haven't been able to achieve what they want, and so they take whatever comes their way. They've been making bad bets, but they keep playing anyway, always hoping that things will turn out in their favor. The line "when the odds look good, you gotta play the hand you see" speaks to the idea that sometimes we don't get what we want, but we have to make the best of the situation we find ourselves in. The refrain "so if I leave right now, would you come with me?" is the singer's invitation to someone to run away with them, to escape the sadness and start anew. It's also a plea for companionship and support, illustrating the singer's vulnerability and desire for a kindred spirit.
The song's final verse shifts to a different narrative thread, as the singer talks about a friend who likes to travel. This friend doesn't like to fly, but that doesn't stop them from taking trips all the time, while the singer feels stuck on the ground. The verse furthers the theme of wanting to leave one's troubles behind, as well as the notion of envying others' lives. The repetition of the refrain creates a sense of urgency and conviction, as the singer begs for someone to come with them, to make the leap together into the unknown. It's a poignant and bittersweet song, one that captures the angst of feeling stuck and the hope of starting over with a supportive partner.
Line by Line Meaning
You got a hunting cap on
You're dressed for outdoor activity
You're up at dawn with me
You're willing to wake up early to spend time together
But we don't shoot at deer
We don't engage in activities that harm animals
So we just sit right here and sing
We choose peaceful and harmonious activities
And we've been up at night
We've been experiencing difficult times
And our eyes are tired
We're emotionally drained
But now there's light enough to see
There's hope and clarity in the present moment
So if I leave right now
If I take action to change my circumstances
Would you come with me?
Are you willing to support me in making a change?
I had this sadness
I experienced a deep feeling of unhappiness
Creeping like vines over me
It gradually took over my emotions
I didn't get what I want
I faced disappointment
So I just took what wanted me
I settled for what was available
And I was making bad bets
I was making choices based on unrealistic expectations
For when the odds look good
When there seemed to be a good chance of success
You gotta play the hand you see
You have to deal with the cards you're dealt
I think I could leave right now
I'm capable of making a change
If you'd come with me
With your support, I'm more confident about taking the risk
I got this friend, she doesn't like to fly
I know someone who has fears and limitations
But that don't bother her none, no
But those limitations don't stop her from living life
She's taking trips all the time
She's enjoying new experiences regularly
And I wish I was that friend, flying away
I have a desire to break free from my current situation
But I got my feet right on the ground
But I remain rooted in my comfort zone
I swear I would leave right now
I'm serious about wanting to make a change
Leave right now
Take action right away
Leave right now
Act decisively and with boldness
Leave right now
Don't hesitate or delay making a change
Leave right now
Seize the opportunity to create a better future
I would leave right now
I have the motivation and courage to take action
If you'd come with me
With your support, I'm more likely to succeed in making a change
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