Emerson Drive - Moments Lyrics






I was coming to the end of a long, long walk
When a man crawled out of a cardboard box
Under the E. Street Bridge
Followed me on to it
I went out halfway across
With that homeless shadow tagging along
So I dug for some change
Wouldn't need it anyway
He took it lookin' just a bit ashamed
He said, You know, I haven't always been this way

I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like that plane ride coming home from the war
That summer my son was born
And memories like a coat so warm
A cold wind can't get through
Lookin' at me now you might not know it
But I've had my moments

I stood there tryin' to find my nerve
Wondering if a single soul on Earth
Would care at all
Miss me when I'm gone
That old man just kept hanging around
Lookin' at me, lookin' down
I think he recognized
That look in my eyes
Standing with him there I felt ashamed
I said, You know, I haven't always been this way

I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like the day I walked away from the wine
For a woman who became my wife
And a love that, when it was right,
Could always see me through
Lookin' at me now you might not know it
But I've had my moments

I know somewhere 'round a trashcan fire tonight
That old man tells his story one more time
He says

I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like that cool night on the E. Street Bridge
When a young man almost ended it
I was right there, wasn't scared a bit
And I helped to pull him through
Lookin' at me now you might not know it
Oh, lookin' at me now you might not know it
But I've had my moments

I've had my moments
I've had my moments
I've had my moments





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  1. E.... F....

    This song reminds me of my dad he last lots of money friends family 2 wives and a failed fiancée he doesn’t have much but he has me and that’s the only reason he’s still here he did everything for me and that in itself is a accomplishment and I love him with my entire being.

  2. D.... P....

    This song still works.

  3. M.... B....

    i could use a homeloess shadow in my life atm.

  4. T.... T....

    Suffering suicidal thoughts is the toughest battle you ever either conquer or lose.

  5. S.... S....

    Je pense à mon frère et toi Patrick en ce jours 😘❤️

  6. R.... P....

    This song reminds me that no matter how bad things get, they will get better. I've been on suicide's doorstep. Had two people pull me back. Then a friend told me, after her attempt, all suicide does is eliminate the possibility of things getting better.

  7. S.... B....

    People need to remember this song when they pass someone on the streets... Don't ever judge ... you never walked in there shoes...

  8. L.... C....

    Amazing

  9. S.... B....

    I have my moments

  10. E.... H....

    My daughter went through a time she tried to kill her self forunly she didn't suceid and now she has a job and expecting her first baby

  11. Z.... Y....

    This song saved my life when I was depressed and down it's weird how that works as soon as I put that gun to my head I instantly thought of this song...3 years later I have an amazing wife a 2 year old daughter and a 9 month old son and couldn't be happier

    Z.... Y....

    Beautiful man so glad God intervened

    Z.... Y....

    I'm glad you're still here! 💚

    Z.... Y....

    Thank God you’re still here happy with a beautiful family, he has a plan for you. God Bless you and your family 🙏🏻

  12. C.... M....

    Thats how everyone has been making me feel extremely

  13. R.... M....

    September 26th, 2019: First country song I EVER listened to, coincidentally after my friend Michael Boatman-White took his own life after he was diagnosed with Diabetes. I never knew that this song was about suicide, but I will never forget Mike or this song. Prayers to all that have lost and continue to lose due to suicide.

  14. M.... W....

    I heard this song years ago. But only just now did I realized that the old guy stopped the young guy from committing suicide. The song takes on a whole other meaning.

  15. L.... M....

    August 24, 2019 & still love this song 💜

    L.... M....

    Leah Maloy same here

  16. A.... E....

    This is everything to me

  17. D.... T....

    I have had my moments, but i live and learn from them an i thank god im still.. above ground

  18. F.... ....

    God, I've had my moments.....

  19. E.... H....

    This song makes me cry if you listen to the words it is sad

  20. K.... B....

    We all have cherished moments. For some reason I thought maybe that's why it brought me to listen to this song.

