Take me out to see the stars I been dying to
Past few weeks I’ve given my last ounce of trying too
And everything I wanna say is always on the tip of my tongue tied, twisted tongue
Like how I miss my old friends and the blood rush of being young
And I’m just gonna be honest for the first time in a while
I miss the way her home smelled, her southern accent, the way she made me smile
But now I’m coming home all alone tired to my bones, country roads treat me fair
I haven’t even the seen the gravestone that I paid to have placed there
He said, “Son don’t you miss that southern sun keeping you warm
Before you ever sang a word and the lines of liars formed ”
But those cicadas in the back acres, are waiting on you
And every damn word of the bird hunter still rings true
It’s kind of hard finding God once you get sober
I know I’m not a good man, but I know I’m one step closer
You seem to know me so well now that I’m doing okay
But I heard silence on the phone when you heard me struggle yesterday
Yeah, I heard silence on the phone when you heard me struggle yesterday
Won’t you take me out to see the stars I been dying to
The past few weeks I’ve given my last ounce of trying to
Everything I wanna say is always on the tip of my tied up twisted tongue
Like how I miss my old friends, and the blood rush of being young
Longing, Loss, and the Weight of Memory
“Sunday Afternoon” by Zach Bryan is a heartfelt meditation on nostalgia, loss, and the ache of growing older. The lyrics capture a deep yearning for connection and simplicity, as the narrator expresses a desire to escape and rekindle the feelings and friendships of youth. Introspective lines like “everything I wanna say is always on the tip of my tongue tied, twisted tongue” reveal a struggle with vulnerability and unspoken emotions. Memories of loved ones, the comfort of a familiar home, and the pain of distance are woven throughout the song, painting a vivid portrait of someone trying to find peace in the aftermath of change.
Searching for Meaning and Redemption
Bryan delves into themes of faith and personal growth, acknowledging the difficulties of seeking solace and understanding after hardship. The lines about sobriety and the silence met during moments of struggle highlight the isolation that often accompanies personal transformation. Yet, through this vulnerability, there is a sense of hope and a search for redemption, making “Sunday Afternoon” resonate deeply with listeners who have faced their own trials.
Song Credits
- Artist: Zach Bryan
- Songwriter: Zach Bryan