Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise
Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise

The Avett Brothers - Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise Lyrics

Exploring themes of existential struggle and personal agency, this song juxtaposes darkness with an illuminating quest for truth. The lyrics delve into the confusion and fear stemming from societal impositions on morality and identity, highlighting the… Read more

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Sep 4, 2012
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Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise Lyrics

There's a darkness upon me that's flooded in light
In the fine print they tell me what's wrong and what's right
And it comes in black and it comes in white
And I'm frightened by those that don't see it

When nothing is owed or deserved or expected
And your life doesn't change by the man that's elected
If you're loved by someone, you're never rejected
Decide what to be and go be it

There was a dream and one day I could see it
Like a bird in a cage I broke in
And demanded that somebody free it
And there was a kid with a head full of doubt
So I'll scream 'til I die
And the last of those bad thoughts are finally out

There's a darkness upon you that's flooded in light
And in the fine print they tell you what's wrong and what's right
And it flies by day and it flies by night
And I'm frightened by those who don't see it

There was a dream and one day I could see it
Like a bird in a cage I broke in
And demanded that somebody free it
And there was a kid with a head full of doubt
So I'll scream til I die
And the last of those bad thoughts are finally out

There was a dream and one day I could see it
Like a bird in a cage I broke in
And demanded that somebody free it
And there was a kid with a head full of doubt
So I'll scream 'til I die
And the last of those bad thoughts are finally out

There's a darkness upon me that's flooded in light
In the fine print they tell me what's wrong and what's right
There's a darkness upon me that's flooded in light
And I'm frightened by those who don't see it

Writer(s): Robert Crawford, Scott Avett, Timothy Avett
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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What is the Meaning of Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise?

Exploring themes of existential struggle and personal agency, this song juxtaposes darkness with an illuminating quest for truth. The lyrics delve into the confusion and fear stemming from societal impositions on morality and identity, highlighting the arbitrary nature of such constructs ("In the fine print they tell me what's wrong and what's right"). It emphasizes the importance of self-determination in a world where external validation is fleeting ("Decide what to be and go be it"). The recurring metaphor of a "bird in a cage" symbolizes the innate human desire for freedom and authenticity, while the persistent "head full of doubt" represents internal conflicts that must be overcome through resolute action ("I'll scream 'til I die / And the last of those bad thoughts are finally out"). Ultimately, the song champions individual empowerment amidst pervasive uncertainty.

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