  21. P.... J....

    Idk why I can relate to this song right now

  22. K.... M....

    One of the best groups

  23. P.... J....

    IDK why but this is my theme song

  24. T.... T....

    When he says if a single soul on earth would cure it all miss me when I'm gone is haunting to me. I think we all wonder if anyone would care when we die but we have family and others who may not know us but they do. I've been through suicidal thoughts in my life. You may look at me and not know it. Like he says but it's there. But you can get through this. Those out there who are wanting to die you can pull through ya'll you are loved by God!

  25. K.... M....

    I've had my moment however not suicide I was in a horrific car accident and no one believed I would live and I got my guidance from the other side of life and I'm here today

  26. G.... m....

    Does anyone know where I can buy this song it's not on Google play

  27. J.... R....

    i tried to kill myself in 2009 i just couldnt act like everything was ok anymore i messaged my friend to tell my mom i loved her and that she was always a great friend and ignored my phone after she got ahold of my mom and just in the nick of time. later that year my life drastically changed my Uncle Mark died and then a 2 months and 15 days later my Papa died. i met my now husband and welcomed our son on December 27th 2010. this song always reminds me that if i would have ended my life i never would have met my husband or have my son.

  28. T.... M....

    You see them everywhere, people at traffic intersections holding signs asking for help. Next time take a good look, a honest look then ask yourself just how close are you from being in their situation? There are many people out there one paycheck away from standing on a corner asking for help. Many didn't ask to be in their situation but guys, shit happens and many times its at no fault of their own. These people are hungry, cold and have nowhere to lay their heads down at night. A very long time ago I found myself in a very simular situation, hungry and wondering how could I have gotten myself into this. I was not on drugs and I didn't touch a drop of alcohol even if I could. I got myself together and am now living a very comfortable life, I was one of the lucky ones. I guess all I'm asking is next time you see them dig deep in your pocket and soul and just help them out, anything helps even the smallest amount of change in your pocked or your pocket book. The reward you will experience will be the very thought that maybe tonight that person might go to sleep that night without their stomach aching in pain of emptyness. Just a little something to think about

    T.... M....

    Tina McIntyre dude this is about a man going to commit suicide stopped by the homeless man

  29. R.... H....

    This songs about being fed the fuck up with it all. Nothing more nothing less. I got moments!! I got struggles!! Where’s my homeless guy?? Oh he sold me the heroin to get me here. Moral: Don’t trust homeless, homeless will KILL YOU!!

  30. f.... s....

    i hurt myself alot... dont end it... please... from someone who knows... itll always hurt... but you gotta do things for you... i might not be here tomorrow... but i wish someone told me those words... please live, forsomeone who might not be here... please love yourself...

    f.... s....

    I'm praying for you. I'm sorry you're going through whatever it is that hurts you.

    f.... s....

    Bitch man up

  31. S.... ....

    Ok I had the weirdest thing happened to my dream so Justin Bever came and thought my class then he went to the lunch break and this song started playing. The raideo was off like OMG

  32. B.... ....

    I love this song.

  33. B.... A....

    this song is the most HONEST Song about HOMELESSness in this Country...this is for FRAGILE

  34. A.... O....

    🙏🏾💙🙏🏾💙

  35. T.... M....

    Such a touching song

  36. R.... C....

    Amazing song

  37. c.... l....

    i heard this on the radio the other day and cant stop listening to it

  38. T.... b....

    Song makes me wanna shit a log down the creek

  39. R.... R....

    This was played at a friend's celebration the entire room broke into song .

  40. P.... R....

    This song is made by my math teachers brother 😂 I love it, she introduced us to the song today. Small world

  41. E.... D....

    like the guy in this song I'm coming to the end of my long walk. i remember when i had my moments and they all are centered around the love of my life. she was taken 3 years ago and its finally time to go home.

  42. W.... B....

    Just recently lost my dog this pass year in July he died on July 18th in my arms rest in peace Rufus you'll be missed and we'll always love u hope ur in a better place R. I. P little buddy

    W.... B....

