My father and I have a very macho relationship. We don't say "I love you" to each other and it became more impossible after my mom passed away. My wife and I saw this on American Idol and it brought me to tears. Called my dad the next day and booked a flight to Union City Ca to see him. He is 70 years old, it's now or regret it later.
First time I heard this I had to call my dad just to check in and see how he's doing. Such a great performance and he has a voice that really fits in with what's trending in music right now I wish him well
All men deserve a good cry most of us hardly ever do , we're just to tough . Thanks man this opened the flood gates for sure much needed . Love all those near and far God speed to all .
I heard this beautiful song before and I heard it again when my cousin Nisha play it at my dad funeral and I sang a little bit to my baby brother and mum, so thank you Iam Tongi for being an idol and an inspiration to all of us around the world in a kind way -Tana Ngakoti from New Zealand
These lyrics convey a complex and deeply emotional scene between two men, likely a son and his father on the father's deathbed. Here's a breakdown of the main themes: Acceptance and Farewell: The singer understands that time is short ("the time has gone"). There's no space left for unresolved anger or recrimination. He offers a quiet, final expression of love ("tell you I love you once more") and tenderness ("folded your clothes on the chair"). The core of the song is a peaceful goodbye, emphasizing they are "two grown men" moving on from a likely complex relationship. Reconciliation Without Forgiveness: There's a strong undercurrent of pain and unresolved hurt ("I know your mistakes and you know mine"). The repeated "no need to forgive, no need to forget" emphasizes that forgiveness is not a factor, but neither is forgetting. They acknowledge past hurts without absolving each other. Role Reversal: The line "it's my turn to chase the monsters away" powerfully suggests the son is now the protector. The son soothing the father's fear mirrors the dynamic of childhood, but with the roles now reversed. The son taking responsibility for making the father proud reveals a lingering need for validation and approval, despite acknowledging their flawed relationship. Ambiguous Relationship: The lines "I'm not your son, you're not my father" might be literal (adoption, stepfather, etc.) or metaphorical. Metaphorically, it emphasizes a chosen disconnect: they won't pretend to fit the ideal father-son dynamic. This might signal a strained or abusive past.
This has to be the next song I'm going to learn to play on my guitar. This home very hard with me. I lost my dad almost 30 years ago but it still feels like yesterday.
My father and I have a very macho relationship. We don't say "I love you" to each other and it became more impossible after my mom passed away. My wife and I saw this on American Idol and it brought me to tears. Called my dad the next day and booked a flight to Union City Ca to see him. He is 70 years old, it's now or regret it later.
First time I heard this I had to call my dad just to check in and see how he's doing. Such a great performance and he has a voice that really fits in with what's trending in music right now I wish him well
This song crushes me in a way no other song does.
Lionel after he says "We're just 2 grown men saying goodbye." 😢❤
I'm a hyper active guy that hardly ever cries but this guy makes me drop to the floor soaked in tears the 3 times a day I listen to him
All men deserve a good cry most of us hardly ever do , we're just to tough . Thanks man this opened the flood gates for sure much needed . Love all those near and far God speed to all .
Miss you daddy bless this man singing 🙏🏽
Such a gorgeous voice from a beautiful soul.
This song brings me to tears everytime I hear it.
There are no words! BEAUTIFUL!
I have chased many things in life but all i want is to be a father as good as my own
Wow... absolutely phenominal.
Just beautiful ❤❤❤
He could sing this song 1000 times more he will never sing it as well as he did during this audition. This one really came from the soul
I don't even know what to do, I just started crying really hard.
This reminds me of my dad, who I lost last year. I miss him so much 😢
I heard this beautiful song before and I heard it again when my cousin Nisha play it at my dad funeral and I sang a little bit to my baby brother and mum, so thank you Iam Tongi for being an idol and an inspiration to all of us around the world in a kind way -Tana Ngakoti from New Zealand
Beautiful
These lyrics convey a complex and deeply emotional scene between two men, likely a son and his father on the father's deathbed. Here's a breakdown of the main themes:
Acceptance and Farewell:
The singer understands that time is short ("the time has gone"). There's no space left for unresolved anger or recrimination.
He offers a quiet, final expression of love ("tell you I love you once more") and tenderness ("folded your clothes on the chair").
The core of the song is a peaceful goodbye, emphasizing they are "two grown men" moving on from a likely complex relationship.
Reconciliation Without Forgiveness:
There's a strong undercurrent of pain and unresolved hurt ("I know your mistakes and you know mine").
The repeated "no need to forgive, no need to forget" emphasizes that forgiveness is not a factor, but neither is forgetting. They acknowledge past hurts without absolving each other.
Role Reversal:
The line "it's my turn to chase the monsters away" powerfully suggests the son is now the protector. The son soothing the father's fear mirrors the dynamic of childhood, but with the roles now reversed.
The son taking responsibility for making the father proud reveals a lingering need for validation and approval, despite acknowledging their flawed relationship.
Ambiguous Relationship:
The lines "I'm not your son, you're not my father" might be literal (adoption, stepfather, etc.) or metaphorical.
Metaphorically, it emphasizes a chosen disconnect: they won't pretend to fit the ideal father-son dynamic. This might signal a strained or abusive past.
A very in-depth analysis. Good job
Awesome, good job. Many blessings, to you and your family.
Powerful 🖤🤍💪🏿💯
You know that scene in big daddy where everyone in the court room calls their dads and tell them they love them ? This got that effect
It's hurts because the judges are trying their best not to cry
❤this happens when you sing with all your heart and soul!
This has to be the next song I'm going to learn to play on my guitar. This home very hard with me. I lost my dad almost 30 years ago but it still feels like yesterday.
Any fellow men out there cry, too?
We all did man❤
Que hermoso
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Holy F
Super sad
Christ.
I boohooed when I watched this 😢