Discover the story of the song > Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground – Alison Krauss

The protagonist met someone who was in a bad place in their life, represented by them having a broken wing. The protagonist stayed with them and tried to make them feel better. They knew that someday this person would leave, because love can heal people. The protagonist is okay with them leaving, but will always remember the time they spent together. The protagonist would rather see this person doing well and flying high, than see them sad.