The Other Side
The Workday Release Lyrics
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The world is slipping under
And I'm fighting hard to keep a fearless view
It's a long way to fall down from here
If I close my eyes now I could lose
I'll stay out in the cold
I'll keep walking alone
And when they're heading for home
I'll stay out on the road
Until I see the other side or come undone
I know the risk is swelling with the incline
But it's never been enough to slow me down
Yeah, it's a long way to fall down from here
But I can feel in my bones I'm almost there
I'll stay out in the cold
I'll keep walking alone
Until I see the other side or come undone
And when they're heading for home
I'll stay out on the road
Until I see the other side or come undone
I haven't the time now
For waiting on fate to come around
I ran out of patience so long, so long ago
The Workday Release's song The Other Side is a song about perseverance, determination and taking risks. The opening lines, "I'm wide awake, the world is slipping under" are quite evocative, capturing the feeling of being acutely aware of one's own vulnerabilities and yet refusing to give in to them. The singer of the song seems to be struggling with something - perhaps with finding their way in life or coming to terms with a difficult situation. But despite the challenges, the singer is not giving up. They are fighting hard to keep a "fearless view", refusing to let their fears consume them.
The lines, "I'll stay out in the cold, I'll keep walking alone / Until I see the other side or come undone" highlight the theme of taking risks in life. The singer is willing to brave the uncertainties of their journey alone, heading towards an unknown destination. The risks may be significant, as indicated by the line, "Yeah, it's a long way to fall down from here". But the singer is determined to see things through to the end, to reach the "other side" of their struggles.
The closing lines, "I haven't the time now / For waiting on fate to come around / I ran out of patience so long, so long ago" suggest that the singer is done waiting for things to happen to them. They are taking their destiny into their own hands and forging ahead, no matter what. Overall, the song is an uplifting ode to perseverance and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm wide awake
I am alert and aware
The world is slipping under
Everything around me is changing quickly
And I'm fighting hard to keep a fearless view
I am making an effort to remain brave despite what is happening around me
It's a long way to fall down from here
There is a lot at stake if I fail
If I close my eyes now I could lose
If I stop paying attention, I could miss an opportunity
I'll stay out in the cold
I will persevere through tough times
I'll keep walking alone
I will continue on my own
Until I see the other side or come undone
I will keep going until I succeed or hit rock bottom
And when they're heading for home
When others are giving up
I'll stay out on the road
I will keep pursuing my goals
I know the risk is swelling with the incline
I recognize that the higher I climb, the greater my potential losses
But it's never been enough to slow me down
However, this has not deterred me from moving forward
But I can feel in my bones I'm almost there
Despite the obstacles, I am confident that I am close to reaching my goal
I haven't the time now
I am in a rush
For waiting on fate to come around
I am not leaving success up to chance
I ran out of patience so long, so long ago
It has been a while since I stopped waiting for things to happen on their own
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: David Ottestad
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
James Brown
This song is truly beautiful keep up the good work!
The Workday Release
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Care 93
I'm in love with this amazing song😍😍😍💖💖💖
The Workday Release
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The Workday Release
Hi! I'm going back through my old songs to remind people who used to listen to my music that I released a brand new record today called "Like The Light Of Stars". I'd love for you to check it out.
Lex Silva
Oh my Jesus. This was so wonderful for my ears i think i might need a month to recover. Awesome job, man. xx
The Workday Release
Hi! I'm going back through my old songs to remind people who used to listen to my music that I released a brand new record today called "Like The Light Of Stars". I'd love for you to check it out.
Lepeka Lutui
This song is so good.. LOVE IT!
The Workday Release
Hi! I'm going back through my old songs to remind people who used to listen to my music that I released a brand new record today called "Like The Light Of Stars". I'd love for you to check it out.
Tamara Gil Ramirez
I really love it!!