It seems a long time since I lived down the long road and through the woods… Read Full Bio ↴It seems a long time since I lived down the long road and through the woods in the house where I grew up. And every morning I woke up to the sunrise over the Illinois River. Then I turned sixteen and found out the sun rises nearly as beautiful riding the early morning train as the glow lights up Lake Michigan. I discovered what it meant to play guitar and sing and write, and perhaps played and sang too often and too loud for my aunt and uncle who I lived with at the time. But by 18, I was in New York City where I've been ever since. Now the sunrise is the end to a beautiful night more often than it is the start of a beautiful day, but that doesn't mean I'm not still looking. These songs are fact and fiction, but none are lies. Thank you for listening.

All That I know
zach berkman Lyrics

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This is all that we said
This is all that we know
There are things in my head
That I couldnt let go

And all that I know is that Ill be around in the dark if you meet me outside

All that I know

Is all that Im leaving behind
You can never be sure
But you havent got time to decide
So step off the porch
Watch the rockets collide
In the sky, cause Im leaving tonight

Weve gotten this far
Again and again
Well, you know how this starts
But tell me how do you want this to end?

And all that I know is that I still hear the sound of your voice when Im closing my eyes

All that I know
Is all that Im leaving behind
You can never be sure
But you havent got time to decide
So step off the porch
Watch the rockets collide
In the sky, cause Im leaving tonight

With a stroke of your pen
And a turn of your brow
You haunted me then
And youre haunting me now

All that I know
Is all that Im leaving behind
You can never be sure
But you havent got time to decide
So step off the porch
Watch the rockets collide

In the sky, cause Im leaving tonight
Cause Im leaving. Cause Im leaving tonight

Overall Meaning

In Zach Berkman's song "All that I know," he tells the story of a relationship that's coming to an end. The emphasis of the song isn't on the reasons for the break-up, but it's about the emotions that arise from it. He talks about how both parties are aware of the situation, and they know it's time to move on, but it's still difficult. The singer is holding on to memories of the relationship, even though it's over. He's saying that even though they're no longer together, he'll always be there for her.

The singer acknowledges that the future is uncertain, and nobody knows what's going to happen. He adds that it's not easy to decide, but time is running out. The message is clear, he's leaving tonight, and he doesn't know what's going to happen next. The final verse adds an extra dimension to the song, suggesting that even though the relationship may be over, the singer can't get away from his memories. He's haunted by them, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't shake them off.

Line by Line Meaning

This is all that we said
This is all the communication we had

This is all that we know
This is all the information we have

There are things in my head That I couldnt let go
I feel troubled by some thoughts that keep occupying my mind

And all that I know is that Ill be around in the dark if you meet me outside
My commitment to you is that I will be there for you when you need me

All that I know Is all that Im leaving behind You can never be sure But you havent got time to decide So step off the porch Watch the rockets collide In the sky, cause Im leaving tonight
I am aware that I cannot be certain about what lies ahead, but I need to move forward without delay

Weve gotten this far Again and again Well, you know how this starts But tell me how do you want this to end?
We have been through many ups and downs, and now I need your input on how to wrap things up

And all that I know is that I still hear the sound of your voice when Im closing my eyes
Your presence and influence on me is still vivid, even when you are physically absent

With a stroke of your pen And a turn of your brow You haunted me then And youre haunting me now
Your actions and demeanor have left a lasting impression on me, and I cannot shake them off

Cause Im leaving. Cause Im leaving tonight
I am making a definitive departure very soon

Writer(s): Zach Berkman, Nini Camps Copyright: Zach Berkman Music, BMG Sapphire Songs, Lovepie Music

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