Just me, the porchlight
And time slipping away

Back when summers felt like years
We drank soda, not our fears
Bike rides down that gravel road
Mama’s voice was all I’d know

Sneakers on the power lines
We made wishes, crossing signs
Didn’t care about the time
Just the fireflies and sky

Now I chase things I can't hold
But that porchlight still feels like home

I miss the way the world stood still
Before the bills, before the pills
Before we had to fake a smile
Just to feel okay awhile

Back when love was grilled cheese nights
And dad would sing to kill the lights
We were broke but we were free
And that’s still everything to me

We carved names into the tree
Said we’d never lose that heat
But friends moved and time forgot
The promises we said a lot

Now I drink to feel the same
But it never hits my name
Like when I’d fall and mom would say
You’re stronger than the pain

I chase lights, but they don't glow
Like that porchlight back at home

I miss the way the world stood still
Before the stress, before the chill
Before my dreams became a job
And joy turned into something robbed

Back when love was Sunday rice
And no one lied behind advice
We were lost but we were seen
And that still means the world to me

I’d trade this view for that front yard
Where my heart first learned to start
I’d give it all for one more day
With no reason to run away

I miss the way the world stood still
Before the climb, before the hill
Before we locked our hearts away
Just trying to make it through the day

Back when love wore muddy shoes
And time was something we could lose
We were small, but we were true
And all I want
Is back with you

The porchlight’s still on
Just waiting for someone to come home