Edge of the Road
Wildflowers Lyrics
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I don't know where I stand or who my real friends are
And there's a rat under my roof and he has eaten my heart
Where he goes I follow him he keeps me from the dark
I'm longing for a fortune and I'm longing for success
I want to make things happen but I'm lost inside my head
And if I put my mind to it I could get up out of bed
Tell me where you want me to be
I'll be at the edge of the road
Tell me where you want me to be
I gotta love this life
And I need you with me
Well I'll pack you into pieces and I'll make you feel the need
I won't take all the decisions if you leave me room to breathe
And when you come around the corner I won't ask you to leave
I'll do anything you want to if you give me what I need
Well I give you what I want but I won't plead
Tell me where you want me to be
Any place is where I wanna be
Tell me where you want to meet up with me
I gotta live this life, I need you with me
I'll go anywhere, just you and me
The lyrics of "Edge of the Road" by Wildflowers explore the inner turmoil of the singer as they struggle with their own personal demons. The opening lines reveal a pattern of self-destructive behavior, where the singer indulges in their vices, leading them to feel lost and unsure of their place in the world. This is reflected in the lyrics, "My weekends turn to worries, ‘cause I'm hitting them too hard/ I don't know where I stand or who my real friends are." The use of the metaphor of a rat eating the singer's heart suggests a feeling of being consumed by their own negative thoughts and emotions.
The chorus, "Tell me where you want me to be/ I'll be at the edge of the road/ Tell me where you want me to be/ I gotta love this life/ And I need you with me," indicates a desire to escape and start anew while holding onto a glimmer of hope for a brighter future. The last line of the chorus resonates with the idea of finding one's place in the world through the support and love of others. The singer may feel lost, but they still cling to the hope that they are loved and accepted by someone.
The final verse of the song speaks to the desperation that the singer feels in their desire for connection. They are willing to give everything to the person who can help them find their way. The final lines, "I'll go anywhere, just you and me," suggest that it is only with the help of another person that they can navigate the difficulties of life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Edge of the Road" are a powerful portrayal of the complicated emotions and struggles that can come with trying to find one's place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
My weekends turn to worries, ‘cause I'm hitting them too hard
I am concerned about how much I party on the weekends, it's starting to take a toll on me
I don't know where I stand or who my real friends are
I feel lost and unsure of my friendships
And there's a rat under my roof and he has eaten my heart
There is a metaphorical rat in my life draining me of my emotions
Where he goes I follow him he keeps me from the dark
I am relying on this negative influence to keep me from feeling empty
I'm longing for a fortune and I'm longing for success
I am seeking financial stability and career accomplishments
I want to make things happen but I'm lost inside my head
I have big aspirations but my self-doubt and confusion is hindering me
And if I put my mind to it I could get up out of bed
I know I have the potential to achieve my goals if I try
But lately I've stopped trying coz the world's in such a mess
I am losing motivation due to the state of the world and its problems
Tell me where you want me to be
I want to be where you need me to be
I'll be at the edge of the road
I am willing to go anywhere for you
I gotta love this life
Despite my struggles, I still have a passion for life
And I need you with me
I cannot do it alone, I need someone by my side
Well I'll pack you into pieces and I'll make you feel the need
I am willing to do whatever it takes to keep you with me and make you happy
I won't take all the decisions if you leave me room to breathe
I won't control everything, I want you to have your space and independence
And when you come around the corner I won't ask you to leave
I will always welcome you with open arms and never push you away
I'll do anything you want to if you give me what I need
I will be willing to compromise and meet your needs as long as you do the same for me
Well I give you what I want but I won't plead
I will offer what I have to provide, but I won't beg you to stay
Any place is where I wanna be
I am open and willing to go anywhere
Tell me where you want to meet up with me
I am ready to meet you wherever you would like
I gotta live this life, I need you with me
I have to keep moving forward in my life and I can't do it without you
I'll go anywhere, just you and me
I am committed to being with you and going anywhere together
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