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‘How To Save A Life’ by the Fray is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard and it holds special meaning for me. A friend of mine committed suicide and I was the last person he ever called. I didn’t even realise something was wrong.
But in this song, the person does.
According to lead singer Issac Slade the song was composed and influenced by his experience while working as a mentor at a camp for troubled teens:
He was asked about it in an interview and this is what he said “One of the youngsters I was paired up with was a musician. Here I was, a protected suburbanite, and he was just 1
‘How To Save A Life’ by the Fray is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard and it holds special meaning for me. A friend of mine committed suicide and I was the last person he ever called. I didn’t even realise something was wrong.
But in this song, the person does.
According to lead singer Issac Slade the song was composed and influenced by his experience while working as a mentor at a camp for troubled teens:
He was asked about it in an interview and this is what he said “One of the youngsters I was paired up with was a musician. Here I was, a protected suburbanite, and he was just 17 and had all these problems. And no one could write a manual on how to save him.”
Slade also says that all the people who tried to help the kid were unsuccessful. And that is what the song is about. As Slade says in an interview, the boy's friends and family approached him by saying, "Quit taking drugs and cutting yourself or I won't talk to you again," but all he needed was some support. The boy was losing friends and going through depression. He lost his best friend and could not deal with it. The verses of the song describe an attempt by an adult to confront a troubled teen. In the chorus, the singer laments that he himself was unable to save a friend because he did not know how.
That being said, the band has left the song open for interpretation.
And pray to God he hears you
And I pray to God he hears you
These lines are the most touching for me. Slade could either mean that he prays that God hears you and saves this person. Or he could mean that he prays that this person hears you out and understands that feeling pain is better than feeling nothing at all.
Take care :
Essentially it means the same thing, although there is a shade of potential difference.
“I am very grateful to them" means that your gratitude is directed toward them.
“I am very grateful that they saved his life" is more open-ended, as it is not specifically dIrected at anyone. You could be grateful to them for their actions, and/or you could also be grateful to God for working things in such a way that they were able to intervene.
Ooooooh, this is a juicy saying!
Let’s unpack its meaning by first tackling the concept of “burning a bridge.” In English/American parlance, it means “destroying a connection that may be needed later.”
A good example of someone burning a bridge is cursing out a boss on the last day of work: not only would one not be welcome back at that company, but the boss would give only bad recommendations to future job prospects, and co-workers would distance themselves from anyone showing such poor judgment.
However, the notion that “Sometimes you get the best light from a burning bridge” indicates that the
Ooooooh, this is a juicy saying!
Let’s unpack its meaning by first tackling the concept of “burning a bridge.” In English/American parlance, it means “destroying a connection that may be needed later.”
A good example of someone burning a bridge is cursing out a boss on the last day of work: not only would one not be welcome back at that company, but the boss would give only bad recommendations to future job prospects, and co-workers would distance themselves from anyone showing such poor judgment.
However, the notion that “Sometimes you get the best light from a burning bridge” indicates that there are situations where cutting off the connection is the best thing possible, as in the case of abusive relationships. So, a wife leaving an abusive husband would get “the best light” (insight) from the “burning bridge.”
Thanks for this saying - it’s wonderful!
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This song was released while i was in rehab and seemed to be playing on radio in the booze bus every night as we were driven to 12 step meetings. The lyrics and emotion remoned me SO MUCH of the conversations people had with me where they tried to confront me over my using and the pain in their eyes at watching someone they loved slip away.
The song means just that, how to save a life. This song has an emotional framework. The song is seemingly about a friend's suicide. In so many words the song states if he had stayed up all night he could've saved his friend's life. The way the lyrics are laid out provides a connection for a lot of people to the fact that this guy wasn't able to save his friend, because he didn't know-how. So many of us can relate in one way or another. Whether it is saving someone from a bad relationship or death.
