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Lost in America
To Have Heroes Lyrics
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The prices, the vices, or some other excuse
California suited you well
It's just that nobody's real and the traffic is hell
When are you gunna tell the truth?
That it's you, that it's you that you're runnin' from?
I'll be right here waitin' for you
I'll be right here when you're through
Gettin' lost in America
You got a place far from the coast
When you wake and you see you were already home
Before you started runnin', tryin' to find yourself
Anywhere but here
I'll be right here waitin' for you
To take the place of the fear in you
I'll be right here when you're through
Gettin' lost in America
I'll be right here waitin' for you
To take the place of the fear in you
I'll be here when you are through
Gettin' lost in America
No matter how far you go
You're right here
No matter how far you fall…
I'll be right here when you're through
Gettin' lost in America
I'll be here when you are through
Gettin' lost in America
I'll be right here waitin' for you
Lost in America
Lost in America
The lyrics of To Have Heroes' song "Lost in America" seem to explore the idea of feeling lost and disconnected in a society or place that doesn't fulfill one's expectations or desires. The lines "New York didn't do it for you, the prices, the vices, or some other excuse" suggest that the singer or protagonist had high hopes for New York but found it lacking in some way. Similarly, they mention that California is suitable, but the realization that "nobody's real and the traffic is hell" hints at a sense of disillusionment and a feeling of being lost even in a seemingly ideal place.
The chorus speaks directly to the subject, offering support and companionship: "I'll be right here waiting for you, to take the place of the fear in you." It suggests that the singer is willing to be a source of solace and comfort as the person in question navigates their journey of self-discovery. The repetition of the phrase "getting lost in America" emphasizes the idea of searching for something or someone, and the singer's commitment to being there throughout that process.
The verse about having a place far from the coast could be depicting a situation where the person initially thought they needed to physically escape to find themselves. However, they come to understand that the solution is not external and that they were already home before they started running. Ultimately, the message seems to be about finding oneself, confronting one's fears, and realizing that support and comfort are available to them.
Line by Line Meaning
New York didn't do it for you
You weren't satisfied with New York, whether it was due to the high prices, the vices, or some other excuse
The prices, the vices, or some other excuse
You were disappointed with New York because of the high cost of living, the presence of negative habits, or some other reason
California suited you well
You found California to be a better fit for you
It's just that nobody's real and the traffic is hell
However, you realized that people in California are not genuine and the traffic is extremely congested
When are you gunna tell the truth?
When will you finally be honest with yourself?
That it's you, that it's you that you're runnin' from?
The truth is that you are running away from yourself
You got a place far from the coast
You found a location that is distant from the coastline
When you wake and you see you were already home
But when you wake up, you realize that you were already in your true home
Before you started runnin', tryin' to find yourself
Before you started running away, attempting to discover your true self
Anywhere but here
Anywhere other than your current location
No matter how far you go
Regardless of how distant you travel
You're right here
You are still present in this very moment
No matter how far you fall…
Regardless of the extent of your downfall
I'll be right here when you're through
I will be here waiting for you when you are finished
Gettin' lost in America
Wandering aimlessly and feeling disconnected within the United States
I'll be here when you are through
I will still be here once you have finished
I'll be right here waitin' for you
I will be patiently waiting for you
Lost in America
Feeling lost and disconnected within the United States
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Harold
There isn't any Helloween's song I don't like. Fucking amazing band.
Eduardo Ladeira
Every time i listen to Helloween, i listen with the same passion and excitment as i did 20 years ago, when a child back then. They have some crazy magic on their chords. Cheers from Belo Horizonte / Brazil.
Zapayo Delsur
Totally XO :)
Eunike Adhy
Same here
Heiko Klein
I was 14 at KEEPER 1 . AND now with 49 i feel the same to this great Band. One of my favorit Song was SAVAGE and my god given right 👍🎃🎸🥇💪
kreshBACON
For me the best song in the Album, this chorus is awesome !!
Mil'Hades
+kreshBACON spot on ;) and the lyrics are hilarious too! But Deris nailed this one..
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