Slow Jam
Tirzah Lyrics
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But you're too old to hold my hand, you must move on
Keep your head meek, do some hard work
Just call me sometimes, let me know you're OK, you'll find
I know you'll survive
Look me in the eyes
You can take a risk or two
Watched by everyone, tired of the pressure
Under some giant thumb, people trying to stop your fun
Telling you to wait, finding out you're too late
You used to look forward to it, now you're bored of it
I know you'll survive
Look me in the eyes
You can take a risk or two
But don't do anything I wouldn't do
I know you'll survive
Look me in the eyes
You can take a risk or two
But don't do anything I wouldn't do
You are not alone, you are not alone
This is your home, you are not alone
You are not alone, you are not alone
This is your home, you are not alone
The lyrics to Tirzah's song "Slow Jam" depict the relationship between a parent and a grown-up child who is trying to navigate through life. The opening line, "I'm frozen, I'm sorry my son, but you're too old to hold my hand," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The parent is acknowledging that it is time for the child to be independent and take charge of their own life. They encourage the child to work hard and keep their head down, but to stay in touch and let them know they are okay. They also caution the child to not do anything they wouldn't do, which suggests the parent has experienced life and knows what risks are worth taking and which ones are not.
The second half of the song reflects on the pressure and expectations that come with adulthood. The child is watched by everyone and feels like they are always under some giant thumb. They are told to wait and find out they are too late. The excitement they used to have for life has faded away, and they are bored. The parent reassures the child that they are not alone and that they have a home. The lyrics suggest that growing up and navigating adulthood can be difficult and overwhelming, but the parent's love and support can help guide the child through it.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm frozen, I'm sorry my son
I'm stuck in my ways and it's difficult for me to adapt to change. I apologize for not being more supportive.
But you're too old to hold my hand, you must move on
You're growing up and need to learn to be independent. It's time for you to take responsibility for your own life.
Keep your head meek, do some hard work
Stay humble and work hard to achieve your goals.
Just call me sometimes, let me know you're OK, you'll find
Though I may not always understand what you're going through, I still want to be there for you. Call me to let me know how you're doing.
I know you'll survive
I have faith in your ability to overcome challenges and succeed.
Look me in the eyes
Pay attention to what I have to say and take it to heart.
You can take a risk or two
Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things.
But don't do anything I wouldn't do
While I want you to take risks, I also want you to make wise choices and avoid reckless behavior.
Watched by everyone, tired of the pressure
Feeling scrutinized by others can be exhausting, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed by expectations.
Under some giant thumb, people trying to stop your fun
It's easy to feel like other people are trying to hold you back or prevent you from having fun when you're pursuing your dreams.
Telling you to wait, finding out you're too late
People may tell you to be patient or wait for the right moment, but sometimes opportunities pass you by if you wait too long.
You used to look forward to it, now you're bored of it
Things that were once exciting can become routine or mundane over time.
You are not alone, you are not alone
Even when things get tough, you have people who care about you and are willing to support you.
This is your home, you are not alone
No matter where life takes you, you can always come back to a place where you feel welcome and loved.
You are not alone, you are not alone
It's easy to feel isolated, but there are people in your life who want to be there for you and help you through difficult times.
This is your home, you are not alone
No matter what life throws your way, you have a place where you belong and are accepted.
Writer(s): Tirzah Mastin, Micaela Levi
Contributed by Jordan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
manyscissors
no se por que decidi hacer esta traduccion en respuesta a este comentario de hace 6 años. probablemente porque hace mucho que no uso el español y me interesa traducir canciones. te lo agradeciera si me dijeras de cualquier error que haya cometido en el español <3 (menos los tildes, que omiti porque me dan pereza)
lo siento mi hijo
pero es que ya eres demasiado mayor para tomar mi mano
tienes que seguir adelante
mantener tu calma
trabajar duro
solo llamame de vez en cuando
dejame saber que estas bien
se que sobreviviras
mirame a los ojos
puedes tomar riesgos
no hagas nada que no lo haria yo
mirado por todos
cansado de la presión
debajo de algun pulgar gigante
los demas intentan prohibir tu placer
te dicen que esperes
descubren que llegaste tarde
lo esperabas con ganas
ahora te aburre
se que sobreviviras
mirame a los ojos
puedes tomar riesgos
no hagas nadad que no lo haria yo
Alexander Brett Doane
I’ve been a fan of this song for over a year but never really listened to the lyrics. My mom died unexpectedly a few months ago, and I’ve been struggling a lot. I put this song on last night as I was putting away my clean and folded clothes. I actually listened to the lyrics, and I took a really long break from laundry so I could cry for a while. Tirzah, this song is really powerful and really hit me somewhere deep. You’ll never see this, but I really am grateful for your art. Thank you. ❤
a.
rip to ur mum 🙏🏾
Ellie
This gives me a warm feeling like when I discovered Trip Hop in the 1990s... Amazing! 😎
The Chosen Mountain
This is a new sound I really enjoy. The rhythm really catches me off guard.
Alisher Akbarov
So happy that this song exists :) Peace folks ✌
bedhead
I KNOW YOU'LL SURVIVE!
Sophie
I love tirzah more than i love life
Lee Roy
#nolife
Sounds ofthe City
Love your self
Clyde
still a great song