Traditionally, “A life for a life” has been considered the reason for giving someone the death penalty for murder (you took a life—we take your life). It is puzzling when someone says, “A life for a life” after you thank them for saving your life. It could possibly mean that the person feels that you saved their life at one time—either literally or figuratively. Maybe you spent some quality time with the person when it was most needed. Some people have been saved from suicide this way. Or maybe simply being there for them at various times gave the person more quality of life. If you don’t thin
Traditionally, “A life for a life” has been considered the reason for giving someone the death penalty for murder (you took a life—we take your life). It is puzzling when someone says, “A life for a life” after you thank them for saving your life. It could possibly mean that the person feels that you saved their life at one time—either literally or figuratively. Maybe you spent some quality time with the person when it was most needed. Some people have been saved from suicide this way. Or maybe simply being there for them at various times gave the person more quality of life. If you don’t think that these things would apply, perhaps, the person was unaware of the usual meaning of this expression and thought of it as an appropriate reply. Actually it’s difficult to think of an appropriate reply to “Thank you for saving my life.” “You’re welcome” seems inadequate. “No problem” seems silly.
To me it means that life is still going to have ups and downs. That it is not going to be all skipping down the garden path with a red cap and a basket. That being alive with its ups and downs is still a gift. And you still should enjoy it for all it is worth.
They mean virtually the same thing. The only slight difference is that the first sentence includes both the possibility that the life-saving just occurred or else may have happened in the past. The second sentence more definitely depicts the life-saving as having just happened.
At first glance, the two sentences did seem to say the same thing. Then I noticed that with “I am very grateful to them for saving his life,” it is possible that they are still engaged in processes that preserve his life. The other sentence, “I am very grateful that they saved his life,” is clearly gratitude now about life-saving actions completed in the past.
Please note that neither of the two sentences is a question. One question mark at the end of your question, after the last closing quote, would be correct punctuation.
It means they’re accusing you of being an arsonist. They’re afraid that your fire will kill them, ending their life. Hence you being the flame of their life.
The question reminded me of an old song - country music I think:
Burning bridges behind me
It's too late to turn back now
Burning bridges behind me
All I want is to forget you somehow.
Once you ‘burn your bridges’ you make it impossible to return to circumstances as they once were, you make it impossible - by your own action - not by any adverse event or action by others.
The meaning of the saying to which your question refers is that the impulsive, or courageous action by which you’ve made a return to previous circumstances impossible, you’ve opened up (lighted the way) towards a new and perhaps
The question reminded me of an old song - country music I think:
Burning bridges behind me
It's too late to turn back now
Burning bridges behind me
All I want is to forget you somehow.
Once you ‘burn your bridges’ you make it impossible to return to circumstances as they once were, you make it impossible - by your own action - not by any adverse event or action by others.
The meaning of the saying to which your question refers is that the impulsive, or courageous action by which you’ve made a return to previous circumstances impossible, you’ve opened up (lighted the way) towards a new and perhaps better path or circumstance, something you’d never have seen or even imagined before burning those bridges.
(Crikey, the temptation to be facetious is really, really strong…)
It is a love song. About love. About the warmth you feel inside when you are with your beloved. Probably while enjoying a candlelit moment or a frolic next to a campfire on a beach.
It’s not about having a... burning sensation down below.
Unlike this song, which is.
(Sorry.)
I personally think this song is about someone having a friend or a loved one addicted to drugs. But I also think it's about suicide and not "saving" that person from taking their life and I think it can be viewed either way. When it says
"Between the lines of fear and blame
you begin to wonder why you came."
It's between almost 10 years since its release but this song has always somehow stayed fresh in my mind. :)
People give gifts as a way of showing thoughtfulness, love and affection. When we give gifts, it brings joy or pleasure to the receiver. In addition, giving gifts is something which usually makes us feel good .. that, in my opinion, is the gift of giving, the joy & pleasure it brings to another.
I have been.
It means the person was indulging in self destructive or defeating ways.
It also references the term, “shooting one self in the foot”.
I am surprised personally that I habe a foot left or is it a paw, no maybe a hoove.
Lol
There really ARE “eternal flames” in various places, like John F. Kennedy’s grave in Arlington Cemetery. The flame there never goes out, and will burn forever.
When Susannah Hoffs wrote this song, she was using that eternal flame as a symbol for undying love.She’s asking the man she loves if he feels the same way about her.
The original meaning is positive— this is a gift that is so wonderful, every time I use it I will feel like I have just received it again; it always has something more to give to me.
But yes, sometimes the expression is used negatively or sarcastically, as Curt says— something very bad like a venereal disease “given” you would continue to “give” itself to other people.
Happy new year - ABBA
I have always thought the song is just about a new start, and of course ABBA’s blessings for all of the new years to infinity and beyond — little did I pay my attention to their song.
