Young In All The Wrong Ways
Watkins Sara Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Young in all the wrong ways
Take this pen it's clear to see
Honey, it's all the same
Cracks in the windows broken chairs
No one to blame
There was a time for me to hold on
But I'm not just gonna sit here in the dust
Tell me when you think of us
Is it only memories
Of the day when we were both more naïve
Well I've got no time to look back
So I'm gonna leave you here
I'm going out to see about my own frontier
I'm going out to see about my own frontier
You were my future but that's in the past
You'll get another and it might last
You remind me of the girl I was
When i was young in all the wrong ways
I lie at rehearsal
Until i can feel that burn pray at the end
Accelerating into the turn
I'm not riding any longer
On the back of your bike
I've gone the miles and God
Knows I've got the fight
I've gone the miles and God
Knows I've got the fight
You're not my future it's all in the past
You'll get another and it might last
You remind me of the girl I was
When i was young in all the wrong ways
You're not my future it's all the past
There'll be another and it might last
For you the only purpose I still serve
Is to remind you of the man you were
Yeah, I remind you of the man you were
When we were young in all the wrong ways
I was young in all the wrong ways
In "Young In All The Wrong Ways," Sara Watkins reflects on a relationship that has run its course and is no longer fulfilling. The repetition of the phrase "young in all the wrong ways" suggests that although they were once drawn to each other's youthful energy and recklessness, it has now become a hindrance to their growth and happiness.
The opening lines introduce a sense of despair as the singer acknowledges the brokenness in their surroundings. The cracked windows and broken chairs symbolize the damage and decay in their relationship, and there is a recognition that there is no one to blame for its demise. The singer's decision to not sit idly in the dust signifies their determination to move forward and seek something better.
The chorus captures the singer's resolve to leave the past behind and focus on their own personal growth and exploration. They reject dwelling on memories and emphasize that they have no time to look back. The line "I'm going out to see about my own frontier" suggests a desire to explore new possibilities and find their own path outside the confines of the past relationship.
The second verse highlights the singer's commitment to self-improvement and independence. They describe lying at rehearsal until they feel a burn, indicating their dedication and hard work. The phrase "accelerating into the turn" suggests their readiness to embrace change and tackle challenges head-on. They make it clear that they no longer want to rely on the support or influence of their former partner, symbolized by no longer riding on the back of their bike. They assert their autonomy and acknowledge their strength and determination to go the distance.
In the final chorus, the singer firmly states that their former partner is not their future but belongs to the past. They acknowledge that their ex will likely find someone new, hinting at the possibility of finding a fulfilling and lasting relationship outside of their past. The line "You remind me of the girl I was when I was young in all the wrong ways" suggests that their ex represents a version of themselves they have outgrown. They no longer want to be associated with that phase of their life and are ready to move on.
Overall, "Young In All The Wrong Ways" explores the need to break free from an unfulfilling relationship and embrace personal growth and independence. It conveys a sense of empowerment and determination to leave behind the past and seek out a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Young in all the wrong ways
I was immature and inexperienced in ways that caused me harm and led me down the wrong path.
Take this pen it's clear to see
I want you to understand and see the truth.
Honey, it's all the same
No matter how you look at it, everything is just the same.
Cracks in the windows broken chairs
Our surroundings are showing signs of decay and neglect.
No one to blame
There is no single person at fault for the current situation.
There was a time for me to hold on
There was a moment when I needed to hold on, to cling to something.
There was a time for trust
There was a time when I believed in trust and relied on it.
But I'm not just gonna sit here in the dust
I refuse to stay stagnant and stuck in a helpless situation.
Tell me when you think of us
Let me know if you ever reflect on our relationship.
Is it only memories
Are your thoughts of us solely based on past memories?
Of the day when we were both more naïve
Do you reminisce about a time when we were both more innocent and inexperienced?
Well I've got no time to look back
I don't have the luxury of dwelling on the past.
So I'm gonna leave you here
Therefore, I'm choosing to separate myself from you.
I'm going out to see about my own frontier
I'm venturing out to discover and explore my own personal boundaries and opportunities.
You were my future but that's in the past
I once saw a future with you, but that is now a thing of the past.
You'll get another and it might last
You will find someone else, and perhaps this time it will endure.
You remind me of the girl I was
You bring back memories of the younger version of myself.
When i was young in all the wrong ways
When I was inexperienced and making poor choices.
I lie at rehearsal
I pretend and put on a facade during rehearsals.
Until i can feel that burn pray at the end
Until I can feel the intense longing and desire at the culmination.
Accelerating into the turn
Speeding up and heading into a pivotal moment.
I'm not riding any longer
I am no longer going along with or depending on you.
On the back of your bike
Relying on your guidance and support.
I've gone the miles and God knows I've got the fight
I have endured hardships and given immense effort.
You're not my future it's all in the past
You are no longer a part of my future, only a reminder of the past.
There'll be another and it might last
There will be someone else for you, and perhaps this time it will endure.
For you the only purpose I still serve
To you, I am only useful for reminding you of who you used to be.
Is to remind you of the man you were
My sole purpose is to make you remember the person you used to be.
Yeah, I remind you of the man you were
Indeed, I bring back memories of the version of yourself from our past.
When we were young in all the wrong ways
When both of us were inexperienced and making poor choices in life.
Lyrics © HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ponuru
Love the new sound. We all need more Sara Watkins in our life.
BrianandSnoopy1
there is nothing like listening to Sara Watkins on an early Sunday morning.
Dylan
The drums on this track give me chills. There's so much emotion and personality in them.
Lightning strikes twice
Couldn't have said it better!
Brian Clary
Love this SO MUCH. Those lyrics. Those visuals. The voice, the everything!
Kenneth Halloran
Sara rocks out! I LOVE the title. "young in all the wrong ways" A phrase that is just pregnant with meaning
Lightning strikes twice
Talk about singing from the heart! This lady has got it!
Jeff MacGuinness
Sara is fantastic. Love her music.
W Fenwick
This is a great song but it actually has time signature changes and is played by real people without clicktrack alignment. Its heart and soul will preclude it from being played on the plastic radio buttons. Thankfully we dont have to rely on those corruptions to find good music anymore. Thank-you Sara for making great music.
Cara Mason
Awesome music artist 😊🎶❤️😊🎶❤️