Lyrics
Why's it so hard?
Expressing the difficulty or challenges in life.
To find the pieces of your life
Searching for the different aspects or components of one's life.
Spread 'em on the floor
Metaphorically spreading life's pieces on the floor for examination or contemplation.
Place them in black and white
Suggesting the need to organize and understand life in a clear and straightforward manner.
Cuz it's, all the we got, all that we need
Highlighting the importance of what we have and what we need throughout our lives.
Till the end of our days
Reflecting on the essential nature of these aspects until the end of our lives.
I've been thinking, will it all ascend with us to light
Contemplating whether the experiences and possessions will transcend to a brighter state after death.
When time slips away
Questioning the inevitability of time passing and its impact on our existence.
What's left to say?
Pondering about what remains unsaid or unresolved.
And can I stay for a minute and take it in?
Expressing a desire to pause and absorb the current moment.
Or will they fade into dust, taken by the wind?
Concerns about the transient nature of life and the potential loss of memories or experiences.
On the other side of time
Referring to a conceptual place or state beyond the conventional understanding of time.
On the other side of time
Repeating the idea of an existence beyond ordinary time.
Well I know I'm too young
Acknowledging youthfulness while grappling with profound existential thoughts.
To think about this
Recognizing the unusual nature of contemplating such deep matters at a young age.
But it's on my mind
Emphasizing the persistent nature of these existential thoughts.
When I see my brother's kid
Reflecting on the desire to have a family and pass on life lessons.
I would like one, one day
Expressing the wish to have a child and guide them towards a positive life path.
Teach him the right way
Desiring to teach the next generation the right way to live.
To live his life
Encouraging a meaningful and purposeful life for future generations.
Don't waste your time
Advising against wasting time and overthinking decisions.
Don't think twice
Urging to live without hesitation or doubt.
Have no regret
Encouraging a life without regrets.
Time's all that's left
Emphasizing the importance of time as the only remaining resource.
And can I stay for a minute and take it in?
Repeating the desire to pause and appreciate the current moment.
Or will they fade into dust, taken by the wind?
Reiterating concerns about the ephemeral nature of life.
On the other side of time
Reemphasizing the idea of an existence or state beyond conventional time.
Oh
Concluding with a sense of wonder or contemplation about the other side of time.
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