Halfway There
About the song
The song “Halfway There” by Jolianne talks about feeling stuck while chasing your dreams. It describes the struggle of working hard for something and not seeing results, even after years of effort. The lyrics show a mix of frustration, doubt, and exhaustion, like running in circles and getting nowhere.
Jolianne compares herself to a product, saying she’s pushing so hard, but it still feels empty. She’s tired of the pressure and the constant grind, and even the idea of success doesn’t feel satisfying anymore. The line “I’m halfway there” shows she’s in between, not at the start, but not at the finish either. She’s holding on, unsure if it’s still worth it, but she can’t bring herself to quit.
In the end, the song asks an honest question: if she finally reaches her goal, will it even feel good? Or will it feel like she lost herself in the process? It’s a powerful song about chasing dreams while trying not to lose your soul along the way.
Lyrics
Halfway there
Can’t keep up, I fill the tub
The pace is crazy, Lady Luck, there no way up?
It’s been years, it’s all the same
Still nothing on my name
I’m on the paper chase but really I’m running in place
No pain, no profit, it’s like I’m a product
I’m trying so hard but it’s coming to nothing
And if I’d be honest, I’m lost in the process
I know it’s going nowhere
But I just can’t close the show
And I’m on the edge
I’m hanging on a maybe
Holding still, I’m hoping it would save me
I’m halfway there, halfway there
Now enough, I am tired of this race
Losing reason to stay, what’s the point anyway?
When I’m never really satisfied
Even if I’m out in paradise
And I’m meant for nothing but the side
No pain, no profit, it’s like I’m a product
I’m trying so hard but it’s coming to nothing
And if I’d be honest
I’m lost in the process, I know it’s going nowhere
But I just can’t close the show
And I’m on the edge
I’m hanging on a maybe
Holding still, I’m hoping it would save me
I’m halfway there, halfway there
Let’s say I get through
And I pay all my dues
If the light finds a close
Do I smile, let it go?
Would that be worth my time?