Something to Live For
Yann Tiersen & Shannon Wright Lyrics
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You give me your hand
And say come in
?? breath
A funny face
You say come in
All has changed from here
I will (come in)?? / I welcome it in
Now i can't explain
The path is newly paved
And sorrow hides its face
I've found someone to live for
No i can't explain
The path is newly paved
And sorrow hides its face
I've found someone to live for
Give me your hand
I'll lead the way
No i can't explain
The path is newly paved
Sorrow hides in shame
I've found someone to live for
Someone to live for
Now go
Little sparrow
I'll send you on your way
With paper wings
I'll send you on your way
No i can't believe
What i've seen
No i just can't believe
Farewell
Little sparrow
On your way
The song "Something to Live For" is a love song that speaks about how love has given the singer a reason to live. Yann Tiersen and Shannon Wright weave a beautiful, melancholic melody that captures the essence of the song. The lyrics speak about the warmth of the sun; a metaphor for the warmth and comfort that love brings. This love offers protection from sorrow or sadness, creating a path that is newly-paved, and making things seem different from before. In the second verse, the singer seems at a loss for words when explaining how much love has transformed them. They express how they have found someone to live for, and while they can't explain it, the path ahead seems clearer than ever.
The focus of the song seems to be on the transformative power of love, how it can turn even the darkest moments of life on their head, and give someone a renewed sense of purpose. The chorus expresses how the singer has finally found someone worth living for, someone that leads the way, and someone who makes sorrow hide in shame. The song ends with the singer speaking to a little sparrow they will send on their way, perhaps a metaphor for their past self, saying how they can't believe what they have seen, and bidding farewell to their old self as they continue life's journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Warm like the sun
Your affection towards me is as comforting as the warmth of the sun.
You give me your hand
You offer me your support and guidance in my journey.
And say come in
You invite me to be a part of your life and share your world.
?? breath
The lyrics are incomplete and require further context to convey meaning.
A funny face
Even in moments of tension you lighten the mood with humor.
You say come in
You reiterate your invitation to me, to welcome me to your life.
All has changed from here
Your presence has altered the course of my life.
I will (come in)?? / I welcome it in
The lyrics are incomplete and require further context to convey meaning.
All has changed
Your love has brought about a significant transformation in my life.
Now i can't explain
The profound effect your love has had on me is beyond words.
The path is newly paved
I see new opportunities and possibilities in my life with you by my side.
And sorrow hides its face
The pain and sadness I once felt is no longer as prominent since you entered my life.
I've found someone to live for
I have discovered an inspiration to thrive and live life fully, and that is you.
Give me your hand
I seek your continuous support and assurance.
I'll lead the way
I feel confident in showing you the direction of our future together.
Sorrow hides in shame
The sadness that once consumed me is now fading away, ashamed to be present in the light of our love.
Someone to live for
You are the reason for me to fully embrace life and experience its beauty.
Now go
I release you with love to follow your own path.
Little sparrow
This term of endearment is used to address the person going away.
I'll send you on your way
I wish you to leave with my love and blessings.
With paper wings
Your journey ahead may seem fragile, but I assure you it is strong and guided by love.
No i can't believe
I am in disbelief that our time together has come to an end.
What i've seen
The memories of our time together will forever be etched in my heart.
No i just can't believe
The pain of separation is overwhelming and difficult to comprehend.
Farewell
Goodbye, but not forever. Our paths may cross again.
Little sparrow
This term of endearment is used to address the person going away.
On your way
I encourage you to pursue your dreams and passions with bravery and resilience.
Contributed by Aiden Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.