"There's a line between who you were and who you are - and you're walking it every single day"
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Story behind the song
"A Line" is a contemplative exploration of boundaries both the ones we draw to protect ourselves and the ones we cross to reach others. The track centers on a minimalist acoustic guitar motif that slowly weaves in atmospheric textures, creating a sense of intimate storytelling. It captures the tension of standing on the edge of a decision, blending the organic warmth of indie-folk with a modern, spacious production style.
The 'Movements':
1. The Threshold (0:00 1:12)
The song opens with a delicate, repetitive guitar line that feels like a heartbeat. This section establishes the "line" in question, focusing on the internal monologue and the hesitation before moving forward.
2. The Crossing (1:13 2:34)
The arrangement expands as subtle synth pads and light percussion enter. This represents the physical or emotional act of crossing the boundary, where the lyrics shift from observation to action.
3. The Horizon (2:35 3:45)
The track reaches its emotional peak with layered vocals and a fuller rhythmic drive. The "line" is no longer a barrier but a path, leading to a sense of clarity and open space.
"A Line" was written during a period of transition when I felt like I was stuck between two versions of myself. It’s a song for anyone who has ever hesitated at the edge of something big.
Lyrics and concept by Ward C Locke. Music produced using Suno AI.
Lyrics
Wake up in the middle of the night
There's someone in the mirror I used to know
Got that look like they've been waiting
For an answer I still don't have
About how we made it this far alone
All those stories that we told ourselves
Just to make it through another day
Some of them kept us breathing
Some of them locked us away
Now I'm sorting through the wreckage
Trying to find what's real
Yeah, trying to find what's real
There's a line between who you were and who you are
And you're walking it every single day
Some days you're still that frightened kid
Some days you're strong enough to stand
Most days you're somewhere in the middle
Still figuring it out
They say it gets easier with time
But that's not really what you need to hear
The question is: does it get honest?
Can you stop pretending
That the weight was never there?
The past doesn't just disappear
It just learns to speak a little softer
And the voice that used to scream
Might finally sound like someone
You could trust
There's a line between who you were and who you are
And you're walking it every single day
Some days you're still that frightened kid
Some days you're strong enough to stand
Most days you're somewhere in the middle
Still figuring it out
There's a line between who you were and who you are
And you're walking it every single day
Some days you're still that frightened kid
Some days you're strong enough to stand
Most days you're somewhere in the middle
Yeah, somewhere in the middle
Still figuring it out
The mirror's empty now
But you know they'll be back
And maybe next time
You'll have better answers
Or maybe you'll just listen