    Wesley Borton Sorry for your loss😞😢

  43. m.... p....

    I love this song because my best friend was listening to this song and she decided not to kill herself

  44. h.... ....

    This song has helped me pull through a lot of stumps. Acholic issues Suicidal Thoughts drug issues. There is always help out don't be a shamed to ask or help someone out or try to get the help.

  45. T.... ....

    The typed lyrics looks like it never had it's moments

  46. j.... i....

    😢 God help me I'm lost 💔

    j.... i....

    Hi jojo. How are you now?

    j.... i....

    Scott Baxter the same 😞

    j.... i....

    want to talk?

    j.... i....

    Sorry. I didn't see your reply until now. I've never commented on YouTube before.

    j.... i....

    Scott Baxter its okay don't worry ....

  47. M.... F....

    Emerson Drive should be much more recognized. In my eyes, they're iconic. I love their music so much. It's so moving and meaningful, especially this song. I literally get choked up every time I hear it, no matter my mood.

  48. M.... T....

    I truly believe that God sent the homeless guy to talk to that man out of suicide. 💕

    M.... T....

    .... You do realize this is just a song right

    M.... T....

    I wish god would send someone like that into my life i cant take much more

    M.... T....

    He sent Jesus Christ into your life. Believe him. Trust him. He loves you.

    M.... T....

    @christa letcher Chris is right. He sent Jesus. Cling to what is good. Cry out to Him. "For God SO LOVED the world, He sent his one and only begotten Son. That whoever believes in Him shall not perish but HAS ETERNAL LIFE." -John 3:16 When you don't believe, you're already condemned. Rest in His peace. Truly trust Him. He will reveal Himself to you. He died for you. He loves you, Christa, individually. He knows the hairs on your head. Don't give up hope. Again, cling to what is good. God is good. All the time ♡ Love and Shalom

    M.... T....

    christa letcher I’m here for you! Whatever you need!!

  49. A.... D....

    I lost my best friends yesterday

  50. B.... G....

    I love this song! And it sure does bring back memories

  51. B.... T....

    2:53 until the end is the best part of the song.

    B.... T....

    Brandon Tuttle is

  52. E.... S....

    love the song

  53. B.... T....

    This song never fails to give me goosebumps.

    B.... T....

    Brandon Tuttle I always tear up at the end!

    B.... T....

    me too:(

  54. S.... R....

    my best friend recently died. this was one of his favorite songs. it helps me remeber him

    S.... R....

    AWESOME song...lost my bestest friend, confident,..half my world..I love U Momma...I'm trying to hold us 3 siblings 2gether....it's hard...

    S.... R....

    @Sheran Shrawder you got it sweetheart keep pushing through the devil is a liar! Glory to God

    S.... R....

    Sean Ray I lost my buddy Trey Frazier Back in July of 2017 this is now 2020

  55. P.... ....

    this song it's like losing someone you care about

  56. M.... L....

    Great Song!

  57. M.... N....

    the worst thing a teenager can do is be there when your mom take her last breathe holding your hand. I really do miss you mom i hope heaven is treating you right...

    M.... N....

    It's really though being there when your family passes away, isn't it? I lost my great grandparents in 2012 and 2013. It was 4 years for my grandpa on August 5th, and it'll be 3 years for my grandma on December 27th. As someone who took care of them when their health began declining, I can say you're right; It's very very hard. And it hurts to be there, watching them. But there's a couple things everyone needs to remember:
    1., They can feel you there. They find peace in knowing you're there with them.
    And 2., It hurts being there, yes, but if you're not, you may come to regret it for the rest of your life.
    Be strong, my friend. People need you.
    Wishing you well. :) <3

    M.... N....

    Mae Nelson My mom passed 832am 8/2/14, I was at work and no one told me because they didn't want me to have a bad day at work. I would've much rather been at her side as she took her last breaths. Anyway...I'm sorry for your loss, it really doesn't get easier as time goes on either.

    M.... N....

