Explore the complex dynamics of selflessness versus self-care in 'The Balancing Act'. This poignant song delves into the internal struggle of choosing between helping others and prioritizing one's own needs, highlighting the emotional tug-of-war that many face in life.
Verse 1:
In the shadow of the giving tree,
Where the leaves whisper my name,
I hear the echoes of the needy,
Crying softly, pleading for a change.
Chorus:
But am I lost in their reflection,
Or can I find my way back home?
This balancing act is a confession,
Between the world and the heart alone.
Verse 2:
I see their eyes, the weight they carry,
In a world that’s sometimes cold and stark,
While my own dreams feel a bit too scary,
Lost in the fog, they barely spark.
Chorus:
But am I lost in their reflection,
Or can I find my way back home?
This balancing act is a confession,
Between the world and the heart alone.
Bridge:
And the scales will tremble,
With every choice I make,
Will the kindness I remember,
Bring me solace or just heartache?
Verse 3:
In a moment of clarity,
Can I lift us all from the ground?
Or do I cling to my own serenity,
Afraid to let my heart be found?
Chorus:
But am I lost in their reflection,
Or can I find my way back home?
This balancing act is a confession,
Between the world and the heart alone.
Outro:
In the dance of give and take,
Will I choose to stay or break?
In the balancing act, I see,
The choice is always part of me.
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The song is about how to decide what's the best thing to do - help others or help yourself.
Peter Hammill