Half Empty, Half Full
Rising from Trials: Chris Karell's Anthem of Resilience
Lyrics
I know your cup is running over
I understand that you are currently experiencing abundance.
Some things never change but you can always turn it over
Some aspects of life remain constant, but you have the power to change your circumstances.
No tear on my face, way I was raised
I don't display sadness on my face; it goes against how I was brought up.
Shame on my name if I can't match your strength, I'll be damned
If I can't match your strength, it would bring shame to my name; I'll be condemned.
This shit ain't adding up, yeah
The situation or circumstances don't make sense.
Trials and tribulations you done had enough
You've faced enough challenges and difficulties.
Life inside the belly of the beast where bills keep piling up
Life is tough, dealing with constant financial pressures.
Think you can't escape the misery, it's steady catching up
It may seem like escaping from misery is impossible, but it keeps catching up.
You miss the heat, the fever
You long for the intensity, the passion.
Dodging evil spirits, baby leave the 'meter
Avoiding negative influences, don't pay attention to the measuring device.
Running
Keep moving forward.
There's things to still believe in
Believe in things that still hold value.
Uncharted territories, honey, sweeter things are coming, yeah
Unknown experiences are ahead, and better things will come.
If not today we'll find another day
If not today, there will be another day for positive change.
No need to give up on an arm and leg
Don't give up even if it requires significant effort.
I see your smile concealing all the pain
Your smile hides the pain you're going through.
Turns out to be the biggest price you pay
The emotional toll turns out to be a high cost to pay.
I know your cup is running over
I know you have an abundance of blessings.
Some things never change but you can always turn it over
While some things remain the same, there's always a chance for a fresh start.
No tear on my face, way I was raised
No sadness on my face, as per my upbringing.
Shame on my name if I can't match your strength, I'll be damned
If I can't match your strength, it would bring shame to my name; I'll be condemned.
I know your cup is running over
I know you have an abundance of blessings.
Some things never change but you can always turn it over
While some things remain the same, there's always a chance for a fresh start.
No tear on my face, way I was raised
No sadness on my face, as per my upbringing.
Shame on my name if I can't match your strength, I'll be damned
If I can't match your strength, it would bring shame to my name; I'll be condemned.
Yeah, uh
(Instrumental or transitional section)
I'll be damned
I'll be condemned.
And if I can't return the favors
If I can't reciprocate the kindness shown to me.
I'll be damned
I'll be condemned if you don't end up in a Mercedes (possibly referring to a better life).
If you don't end up in a 'Cedes
I'll be condemned if you don't experience the benefits of my presence.
I'll be damned
I'll be condemned if you ever miss my company.
And if you ever miss my presence
I'll be condemned if you don't witness my future children.
I'll be damned
I'll be condemned if I can't fulfill a promise.
If you don't get to see my children
-I'll be damned
-If I can't make good on a promise
-I'll be damned
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