Silver & Gold
Wild Lyrics


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I drew a line down in the sand
Just to see if you'd cross again
'Cause I know people they never change
Same old story just a different day

(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)

I'll be silver, I'll be gold
Have my heart but leave my soul
All that's done will be forgot but not forgiven
It took some time but now I know
The lesson was just letting go
And I feel fine

I can't keep watching from the rear view mirror
'Cause things seem closer than they appear
Don't need a reason or rhyme this time
I see the good that's in goodbye

(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)

I'll be silver, I'll be gold
Have my heart but leave my soul
All that's done will be forgot but not forgiven
It took some time but now I know
The lesson was just letting go
And I feel fine

I'll be silver, I'll be gold
Have my heart but leave my soul
All that's done will be forgot but not forgiven
It took some time but now I know
The lesson was just letting go
And I feel fine

(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)




(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)
(Hey-ay-ay, ay-ay-ay)

Overall Meaning

In "Silver & Gold," Wild draws a line in the sand to test a lover's commitment, doubting that they have the capacity for change. But as time passes, Wild realizes the lesson was "just letting go" and that they feel fine. The song is about letting go of toxic relationships and embracing the brighter future that ensues. Wild suggests that sometimes the best way we can deal with negative situations is to let go of the people or things dragging us down.


The lyrics are poetic, expressing difficult emotions through minimalist language and imagery. The repeated refrain "I'll be silver, I'll be gold" echoes this theme of moving on and finding one's own path. The chorus emphasizes that everything that has happened in the past will be forgotten but not forgiven, meaning that the person will move on from the situation but never forget what they have learned.


Overall, "Silver & Gold" is a hopeful song about finding the strength to move on from negative relationships and finding forgiveness for oneself. Wild writes with poetic beauty and power, making this a standout track in their repertoire.


Line by Line Meaning

I drew a line down in the sand
I made a clear boundary that you must not cross again


Just to see if you'd cross again
To test your behavior and see if you have changed


'Cause I know people they never change
I have seen that people don't change their patterns even after trying


Same old story just a different day
It is a recurring experience that happens over and over again


I'll be silver, I'll be gold
I can adapt and adjust to different situations, whether good or bad


Have my heart but leave my soul
You can have my affection and love, but don't take away my inner strength or identity


All that's done will be forgot but not forgiven
I can forget the past, but not forgive those who caused me pain


It took some time but now I know
I learned a valuable lesson after going through a difficult time


The lesson was just letting go
The key to moving on is to let go of the past and embrace the present


And I feel fine
I am content and happy with my current circumstances


I can't keep watching from the rear view mirror
I cannot dwell on the past and let it determine my future


'Cause things seem closer than they appear
It is easy to get fixated on the past and not see the opportunities in the present


Don't need a reason or rhyme this time
I do not have to justify my decisions or actions to anyone at this point


I see the good that's in goodbye
I recognize that saying goodbye can be a positive thing and lead to new opportunities




Writer(s): Tyler Thompson, Zachary Jacob Degaetano, Kristina Marie Antuna

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@lizz_1412

"I see the good in goodbye." That hit me hard....

@isaiahestolas8120

Nothing here ever hit me hard!

@lilyjazzlyn8338

I want this song to be the background music to my life

@TENAWESOMEPEOPLES

Phantastic Fallen Angel SAME

@woodeye2457

Same

@user-qs7mh4yz9w

I love this comment

@_Kum0ri_

It's a little late, but I'd say if you really connect with this song, it probably already is a part of your background music. :)

@isaiahestolas8120

Nah this is too calm!😆😆

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@andrewpenn1145

I feel like this song represents my current situation as a student. get my grades up, then lose them and get them back up. Make empty promises to keep people off my back, then flounder and struggle until I find some equilibrium, then do it all again. What a beautiful song.

@zurinarctus7755

I don't understand why this song and band are so unpopular. This music is insanely good. Forever hail from Poland

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