    I'm sorry to all of you 😭

  58. J.... H....

    My dad sent me here. Great song! I love you Dad!

  59. D.... H....

    Lyric Corrections needed! "He Took it looking just a bit ashamed" / "wondered if a single soul on Earth would care at all"

    D.... H....

    dont be that guy man

    D.... H....

    What guy? The guy who likes lyric videos to be accurate? Is that such a bad guy to be?

    D.... H....

    I'm siding with Drew on this one. Butchered lyrics are annoying.

    D.... H....

    Drew you're good bro. Lyric corrections are needed. Don't know why Jordan is hurt by you noticing the corrections.

    D.... H....

    Jake Watson Because it takes so long to make a lyric video that sometimes you make mistakes.. besides if you already know the lyrics, why are you watching a lyric video?

  60. P.... C....

    Who is watching this on March 31 or in April of 2016

  61. M.... B....

    just the song I needed...my husband died in my arms Jan 16 2016 to those that reads comments plz don't take anyone for granted

    M.... B....

    I lost the love of my life 3 months ago and I agree anyone who reads this dont let petty arguements and dumb stuff mess up your love it's precious and you become a different person when you loose it I know it seems like you can live without it but it really really sucks and you dont get over it

    M.... B....

    Mary Baldwin amen

    M.... B....

    God bless you

    M.... B....

    God Bless you and your family

    M.... B....

    Dear Mary, it's coming up on 4 years now.... I hope the years that have passed have eased the pain, sorrow and burden you have felt. I pray God has sent comfort your way. To heal.... To live... To love....
    I still have my wife , but I fear she may not have me much longer. I have cancer. Well, I did, and they fixed me.... But I'm having the same symptoms I had when the first found the tumor. After 3 years, I'm afraid o might have cancer/tumor growing in my kidney. With all that I've been through in life, and at my age, I would be content with just letting it take me.... But I have a wife and kids.... So I gotta keep fighting, for them . I'm the sole financial provider . I often worry about my wife and kids and how they will live, after I'm gone. My youngest is only 3 and I really don't think I'll make it to his graduation. ☹️ Working in the petroleum industry and being a fireman have pretty much taken a toll on me and my body. I'm just hanging in there....
    The whole point to my rambling can be summed up in 4 letters... LOVE. ....
    See, I get up every day and work to provide for my family because I love them. I try to stay in good health so that I can be there for them as they grow, because I love them.... And they love me.....
    You love your husband. He loves you deeply as well...... So for him, you've GOT to live and love again. Be happy. Feel happiness, joy, and laughter..... It's what your husband wants.... Because he loves you......and you should do these things, because you live him and you know that's what he would want.......
    I hope you read this. I hope this finds you in a better place....
    For all these things, I pray......

  62. G.... S....

    beautifull😊

  63. K.... J....

    their best song

  64. S.... T....

    it took me so long to realize the old man, who was homeless, saved the guys life. The He realized after seeing the homeless man he had a lot more than he thought he did, and decided it wasnt worth it, their are people who are alive and have it a lot worse but they push through. This message is beautiful.

    S.... T....

    Shanya Taylor Hanson Well that and the old man talked to him. Honestly all most suicidal people need is just to know someone cares and someone to talk to.

    S.... T....

    @Dakota M It helps

    S.... T....

    Shanya Taylor Hanson exactly

    S.... T....

    Shanya Taylor Hanson beautiful song. Has been and will be. Beautiful share Shanya

  65. T.... S....

    When I hear this song today (I so badly want to perform it as a cover song to maybe help someone else who is in their dark place) ... it so reminds me that I should be thankful for LIFE and to never give up hope ...
    When I was in my dark place for the second time (a few weeks ago & within the last 4 years) I have hit rock bottom with losing all my material processions and my 2nd marriage, no job, trying to survive day to day with still no hope on the horizon. I have to remember how I felt when my dad was killed while performing his job, that I would never wish the pain & emptiness that I felt when I was 9 Years Old & that is what helps me from committing the sin that is not forgiven. I have a long road to recovery & I ask for anyone willing to pray for me to please do so, thank you.

