Lyrics
Well I've been treading water
Expressing a sense of stagnation or lack of progress in life.
It's getting harder and harder to breathe
Feeling increasingly suffocated or overwhelmed.
The seas are getting darker
Metaphorically describing challenges becoming more obscure or difficult.
It's getting harder and harder to see
Describing a growing difficulty in understanding one's path or purpose.
Well, we laughed til we cried
Reflecting on moments of joy and sorrow.
We cried til we laughed
Highlighting the emotional rollercoaster of laughter and tears.
Did you see the white light?
Possibly referring to a near-death experience or a critical moment.
Did it all go to black?
Questioning whether a significant event led to darkness or oblivion.
It was a merciless end to an impeccable life
Describing a tragic ending to a flawless life.
And I'd give up my life for one more moonlit night
Expressing a longing for a specific beautiful night from the past.
And the pallbearers there, well, they shed a great tear
Depicting mourners deeply affected by the loss.
And the faultlines we tread, they were never quite clear
Suggesting confusion or uncertainty in navigating life's challenges.
But, didn't you fight? Didn't you scream?
Raising questions about resistance or vocal opposition in difficult times.
Didn't we dance? Didn't you dream?
Recalling shared experiences of joy, dreams, and dance.
It's all just a dream. But do we wake up?
Contemplating the nature of reality and the possibility of waking up from a dream.
And doesn't it feel like there's never enough
Expressing a feeling of insufficiency or lack in life.
Oh, you can run, you can run
Conveying the futility of escaping challenges by running.
But you're goin nowhere
Emphasizing the idea that running does not lead to progress.
You can climb you can crawl
Highlighting the inevitability of facing challenges despite efforts to avoid them.
But you're already there
Suggesting that one is already in the midst of their journey or destination.
But oh. Lift your head to the light
Encouraging facing challenges with a positive mindset.
Hold the light to your soul.
Advising to introspect and find guidance within oneself.
Well I've been treading water
Repeating the feeling of being stuck or unable to progress.
It's getting harder and harder to breathe
Reiterating the struggle for breath, possibly symbolizing life's difficulties.
Cuz they told you tales of triumph and treasure
Debunking stories of success and wealth as falsehoods.
And it's all been a lie
Revealing a realization that achievements and promises were deceptive.
They gave you gold for your heartbeat
Suggesting that material rewards were given for something deeply personal.
A prize for your pride
Acknowledging external validation and recognition.
And the pallbearers there, well, they shed a great tear
Reiterating the emotional impact of the loss.
And the faultlines we tread, they were never quite clear
Revisiting the theme of unclear paths and challenges.
But oh. Lift your head to the light
Repeating the advice to look for guidance and clarity.
Hold the light to your soul.
Emphasizing the importance of inner light for understanding.
Light shines light
Repeating the idea of light as a metaphor for understanding and clarity.
Life. Breathe life.
Stressing the essence of life and the act of breathing.
Light shines light
Reiterating the significance of light and life.
Life. Breathe life.
Concluding with a powerful reminder to embrace and sustain life.
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