Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: punk-rock
Song Meaning of “Strong Man” by Flatfoot 56
Strong Man is a song about finding strength in the darkest moments of life, and how the people in our lives often provide encouragement for us in our most difficult times. The song speaks to the power of having someone in your corner who will cheer you on and believe in you when you need it the most. The chorus, “A strong man never needs a hand, but I know you are always nearby” speaks to the fact that relying on yourself is a form of strength, but having someone to turn to when you need it is sometimes a necessary crutch.
The song takes us through many struggles, reminding us that in life, “there’s sadness that the good must feel, and pain that’s stronger than the strong”. It speaks of what it really means to be strong-“knowing I’m broken and I can choose to be whole”. Knowing when and how to ask for help when needed is a form of strength in and of itself.
The song concludes with one final reminder that even on our darkest days, “when the darkest night is over, I’ll stand in the light, I’ll be strong”. This speaks to the power of perseverance and the resiliency of the human spirit. Despite the challenges we face, we can always come out on the other side, if we adopt a spirit of perseverance.