Swedish band that started out in 1994 as a country/rockabilly band, which t… Read Full Bio ↴Swedish band that started out in 1994 as a country/rockabilly band, which then merged with the members of Apache and founded the Weeping Willows. According to their website, " The Weeping Willows have played in cafés for a cup of coffee and they have headlined the biggest Scandinavian festivals. They have stayed the same but they have also changed a lot. They have spread their music further than they could have imagined yet they are still quite anonymous. Variation, just the way they like it. It’s all about the music.
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Members: Vocals - Magnus Carlson, Guitars - Ola Nyström, Bass - Stefan Axelsen, Drums - Anders Hernestam, Guitars, Pedal Steel & Keyboards - Niko Röhlcke

Stairs
Weeping Willows Lyrics

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What will happen when I die
Will I pay for all My crimes
Because sometimes I did fail, although I tried to try
Will You remember me this way
or will the picture change
It's too late to go back; oh it's much too late
when I was young I didn't care, I was busy crawling down the stairs

With the voice I thought was mine
I didn't sing, I mime two words that almost rime
well those where confusing times
Will You remember Me this way or will the picture change
It's too late to go back; oh it's much too late
When I was young I didn't care, I was busy crawling down the stairs

Please don't forget Me when I'm gone, 'cause my life must have some work
And please forgive me if im wrong
'cause I didn't mean to be all wrong

I didn't mean to be
No, I didn't mean to be
I didn't mean to be all wrong
I didn't mean to be

I didn't mean to be
No I didn't mean to be

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Weeping Willows's song Stairs talk about a reflection on one's life and the consequences of past actions. The singer wonders what will happen to them after they die and if they will have to pay for the mistakes they made. They acknowledge that they tried to do the right thing, but sometimes failed. The singer is concerned about how they will be remembered and if the picture of their life will change after they are gone. They express regret for their past actions and how they used to be careless when they were younger.

The verses have a melancholic tone and reflect on the vulnerability of human life. The chorus is a plea to be remembered and forgiven for the wrongs that were done. The lyrics create a sense of introspection, inviting the listener to reflect on their own life choices.

Line by Line Meaning

What will happen when I die
I am reflecting on the uncertainty of the afterlife, and what it will hold for me.

Will I pay for all My crimes
I am contemplating the consequences of my past actions and whether I will face punishment for them.

Because sometimes I did fail, although I tried to try
I acknowledge that I am not perfect and have made mistakes despite my efforts to do better.

Will You remember me this way or will the picture change
I wonder whether the memories people have of me will remain consistent or change over time.

It's too late to go back; oh it's much too late
I regret not being able to change the past and wishing I had made different choices.

when I was young I didn't care, I was busy crawling down the stairs
As a child, I was carefree and didn't fully understand the consequences of my actions.

With the voice I thought was mine
I am describing the uncertainty I felt about my identity and sense of self.

I didn't sing, I mime two words that almost rime
I was hesitant to express myself fully and only mimicked what I thought was expected of me.

well those where confusing times
I reflect on the challenges I faced in figuring out who I was and what I wanted to be.

Please don't forget Me when I'm gone, 'cause my life must have some work
I hope that my life has made a positive impact on those around me and that I won't be forgotten.

And please forgive me if im wrong
I ask for forgiveness from those who I may have wronged in my life.

'cause I didn't mean to be all wrong
I offer an explanation for my mistakes and ask that they not define the entirety of who I am.

I didn't mean to be
I reiterate my desire not to be defined by my mistakes.

No, I didn't mean to be
I emphasize my sincerity in not intending to cause harm or make mistakes.

I didn't mean to be all wrong
I express regret for my past actions but also hope for understanding and forgiveness.

I didn't mean to be
I reaffirm my hope for forgiveness and my genuine intention to do better.

I didn't mean to be
I conclude the song with another repetition of my desire to be seen in a positive light despite my mistakes.

Contributed by Emma L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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