As We Are

Kongos' song "As We Are" delves into the complexities and challenges of understanding and expressing love. The lyrics suggest that while we often claim to love, we may not fully grasp what it means or how to genuinely express it. The line "We say we love but don't know how" encapsulates this struggle, highlighting a common human experience of feeling disconnected from the true essence of love. The song acknowledges the efforts and failures in trying to reach a deeper understanding, as seen in the lines "Oh, we've tried, at times we've lied, but few have known, and fewer have shown." This suggests that despite our attempts, genuine expressions of love are rare and often misunderstood.

The song also touches on the idea of learning and sharing wisdom about love. The repeated lines "What I'm trying to show you is something that I was shown" and "What I'm trying to tell you is something I was told" indicate a transmission of knowledge and experience. However, the difficulty in truly comprehending and feeling this wisdom is emphasized with the lines "But it's so hard to see and it's so hard to feel." This reflects the elusive nature of love and the challenge of internalizing and manifesting it in our lives.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics suggest that the journey to understanding love begins within ourselves. The line "It's said we must look within" points to introspection as a key to unlocking the mysteries of love. The song concludes with a hopeful message, encouraging listeners to reach high and strive for a deeper understanding, with the belief that someday we will discover what love truly is. This introspective and philosophical approach to love invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the ways in which they can grow and connect more authentically with others.