Story Behind The Song

This song is about a friend who did not want to let go of a relationship that was unhealthy or good for her. It's about the challenges that are inherent in times of transition and change - and about how important it can be to embrace the uncomfortableness of leaving behind the familiar. Sometimes, it's the discomfort of times like that, that are essential to getting us to a better place.

Song Description

Upbeat acoustic guitar song with some electric guitar and drums, vocals are a simple single female vocal line with occasional harmonies on the chorus.

Lyrics

It's that time again
To hold the oar and try to swim
Against the current holding you back
From what you think you love

Lift your hands and they feel tired
And your heavy heavy heart is mired
To the hull of wood surrounding you
Sailing you the other way

Like a wounded bird you lay watching the sky
No hold on the wheel that has brought this goodbye
You trust in time that you'll drift away where

Blue smooth waters will lull you kindly
You wake to find no reason to remind me:
It is as it should be, it is as it should be
Just let your boat cradle thee
Part of you that's breaking
Part of you that's waiting
For a better day

It's that time again
To circle round and further in
Beyond the point of turning back
To the other shore

Lift your head, your eyes are wide
Your weary weary mind is clearing
Up ahead you see signs all around
For what was meant to be

Like a wounded bird you lay watching the sky
No hold on the wheel that has brought this goodbye
You trust in time that you'll drift away where

Blue smooth waters will lull you kindly
You wake to find no reason to remind me:
It is as it should be, it is as it should be
Just let your boat cradle the
Part of you that's breaking
Part of you that's waiting
For a better day