Can't Keep Picking Me Up
Falling and Rising: Beyond The Sun's Candid Reflections
Lyrics
I let the grass grow under my feet
I've been inactive or idle, allowing things to stagnate in my life.
I won't make you stay I won't help you leave
I won't force you to stay with me, nor will I encourage or assist your departure.
Empty Crayon boxes
Metaphorically representing things that are empty or lacking substance.
Colors I’ve forgotten
Refers to forgotten or faded memories represented by colors from the past.
Painted you in black and white
Describes depicting someone in simplistic terms, devoid of depth or complexity.
The fruits gone rotten
Refers to a situation or relationship that has deteriorated or become spoiled.
Withdrawal, detox
Describes a process of withdrawal from something addictive or harmful, possibly related to a relationship.
The jokes on me
Indicates feeling deceived or the subject of a joke in a situation.
You were holding my hand and I was holding you back
Expresses a pattern of being in a relationship where both parties hold each other back, and despite wanting to be independent, the speaker feels unable to break away from this cycle.
You were pulling me over when I wanted to crash
-No seriously
-I'm not strong enough
-I'll keep falling down
-You can’t keep picking me up
-I can't help what comes out of my mouth
Expresses a lack of control over speech or words spoken impulsively.
What were we saying? What was I talking about?
Reflects forgetfulness or distraction regarding a conversation or topic.
Left it on the table
Symbolizes leaving something unresolved or unattended.
Baptized with a label
Represents being labeled or defined by external circumstances.
Drowning in the water
Describes a feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to cope, potentially leading to discomfort or distress.
But I'm incapable
-Coughing, laughter
-Choking clown
-You were holding my hand and I was holding you back
Reiterates the pattern of dependency and inability to break free from it despite acknowledging personal weaknesses.
You were pulling me over when I wanted to crash
-No seriously
-I'm not strong enough
-I'll keep falling down
-You can’t keep picking me up
-I washed up face down on the shore
Portrays a feeling of being washed up or defeated, possibly due to a failed situation or relationship.
You gave me everything, couldn't of asked for more
Expresses gratitude for what was received, acknowledging it as sufficient.
A hopeless romantic
Identifies with a romantic idealism despite experiencing challenges and disappointments.
Broken trust I panicked
Describes a state of panic or distress caused by a breach of trust.
My smile stained with coffee
Symbolizes a tainted or troubled appearance or persona due to experiences or habits like drinking coffee and smoking.
Cigarettes organic
-Soapbox savior
Refers to someone who tries to rescue or save others, possibly while dealing with their own struggles.
Alone at war
Expresses the feeling of being alone despite fighting a personal battle.
You were holding my hand and I was holding you back
Repeats the theme of dependence, acknowledging personal limitations and an inability to break free from the cycle of reliance.
You were pulling me over when I wanted to crash
-No seriously
-I'm not strong enough
-I'll keep falling down
-You can’t keep picking me up
-I let the grass grow under my feet
Reiterates the speaker's inability to keep someone from leaving despite acknowledging the consequence of their inaction.
I couldn't help you stay so I made you leave
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