Easton formed the band Kosher Spears while at college. In the 1996 Easton joined The Haynes Boys. When they split up, Easton embarked on a solo career, with his debut album, Special 20, released in 1998. He subsequently relocated to California, signed a deal with EMI Publishing, and a record deal with New West Records.
In 2007, Easton joined Leeroy Stagger and Evan Phillips, performing as Easton, Stagger and Phillips. Easton and Stagger initially performed in 2008 as support acts for Phillips' band The Whipsaws. The group released one album One For The Ditch, on Rebeltone Records, in 2008.
In 2009 Easton won the 9th Annual Independent Music Awards Vox Pop award for 'Best Americana Song' with "Burgundy Red". His album Porcupine also won the 9th Annual Independent Music Awards Vox Pop vote for best Album Packaging.
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carry me
Tim Easton Lyrics
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They don't know that diamond like I do
Put you up in the bluebird sky until they lose sight of you
People love you like a diamond in their hands
I always wanted to chase you down
Like many I fell in love with you
And when you gave your heart back to me
I always wanted to chase you down
Carry me, carry me back to you heart tonight
Carry me, carry me through this cold midnight
Many times a young man has to wander around
Until he breaks himself in two
Not all, but many, many of us never learn what to do
Many times a young man has to wander around
Well I had my reasons for leaving
And now I know that I was wrong
It was selfish to think you'd be better off
Just cause I wanted to be further along
I had my reasons for leaving you
Carry me, carry me back to you heart tonight
Carry me, carry me through this cold midnight
Bury me, underneath your starlight
Here comes that old devil midnight
And I have not slept in days
And there'll be no rest on this midnight
If the highway has it's way
Here comes that old devil midnight
Carry me, carry me back to you heart tonight
Carry me, carry me through this cold midnight
Carry me, carry me back to your side tonight
Carry me, carry me through one more cold midnight
Bury me underneath your starlight
Bury me underneath your starlight
The lyrics to Tim Easton's song "Carry Me" paint a picture of a man who is trying to make his way back to someone he loves. The song is about a relationship that has been tested by distance and time, and the singer is hoping to find his way back home.
The opening lines set the tone for the song, as Easton sings about how people love the one he is addressing like a diamond in their hands but don't know her like he does. The diamond metaphor suggests that she is valuable and precious, but it also implies that she is something to be admired from afar. This sets up a contrast between those who admire her and the singer who knows her intimately.
The chorus of the song is a plea for the singer's love to carry him back to her heart. He knows he has made mistakes in the past, and he is hoping that she will forgive him and take him back. The repetition of "carry me" emphasizes the idea that he is not strong enough to make the journey alone and needs her help.
In the second verse, Easton sings about how young men often have to "wander around" until they figure out what to do. This suggests that the singer has been lost and uncertain, trying to figure out his place in the world. The chorus repeats the plea for his love to carry him.
The final verse introduces the devil midnight, which is a metaphor for the fear and isolation that the singer is feeling. He has been alone for days and is hoping to find his way back to her. The final line, "bury me underneath your starlight," suggests that he is ready to give up his wandering ways and find a home with her.
Overall, "Carry Me" is a song about love, forgiveness, and the need to find a place in the world. The singer is lost and uncertain, but he knows that his love can carry him back to where he belongs.
Line by Line Meaning
People love you like a diamond in their hands
Although many love you, they don't fully appreciate your worth like I do
Put you up in the bluebird sky until they-lose sight of you
Others may elevate you, but they will eventually forget about you
I always wanted to chase you down
I was drawn to you and sought after you
And when you gave your heart back to me
You returned my affection for you
I didn't know what to do
I was unsure how to handle this new development
Many times a young man has to wander around
Often, young people need to explore and experience life before truly learning
Until he breaks himself in two
Sometimes, it takes hardship and struggle to gain wisdom
Not all, but many, many of us never learn what to do
Despite experiencing adversity, many never find the answers they seek
Well I had my reasons for leaving
I had justification for ending our relationship
And now I know that I was wrong
I've come to realize my mistake and regret my decision to leave
It was selfish to think you'd be better off
I was wrong to put my own desires ahead of your well-being
Just cause I wanted to be further along
I left because I wanted to advance my own goals, regardless of how you felt
Here comes that old devil midnight
The difficult and lonely hours of the night are upon me
And I have not slept in days
I've been unable to find rest or peace in my current state
And there'll be no rest on this midnight
I don't expect to find any relief from my current turmoil
If the highway has its way
If I continue on my current path, I won't find what I'm looking for
Carry me, carry me back to your heart tonight
Take me back into your affection and care
Carry me, carry me through one more cold midnight
Help me make it through another difficult night
Bury me underneath your starlight
Let me find comfort and solace in the beauty of the world
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TIMOTHY E EASTON
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writer1024
such a brilliant song. with great lyrics.
Chris Greco
This tune reminds me of that one girl that still has my heart after all these years
Kate Hall
Gorgeous song...gorgeous man
Andy Bentley
Super talented dude!
Liza Rosa
Beautiful and haunting.
Jimmy Mack
Neat lyric.
Pennsylvania History Buff
The film Love & Sex brought me here. Fantastic underrated flick that I highly recommended.
Andreea Bencsik
Same here, just now ^_^
Sally Melrose
agreed - underrated film - with a great soundtrack
ubeemylove
Ohio Boy! Mmmmmmmm