With its ethereal soundscape and deeply personal lyrics, “The First Time” invites listeners into a contemplative space where the protagonist grapples with the weight of past mistakes while yearning for a reconnection with lost innocence. The song’s opening lines set the tone for this introspective journey, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time, reminiscent of the Prodigal Son's initial carefree days before his reckless departure.
He often highlights the significance of the father’s unwavering love and the son’s eventual return as emblematic of forgiveness and acceptance. “The First Time” embodies this transformative experience, illustrating how love can serve as both a sanctuary and a source of pain.
"The First Time" song lyrics meaning U2
I have a lover, a lover like no other
She got soul soul soul, sweet soul
And she teach me how to sing
Shows me colours when there's none to see
Gives me hope when I can't believe
But for the first time I feel love
I have a brother when I'm a brother in need
I spend my whole time running
He spends his running after me
I feel myself goin' down
I just call and he comes around
But for the first time I feel love
My father is a rich man, he wears a rich man's cloak
Gave me the keys to his kingdom coming
Gave me a cup of gold
He said 'I have many mansions
And there are many rooms to see'
But I left by the back door
And I threw away the key
And I threw away the key
Yeah, I threw away the key
Yeah, I threw away the key
For the first time
For the first time
For the first time I feel love
She got soul soul soul, sweet soul
And she teach me how to sing
Shows me colours when there's none to see
Gives me hope when I can't believe
But for the first time I feel love
I have a brother when I'm a brother in need
I spend my whole time running
He spends his running after me
I feel myself goin' down
I just call and he comes around
But for the first time I feel love
My father is a rich man, he wears a rich man's cloak
Gave me the keys to his kingdom coming
Gave me a cup of gold
He said 'I have many mansions
And there are many rooms to see'
But I left by the back door
And I threw away the key
And I threw away the key
Yeah, I threw away the key
Yeah, I threw away the key
For the first time
For the first time
For the first time I feel love
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