I think about those better days
I didn’t know these evil ways
Love and hate and jealousy
Came and got the best of me
Late at night I lie in bed
And fight the fight inside my head
I think it’s time to put it down
Get myself back on the ground
Oh no
Oh no
This ain’t what I came here for
I’m goin’ up on the mountain
Up on the hill
Lay down by the river
Let the water be still
I’ll open my eyes
And see what I see
I got to find out
What is you
And what is me
I used to know how to feel
Somethin’ tells me this ain’t real
On the phone ain’t nothin’ said
It’s off the hook the line is dead
Things you want the things you need
I ain’t got and ain’t guaranteed
I’m breakin’ loose it’s building up
And I can’t leave here soon enough
Oh no
Oh no
This ain’t what I came here for
I’m goin’ up on the mountain
Up on the hill
Lay down by the river
Let the water be still
I’ll open my eyes
And see what I see
I got to find out
What is you
And what is me… eee… eee… eee…
Oh no… oh no
Oh no… oh no
This ain’t what I came here for
I’m goin’ up on the mountain
Up on the hill
Lay down by the river
Let the water be still
I’ll open my eyes
And see what I see
I got to find out
What is you
And what is me
Seeking Redemption and Self-Discovery
“Up On A Mountain” by Aerosmith takes listeners on a reflective journey marked by struggle, introspection, and the longing for clarity. The lyrics paint a picture of someone wrestling with personal demons—love, hate, jealousy—and yearning for a return to better days. The mountain and river imagery symbolize the search for peace and self-understanding, suggesting a retreat from chaos to find solace and perspective. The refrain, “This ain’t what I came here for,” underscores the sense of disillusionment and the desire to break free from destructive patterns. Ultimately, the song is about confronting inner turmoil and seeking a reset to rediscover what truly matters.
Song Credits
Artist: Aerosmith
Songwriters: Not specified
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