Born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Barfield's music is often classified as … Read Full Bio ↴Born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Barfield's music is often classified as a mix of pop, rock, folk, and soul. His compositions are largely inspired by the Christian writers, Brennan Manning and Philip Yancey. He was part of the "In the Name of Love Tour" in 2005 with Todd Agnew and BarlowGirl. In 2004, he toured with Toby McKeehan and Third Day.

Shadow
Warren Barfield Lyrics

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I know my shady little shadow
Would've left me long ago
If he wasn't tied to my feet

he's always been a scared one
Turn off the lights and he runs
Nowhere to be seen
Well I am lonely only when I'm alone

so I need more than a shadow
Someone that won't go
Whenever life grows dark
You're the only one I know
Whose love never lets go
Oh we'll never be apart
Never be apart

You and me
We've got a good thing
We move so smoothly
You lead and I will follow
You're closer than a brother
I'm a book, You're the cover
You surround my soul
With You only my lonely is gone

You're so much more than a shadow
Someone that won't go
Whenever life grows dark
You're the only one I know
Whose love never lets go
And we'll never be apart
No never be apart
Never be apart
You eclipse my heart

so much more than a shadow
Someone that won't go
Whenever life grows dark
You're the only one I know
Whose love never lets go
And we'll never be apart

so much more than a shadow

Overall Meaning

Warren Barfield’s "Shadow" is a song about the dark side of loneliness and the need for a constant companion to be by your side. The lyrics reveal that life can be scary and lonely, particularly when you feel like you're alone in the world. The singer reflects on his shadow, which he observes is always with him but he recognizes that this shadow would've left long ago if it could.

He acknowledges that the shadow is always afraid and seeks to run away from life’s hardships, unlike the person he longs for. The person he longs for is someone who will never leave, even when things get tough. The person should be more than just a shadow and a constant presence, someone who will eclipse his heart with love and tenderness.

The song’s message is that we all need someone who will always be there for us, who will not run away from the difficulties we face in life. That person is the one who will provide a sense of hope and fulfillment, even during the dark moments of loneliness. Warren Barfield’s "Shadow" is a deeply emotional and vulnerable song that touches the hearts of listeners.

Line by Line Meaning

I know my shady little shadow
I am aware of my dark and negative side

Would've left me long ago
If it had a choice, my negative side would've abandoned me

If he wasn't tied to my feet
But my bad qualities are an inseparable part of me

He's always been a scared one
My negative side is timid and fearful

Turn off the lights and he runs
In darkness or uncertainty, my negative side retreats

Nowhere to be seen
It disappears and leaves me to face my problems alone

Well I am lonely only when I'm alone
I only feel lonely when my negative side is absent

So I need more than a shadow
I require more than just my own flawed self

Someone that won't go
I need someone permanent and reliable

Whenever life grows dark
Especially in tough times

You're the only one I know
You are the only one who fits this description

Whose love never lets go
Whose love is unchanging and unconditional

Oh we'll never be apart
We will always remain together

You and me
Referring to the relationship between the singer and the person he's addressing

We've got a good thing
Our relationship is strong and positive

We move so smoothly
We interact without any friction or problems

You lead and I will follow
You are in charge and I trust your guidance

You're closer than a brother
Our relationship is closer than family

I'm a book, You're the cover
The singer is the content and the person he's addressing is the one who protects and presents him

You surround my soul
The person he's addressing deeply influences and affects his inner self

With You only my lonely is gone
Only in the presence of the person he's addressing does he feel complete

You eclipse my heart
The person he's addressing completely fills and overshadows his heart and feelings

So much more than a shadow
The person he's addressing is not just a replacement for his negative side

And we'll never be apart
They will always remain together

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ANDREW TYSON BISSELL, WARREN HARDING BARFIELD

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