    T.... S....

    stay strong

    T.... S....

    Thank you Mary !!

    T.... S....

    +Thomas Sigmon you so welcome....that's strange I was listening to song missing my husband that passed last month

    T.... S....

    Thomas Sigmon life is very hard n sad 😭💔place

    T.... S....

    Praying for you still, brother! Love and Shalom in Jesus ♡

  66. B.... F....

    Looove this song brings back memoriies 😪

  67. P.... ....

    I always listened to this song when I was a kid I'd call the radio station and have them play this song almost every day and then I heard it now on the radio again and I was so happy because I heard this again! I love this song so much!

  68. C.... M....

    This song, I have loved since I was a kid and listening to Pandora today it came on and man, it brought back memories. I love this song

  69. H.... G....

    One of my favourite Emerson drive song :) I preformed this song at my grad party a couple years ago.

  70. K.... S....

    When it's like "The day I walked away from the wine, for a woman who became my wife"
    I always think of Dionysius. I know he never actually gave up wine bit still....

  71. t.... r....

    sad but beautiful.

  72. M.... C....

    This song almost made me cry

  73. S.... R....

    One Of My Favorite Songs By Them <3

  74. b.... B....

    This is such a beautiful song!

  75. m.... c....

    another   song   that   I  love!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  76. n.... a....

    its a single soul on earth......your welcome

    n.... a....

    You're*

    n.... a....

    @bigstud327 nice!

  77. D.... S....

    yea........ 0-------o

  78. M.... ....

    great song. great message.

  79. S.... M....

    I never realized what was actually said in the last chorus. I never realized the guy was going to commit suicide.

    S.... M....

    Sam Michaels I've been listening to this song for many years and until your comment, I never realized, either. wow...thank you.

    S.... M....

    It's just one of the many interesting things you'll learn about love. I'm
    only 23 and have experienced all areas in the circle of love. It teaches
    you things. You're welcome :)

    Branden StoneChild

    S.... M....

    What did you think he was going to do walking onto the bridge lol

    S.... M....

    That's the most disrespectful thing I have ever heard.

    S.... M....

    Wow really... you guys must be way more optimistic than i... as soon as he said he wouldnt need his change i knew what was up

  80. D.... I....

    Just FYI-At the 1:38 mark-They don't say 
    Wonderin if that same old sould on earth world cure it all 

    They say 
    Wondering if a SINGLE SOUL ON EARTH WOULD CARE AT ALL
    MISS ME WHEN I'M GONE. 

    It makes more sense the way it was written. just wanted you to know. 

  81. e.... R....

    www.roblox.com playzzzz it it's fun :D

  82. e.... R....

    Awesome song c:

  83. j.... w....

    He's,saying that even homeless,can still. have, a heart. They can,have a family,a life,and the should get the same reason,to live just like us! So,next time you go and be rude to homeless,think before you do it!!!!!!

  84. J.... P....

    This is one of the reasons we're put on this earth was to make difference and help others out around us :)

  85. E.... ....

    Everyone is important, and everyone can make a difference in somebody else's life. I don't think I that truly understood that until now.

  86. D.... S....

    i finally understand what this means

  87. a.... ....

    This is one of my.childhood songs...listening to it now I finally understand it. Brought tears to my eyes. I sang this song 24/7 when I was little.

  88. R.... T....

    I have grown up with this song.best cou.y

  89. d.... ....

    yes I am attached to this song. I can relate.

  90. l.... f....

    Used to listen to this song all the time when I was little.....finally understand the lyrics

  91. P.... N....

    This is how I feel right now

  92. A.... G....

    This song is so sad. it makes me want 2 cry. I love it a lot though.

  93. M.... D....

    This s the best song

  94. M.... ....

    farmer boy

  95. G.... F....

    You do realize that the "young man" was the "youth of time" and he was about to commit sucicide