Waterfall
halpern steven Lyrics

A lonely mother gazing out of her window
A mother watches her son from afar, unable to reach him.

Staring at a son that she just can't touch.
She cannot connect with her son or influence his actions.

If at any time he's in a jam she'll be by his side,
Despite their distance, the mother is always there for her son in times of need.

But he doesn't realize he hurts her so much.
Her son does not understand the pain his choices cause his mother.

But all the praying just ain't helping at all,
Despite the mother's fervent prayers, her son continues to make harmful decisions.

'Cause he can't seem to keep his self out of trouble.
Her son consistently gets into trouble, despite his mother's efforts to guide him.

So, he goes out and he makes his money the best way he know how,
The son resorts to making money through questionable means, possibly due to a lack of other opportunities.

Another body laying cold in the gutter.
The son's actions have resulted in the death of another person, a tragic consequence of his dangerous lifestyle.

Don't go chasing waterfalls.
The singer warns against pursuing dangerous or unsustainable paths, represented by a metaphorical waterfall.

Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.
The singer advocates for staying on a safe and familiar path, avoiding unnecessary risks.

I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all,
The singer recognizes the desire for independence and control over one's life, even if it means taking unnecessary risks.

But I think you're moving too fast.
The singer believes that the desire for immediate gratification and success can lead to hasty and dangerous decisions.

Little precious has a natural obsession for temptation,
Another character is introduced, who is drawn to temptation and danger like a moth to a flame.

But he just can't see.
Despite the risks, this character is unable to resist temptation and make rational decisions.

She give him loving that his body can't handle,
This character engages in a passionate but destructive relationship that physically and emotionally harms him.

But all he can say is, "Baby, it's good to me."
Despite the harm caused by the relationship, he cannot resist its allure and pleasure.

One day he goes and takes a glimpse in the mirror,
The character has a moment of introspection and self-reflection, possibly recognizing the harm he is causing himself.

But he doesn't recognize his own face.
The character is deeply disturbed by his own reflection, indicating a loss of identity and self-awareness.

His health is fading and he doesn't know why.
The character's self-destructive actions have caused physical harm, leading to a decline in health.

Three letters took him to his final resting place.
The character has died due to a disease, likely AIDS, caused by his risky behavior.

I seen rainbow yesterday
The singer glimpses a fleeting moment of joy or positivity, represented by a rainbow.

But too many storms have come and gone
Despite this moment of hope, the singer has faced many difficult challenges in life.

Leavin' a trace of not on God-given ray
These struggles have left a mark on the singer's life, preventing them from seeing or experiencing the good in the world.

Is it because my life is ten shades of gray
The singer wonders if their own negative mindset or experiences have led to their inability to see the good in life.

I pray all ten fade away
The singer hopes to overcome these negative experiences and emotions, seeking healing and restoration.

Seldom praise Him for the sunny days
The singer acknowledges a tendency to overlook good or positive moments, instead focusing on the negative.

And like his promise is true
The singer believes in God's promises, despite their current struggles.

Only my faith can undo
The only way to overcome these struggles is through faith and trust.

The many chances I blew
The singer has made mistakes and missed opportunities in life, leading to their current struggle.

To bring my life to anew
The singer hopes for a fresh start and new beginning in life.

Clear blue and unconditional skies
The singer envisions a positive and serene future.

Have dried the tears from my eyes
This positive future has brought healing and restoration to the singer's heart and mind.

No more lonely cries
The singer is no longer alone or struggling emotionally.

My only bleedin' hope
The singer's only hope for this positive future is through their own perseverance and effort.

Is for the folk who can't cope
The singer hopes to inspire and help other individuals who are struggling with similar challenges.

Wit such an endurin' pain
These individuals are facing enduring and difficult emotional or physical pain.

That it keeps 'em in the pourin' rain
Their struggles are persistent and overwhelming, leaving them feeling helpless or trapped.

Who's to blame
The singer questions who or what is responsible for these struggles and sufferings.

For tootin' caine in your own vein
The singer suggests that personal choices and actions can lead to these struggles, such as drug addiction.

What a shame
The singer laments the tragedy and pain caused by these struggles and poor choices.

You shoot and aim for someone else's brain
The singer critiques destructive behavior that harms others, such as violence.

You claim the insane
The singer questions the justification or reasoning behind such destructive behavior.

And name this day in time
The singer contemplates the fleeting and impermanent nature of human existence.

For fallin prey to crime
The singer observes how individuals can be victims of crime and negative influences or circumstances.

I say the system got you victim to your own mind
The singer suggests that systemic issues and societal factors may contribute to the struggles and poor choices of individuals.

Dreams are hopeless aspirations
The singer acknowledges the fleeting and insubstantial nature of dreams and aspirations.

In hopes of comin' true
Despite this, the singer recognizes the power and importance of hope and ambition in life.

Believe in yourself
The singer encourages self-belief and confidence as a means of overcoming obstacles and achieving goals.

The rest is up to me and you
Ultimately, the ability to succeed and overcome challenges lies within each individual.