Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: piano
Song Meaning of “Silent All These Years” by Tori Amos
‘Silent All These Years’ is a song about a woman finally having the courage and strength to speak up and speak her truth after years of remaining silent in the face if ill-treatment and injustice. The lyrics illustrate the deeply-rooted feelings of powerlessness that can come with choosing not to speak out, and also her incredible sense of freedom once she finally makes the choice to speak up and take control of her own life. The song encourages everyone to not remain silent in the face of ill-treatment, and to find their own inner strength and courage to stand up and be heard. Even through the pain, there can be joy and light found in the act of breaking away from fear and oppression, and growing and learning from that experience. It’s a song about overcoming adversity, and changing the status quo.