As I grow older, I went through a few painful breakups and situations that might only leave me with isolations, anxiety, and despair. Each time I pray for courage to face it, stand up and start all over, to accept my foolish and move on with my life.
In the very last moment of 2016, I heard of the song once again on national TV to celebrate another year coming, and I see myself so much wish to
Happy new year - ABBA
I have always thought the song is just about a new start, and of course ABBA’s blessings for all of the new years to infinity and beyond — little did I pay my attention to their song.
As I grow older, I went through a few painful breakups and situations that might only leave me with isolations, anxiety, and despair. Each time I pray for courage to face it, stand up and start all over, to accept my foolish and move on with my life.
In the very last moment of 2016, I heard of the song once again on national TV to celebrate another year coming, and I see myself so much wish to recover my hope and my will so that I shall find excitement in life. There’s one of my dear friends said to me: “Heaven is on earth baby”. And there I can totally understand the whole meaning of the song.
Especially, the ending of it now speaks to me more than ever.
“May we all have our hopes, our will to try
If we don't we might as well lay down and die
You and I.”
I want to truly live, and be happy. Sounds so simple, yet difficult, I have to, no, I must keep looking up and try.
So I promise to myself, for whatever happens, I shall find a way to hope and be the best version of me. That’s why life will so interesting to live and there’s a famous Japanese quote — “Fall down 7 times, get up 8”. Now say it with an attitude!
Metaphors are always open to interpretation so this is just mine. Burning bridges means taking actions which cannot be undone. I interpret this sentence to mean that sometimes when you have taken a step with unavoidable consequences your future course of action can become clearer because your judgement is no longer clouded by indecision. What's done is done so you can focus on your next move.
None other than the popular “Boom,boom,boom,boom!” By Vengaboys.
This song was a popular choice in almost every dance function and popular event where kids had to dance on stages. Every new year celebration in schools or colonies would see a perfectly choreographed dance by small kids on this song.
Now that I look back at the lyrics, let's just hope this boom boom has a more literal, innocent meaning to it that I don't know of yet.
Maybe the barbecue is startng on its way. Or that something is about to burn whether it is literal or not
Because gift is miracle, undefined product in it .like as your life is also a undefined life thats why we called “this life is a gift for you” ..
“Louie, Louie” from the 1960s. But I’m still in process of trying to figure out what it means…
jokes aside, I never really listened to “Have you ever seen the rain” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Just enjoyed its folk rock feel, never put the words together.
But then was hit by the punch line, “…comin' down on a sunny day”.
Apparently, its John Fogerty’s favorite song, and the meaning changed even for him. It originally referred to his bad feelings about brother Tom leaving while CCR was at its commercial zenith, but matured into a general, Enjoy life, even with bad stuff coming down around yo
“Louie, Louie” from the 1960s. But I’m still in process of trying to figure out what it means…
jokes aside, I never really listened to “Have you ever seen the rain” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Just enjoyed its folk rock feel, never put the words together.
But then was hit by the punch line, “…comin' down on a sunny day”.
Apparently, its John Fogerty’s favorite song, and the meaning changed even for him. It originally referred to his bad feelings about brother Tom leaving while CCR was at its commercial zenith, but matured into a general, Enjoy life, even with bad stuff coming down around you, because the rain leaves behind rainbows.
The phrase "the gift that keeps on giving" is used to describe something that continues to provide benefits or advantages over an extended time. It can refer to a tangible object, such as a high-quality tool or appliance, or an intangible quality or situation, such as a skill or experience. The phrase is often used in a positive way to describe something that has enduring value.
I think the phrase is more about love and learning. If you give love to another then that person keeps on getting the love feeling for a very long time.
It is more like - “give a man a fish and he eats for a day, teach him to fish and he eats every day.”
The gift of teaching someone will help that recipient forever.
It’s about people’s reaction to the televised announcement that there are five years before the end of the world.
This is the context in which Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars make their appearance.
Of course, that’s the exactly the sort of thing that wouldn’t be announced — at least, not with that much notice — because of the breakdown in law and order that would ensue.
“Presents” (pronounced as pree-zents) as used here means “writings, happenings, or other events”. So it means the message or gift is for anyone or all the people who hear, see, or experience the happenings.
🀄 Bowie is referring to The ASCENSION and the 2nd COMING of JESUS CHRIST. 🔮
🀄 Bowie is referring to The ASCENSION and the 2nd COMING of JESUS CHRIST. 🔮
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