I Never Was
Embracing Individuality: Beatsteaks' Anthem to Unconventionality
Lyrics
I never was an astronaut
I never aspired to be an astronaut
I never was a plumber
I never desired to be a plumber
I never was a Beastie Boy
I never aimed to emulate the style of the Beastie Boys
and it doesn't really matter
One's identity or worth is not defined by these roles
If there's a resurrection
Even if there's a chance for rebirth or renewal
I don't need to be saved
I don't feel the need for salvation
And if we meet in heaven
If we encounter in heaven, it would be interesting
I'd love to see the place
The speaker expresses curiosity about heaven
Blame it on biology
Attributing personal characteristics or actions to biology
What am I supposed to be?
A reflection on the uncertainty of one's purpose
I never was an acrobat
I never saw myself as an acrobat
I'll always be a dancer
I identify more as a dancer
The questions rain like cannonballs
The speaker faces challenging questions like projectiles
Wish I had all the answers
Wishing for the knowledge to answer life's questions
Here it comes
An expression of anticipation or readiness
let it grow
A call to let something, perhaps understanding, develop
Blame it on biology
Reiterating the impact of biology on personal attributes
What am I supposed to be?
A continued contemplation of life's purpose
Here it comes
Another call for growth or acceptance
let it grow
A repetition of the encouragement to let things evolve
I never was an astronaut
Reiterating the disinterest in being an astronaut
I wish I was a drummer
An expressed desire to be a drummer
Blame it on biology
Linking personal attributes or choices to biology
What am I supposed to be?
Continuing the pondering of one's purpose in life
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