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Souvenir
Tom Ashbrook Lyrics
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And watch me settle
Though in pieces
Pick me apart when I'm least strong
I'll take the weather
Through every season
Or you can push me to breaking point
And it won't matter
I don't wanna be a
Another souvenir
What is forever now?
Is it a place, a person?
Is it a grace or burden?
What is forever now?
Maybe it's just a moment?
And we will never know it
You put me on your key chain
And left me hanging
And I can't stand it
Sway until I give way
And in the madness
I know I'll manage
'Cause you can push me to breaking point
And I will shatter
And it won't matter
'Cause I don't wanna be a
Another souvenir
What is forever now?
Is it a place, a person?
Is it a grace or burden?
What is forever now?
Maybe it's just a moment?
And we will never know it
What is forever now?
Is it a place, a person?
Is it a grace or burden?
What is forever now?
Maybe it's just a moment?
And we will never know it
Never know it
Never know it
Never know it
Maybe we'll never know it?
Never know it
Never know it
Never know it
Maybe we'll never know it?
Never know it
Never know it
Never know it
Maybe we'll never know it?
Never know it
Never know it
Never know it
Maybe we'll never know it?
The song "Souvenir" by Tom Ashbrook is a commentary on the fragility of relationships and the ephemerality of human experiences. The lyrics use the metaphor of a snow globe to convey the idea that life is full of ups and downs, and that we are often shaken to our core, but ultimately find a way to settle down and move forward. The singer seems to be addressing someone who is treating them as a disposable object, like a souvenir that can be picked up, admired for a moment, and then tossed aside. The singer, however, doesn't want to be just another trinket on someone's shelf. They want to be seen as a person with feelings and emotions that matter.
At the heart of the song is the question of what 'forever' really means. The lyrics suggest that forever is a fluid concept that can take on different meanings depending on the circumstances. Is it a place, a person, or a state of being? The singer seems to be grappling with this question throughout the song, wondering if forever is just a momentary feeling that can slip away in an instant. The repetition of the line "Maybe we'll never know it" underscores the idea that life is full of uncertainties and that we can never be sure what the future holds.
Overall, "Souvenir" is a poignant reflection on the transitory nature of human relationships and the search for meaning in an unpredictable world.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake me like a snow globe
Handle me roughly and with no regard for my well-being
And watch me settle
Observe me calm down and regain composure after being shaken
Though in pieces
Even though I may seem broken and damaged
Pick me apart when I'm least strong
Exploit my vulnerabilities and frailty
I'll take the weather
I'll endure through any circumstance
Through every season
Year-round, no matter the conditions
Or you can push me to breaking point
You have the power to push me to my limit
The glass will shatter
I will fall apart completely
And it won't matter
It won't make a difference, because I am disposable
I don't wanna be a
I have no desire to exist as
Another souvenir
An object kept as a reminder of an experience or person
What is forever now?
What does the concept of eternity mean in the present?
Is it a place, a person?
Is it a location or an individual who represents eternity?
Is it a grace or burden?
Is the idea of forever a blessing or a curse?
Maybe it's just a moment?
Perhaps the concept of forever is ephemeral and fleeting?
And we will never know it
It's possible that the idea of forever is beyond human comprehension
You put me on your key chain
You possess me and control me
And left me hanging
You abandoned me without a care
And I can't stand it
I cannot bear the pain of being neglected
Sway until I give way
Continue to influence me until I break
And in the madness
Amidst the chaos and turmoil caused by your actions
I know I'll manage
I will find a way to cope and endure the torment
Never know it
We may never truly understand the concept of eternity
Maybe we'll never know it?
Perhaps the meaning of forever will always elude us
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Julia Church, Thomas Ashbrook
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@k.lalduhsaka4340
This is such a beautiful song everything about is a masterpiece
Plss dont stop making this kind of music
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@letalucy644
I am obsessed with this song. It’s perfect. Thank you. More please ❤
@crisdree
😩😩 this song is so soothing
@Astrid_Pnt
The amazing voice of Julia Church <3 great combo, guys
@TomAshbrookMusic
thanks so much she's amazing!!
@therealuni.
It makes no sense that I just found this song. Absolutely gorgeous💜
@TomAshbrookMusic
so glad you did! thank you x