Someone To You (Stripped)

In 'Someone To You (Stripped),' Banners delves into the universal human desire for connection and significance. The song opens with a poignant declaration: 'I don't wanna die or fade away, I just wanna be someone.' This line sets the tone for the entire piece, highlighting a deep-seated fear of insignificance and a longing to leave a mark on someone's life. The repetition of 'I just wanna be someone' underscores this yearning, making it clear that the desire for recognition and connection is a fundamental part of the human experience.

As the song progresses, Banners introduces the idea of guidance and support in relationships. Lines like 'I wanna be the one you're guiding' and 'I believe that you could lead the way' suggest a mutual dependency, where both individuals in the relationship play crucial roles in each other's lives. This mutual support is further emphasized in the chorus, where the artist expresses a need to be 'somebody to someone.' The repetition of this phrase not only reinforces the theme of connection but also conveys a sense of urgency and desperation.

The imagery in the song is both vivid and evocative. References to the Sun, sky, and clouds create a backdrop that mirrors the emotional landscape of the lyrics. For instance, 'if the Sun's upset and the sky goes cold' and 'if the clouds get heavy and start to fall' symbolize moments of despair and hardship. In these moments, the need for someone to lean on becomes even more pronounced. The song's closing lines, 'The kingdom come, the rise, the fall, the setting Sun above it all,' encapsulate the cyclical nature of life and the enduring need for human connection through all its phases. Ultimately, 'Someone To You (Stripped)' is a heartfelt exploration of the desire to be meaningful to someone else, to be a guiding light in their darkest moments, and to find solace in mutual support.