The Left Side Of Everywhere
Sleeping With Sirens
Embracing Love and Overcoming Fear: The Journey in 'The Left Side Of Everywhere'
In 'The Left Side Of Everywhere,' Sleeping With Sirens delves into the profound emotions of love, fear, and self-discovery. The song opens with the narrator expressing a deep sense of falling in love, highlighting the transformative power of this emotion. The lyrics, 'I'm falling, I'm falling so in love with how you are to me,' suggest a profound appreciation for the partner's influence on the narrator's life. This love is so powerful that it compels the narrator to strive to be a better person, as indicated by the line, 'For you I would give anything, try and be a man.'
The song also explores the theme of overcoming fear and embracing the future. The repeated lines, 'Now that we have the world in front of us, we're never turning back,' signify a commitment to moving forward despite uncertainties. This forward momentum is contrasted with the narrator's acknowledgment of past struggles and fears, as seen in the lines, 'So many times I fall, I'm falling, I fall apart.' The song encourages facing fears head-on, questioning, 'What are you scared of? What are you running from?' This introspection leads to a realization that there is no turning back, and the only way is forward.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of belief and commitment. The narrator's declaration, 'How could we ever not believe?' underscores the necessity of faith in oneself and the relationship. The song concludes with a powerful affirmation of love and hope for the future, 'I love the thought of a forever and what this all could mean. You're the only good thing left in me.' This line encapsulates the essence of the song, portraying love as a guiding force that brings clarity and purpose to life.