The song reflects his early influences, blending the stripped-back honesty of Bill Withers with the melodic warmth of Otis Redding and Cat Stevens. Lyrical Themes: Longing and Persistence

The Patient Soul of Michael Kiwanuka: A Deep Dive into "Always Waiting"

At its core, "Always Waiting" is a song about yearning and the quiet endurance required to reach one's "daytime". The lyrics balance a sense of burden with a flicker of optimism: