How Did We Find Our Way
The Pineapple Thief Lyrics


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Long ago
I remember every minute of the days
Would go so fast we didn't notice
We were here to stay, how did we find our way

Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you
Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you, tonight

Far away
We couldn't see the pictures, that we made today
Its hanging on its own, but we are here to stay
How did we find our way

Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you
Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you, tonight

Tonight, tonight, tonight
We were here to stay, how did we find our way
We were here to stay, how did we find our way

Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you
Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you

Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away from you




Please lose yourself for a night
Let me take the weight away

Overall Meaning

The Pineapple Thief's song "How Did We Find Our Way" is a contemplative and introspective piece that reflects on the passage of time and the human experience. The lyrics are rich with imagery and emotion, evoking a sense of nostalgia and longing. The opening lines, "Long ago, I remember every minute of the days/Would go so fast, we didn't notice/We were here to stay, how did we find our way," suggests a wistful longing for the past and the inevitability of change. The singer reflects on the passage of time and how it's easy to lose sight of the present moment when we're preoccupied with the past or the future.


The chorus repetition of "Please lose yourself for a night/Let me take the weight away from you" offers a respite from the heaviness of life, suggesting that sometimes we need to let go and surrender ourselves to the present moment. It's a reminder to take the time to enjoy life and savor the moments, regardless of how fleeting they may be. The closing lines, "We were here to stay, how did we find our way/Please lose yourself for a night/Let me take the weight away from you" suggests that while life may be uncertain and unpredictable, we can still find moments of peace and tranquility if we're willing to let go and embrace the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Long ago
Reflecting on a distant past


I remember every minute of the days
Recalling the memories of each day


Would go so fast we didn't notice
Time passed quickly without us realizing it


We were here to stay, how did we find our way
Wondering how we managed to stay on our path


Please lose yourself for a night
Let go of your worries and surrender for a moment


Let me take the weight away from you
Allow me to alleviate your burdens


Far away
Looking back to a distant time


We couldn't see the pictures, that we made today
Unaware of the significance of our actions


Its hanging on its own, but we are here to stay
Our legacy endures despite our unawareness


Tonight, tonight, tonight
Emphasizing the present moment


We were here to stay, how did we find our way
Recalling our journey and questioning our path




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BRUCE SOORD

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