Comeback Story | Kings of Leon (USA) Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

Comeback Story
Kings of Leon (USA) Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴Picking up the pieces in the world I know
With one in the fire and one in the snow
It's a comeback story of a lifetime
A comeback story of a lifetime

Bent on believing everything is alright
I break with the day and I've been with the night
It's a comeback story of a lifetime

A comeback story of a lifetime

I walk a mile in your shoes
And now I'm a mile away
And I've got your shoes/

The brighter the lights they're burning me out
Everyone says it's a lovely sound
I don't know where they are leaving me
Trying my best, hoping that you'll see

I walk a mile in your shoes
And now I'm a mile away
And I've got your

I walk a mile in your shoes
Now I'm a mile away
And I've got your shoes/

You'll rue the day when you understand
I did my best to be an honest man
Race isn't over to the finish line
It's a comeback story of a lifetime

I walk a mile in your shoes
And now I'm a mile away
And I've got your shoes

Now I'm a mile away

And I've got your shoes
Now I'm a mile away


Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kings of Leon's song "Comeback Story" appear to describe a journey of redemption and renewal. The singer seems to be picking up the pieces of his life, perhaps after a difficult or traumatic experience, with one foot in the fire and the other in the snow - symbolizing the contrast between passion and adversity. The repetition of the line "it's a comeback story of a lifetime" underscores the idea that the singer is determined to overcome whatever obstacles are in his path and emerge victorious.


The second verse hints at inner turmoil as the singer is "bent on believing everything is alright," despite being haunted by the darkness of night. The brighter the lights, the more they burn him out - indicating that success or fame may have come at a cost. However, he continues to "try his best, hoping that you'll see," suggesting that he is striving to make a meaningful connection with someone.


Line by Line Meaning

Picking up the pieces in the world I know
Starting to rebuild their life in the familiar surroundings they've always known


With one in the fire and one in the snow
With one foot in a difficult situation and one in the opposite, they continue on their journey


It's a comeback story of a lifetime
Their story of success after a tumultuous experience is incredibly inspiring and unique


Bent on believing everything is alright
Determined to stay in a positive mindset despite any negative circumstances


I break with the day and I've been with the night
Their emotions are tumultuous, going from highs to lows throughout the day and the night


I walk a mile in your shoes
Putting themselves in someone else's position to gain a better understanding of them


And now I'm a mile away
Having gone through a similar experience, they feel they have gained some distance and perspective


And I've got your shoes/
They have metaphorically stepped into the other person's life and have a better understanding of what it was like for them


The brighter the lights they're burning me out
The more attention and success they receive, the more exhausting it becomes for them


Everyone says it's a lovely sound
Despite their struggles, others are still charmed by their success and music


I don't know where they are leaving me
Feeling uncertain about how their newfound success will affect them in the future


Trying my best, hoping that you'll see
Continuing to put in effort and hoping that others will understand their perspective


You'll rue the day when you understand
Others may regret their previous actions or not fully comprehend the depth of the singer's experience


I did my best to be an honest man
They have tried to stay true to themselves and their values throughout their journey


Race isn't over to the finish line
The journey is ongoing, and it's important to persevere and not give up in the face of obstacles


Now I'm a mile away
Having gone through the struggles mentioned earlier, they feel like they have gained some distance and perspective


And I've got your shoes
Having put themselves in someone else's position, they now have a better understanding of what that person went through


Now I'm a mile away
The singer has come a long way since their initial struggles, and has gained more perspective and strength


Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: CALEB FOLLOWILL, JARED FOLLOWILL, MATTHEW FOLLOWILL, NATHAN FOLLOWILL

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