Lyrics
You better slow down
Slow down and be cautious; you're at risk of harming yourself.
you're gonna hurt yourself
A repetition emphasizing the need to slow down for one's well-being.
slow down
Reiteration of the advice to slow down, underscoring its importance.
You commit your life, to the paper
You've dedicated your life to written commitments.
you don't leave no time for fun
You neglect to make time for enjoyment or leisure.
words thrown through the air
Communication is expressed through spoken words thrown between individuals.
between you and me
A communication dynamic between two people is introduced.
I wish we'd learn to speakYou don't have to shout and walk out on me, just speakand you say to me
Expressing a desire for improved communication without resorting to shouting or leaving abruptly.
Why dont you live a little
An encouragement to experience life more fully.
live a little less
Suggesting moderation, advising not to live excessively.
your minds running too fast for your legs
Your thoughts are moving too quickly compared to your physical actions.
why dont you live a little
Encouraging a more vibrant and engaged lifestyle.
live a little more
Suggesting a need for a deeper, more soulful experience of life.
your minds far too old for your soul
Your mind seems mature, but your soul appears underdeveloped or restrained.
When the day is done
At the end of the day, you seek solace in a solitary activity.
you go out for one
Turning to a drink to relax and clear the mind.
to help unwind your mind
Alcohol is used as a means to unwind.
but when it's me
A contrast when others have problems, you are always available to help.
i have a problem
Admitting difficulty or reluctance in seeking help for your own issues.
and i never ever say no
An acknowledgment of always being available to assist others.
and you say to me
A continuation of the desire for improved communication.
chorus
Refrain or main repeated section of the song.
You don't know, you don't know
Expressing a lack of understanding or awareness.
this is new for me too
Acknowledging that the situation is new for both parties involved.
why don't you try a little better
Suggesting an improvement in effort or behavior is needed.
i'll try better too
Committing to trying better and encouraging the same from the other person.
come on come on
Invitation to come together, avoid losing composure, and maintaining sanity.
let's not lose our minds
Reiteration of the need to maintain mental stability in challenging situations.
why don't you try a little better
A repetition of the call for mutual effort in improvement.
i'll try better too
Reiteration of the commitment to try better, emphasizing a shared responsibility.
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