Balloon
Vern Matz Lyrics
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Staring into space
Holding onto something that wasn't there
The higher that I go
The farther I will fall
Cause it ain't easy being young
When you know you'll be old one day
When you know you'll be old one day
The higher that I go
The farther I will fall
The lyrics of Vern Matz's song "Balloon" delve into the complex emotions and realities of growing up and the bittersweet nature of youth. The singer observes someone who is caught in a moment of contemplation, standing still and staring into space. They seem to be holding onto something that no longer exists, perhaps a memory or a lost dream. The repetition of the phrases "The higher that I go, the farther I will fall" implies a sense of caution and awareness of the consequences that come with reaching new heights or ambitions.
The chorus of the song brings to light the conflicting emotions of being young and knowing that eventually, time will catch up and age will be inevitable. It touches upon the struggle of balancing the excitement and limitless possibilities of youth with the understanding that it is temporary.
Line by Line Meaning
Caught you standing still
I noticed you frozen in place
Staring into space
Lost in deep thought
Holding onto something that wasn't there
Clutching onto an illusion
The higher that I go
As I climb to greater heights
The farther I will fall
The harder I will crash
Cause it ain't easy being young
Because youth brings its own challenges
When you know you'll be old one day
When you're aware of the future aging process
The higher that I go
As I continue my ascent
The farther I will fall
The deeper my eventual descent
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Written by: Daniel Belgrad
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