Sympathy for the World
Unveiling the Depths of Reflection: Sympathy for the World
Lyrics
of all the times i've tried to talk to you
Expressing frustration at unsuccessful attempts to communicate.
and acted out of line
Admitting to occasional inappropriate behavior.
please understand
Pleading for understanding from the listener.
when I tell you more than anything
Emphasizing a deep connection or feeling towards the listener.
why must we hold a candle to all our shames?
Questioning the need to highlight and dwell on past mistakes.
I forgave my enemies
Expressing forgiveness towards adversaries.
but I never forgot their names
Stating that while forgiveness is given, the memory of the wrongdoing remains.
of all the times i've tried to talk to you
Reiterating frustration with unsuccessful communication attempts.
this time I think i'm fine
Expressing a sense of personal well-being in the current situation.
we'll make it through
Optimism about overcoming challenges with the listener.
'cuz i'll never want you to cry
Committing to preventing the listener from experiencing sadness.
and there's no fire without lots of smoke
Using a metaphor to suggest that problems often have warning signs.
everyone laughed, I didn't get the joke
Feeling isolated or misunderstood in a humorous way.
but i'm secure with my insecurity
Embracing one's flaws and vulnerabilities confidently.
and i'm so sure with my uncertainty
Expressing confidence in dealing with uncertainty.
I know we're bored with our apologies
Acknowledging a sense of boredom with repeatedly offering apologies.
this time we're making everything we need
Optimism about proactively creating what is necessary for a relationship.
this time, I don't want to know what i'm thinking
Rejecting the desire to analyze personal thoughts in a specific situation.
i just want to know what you think
Emphasizing the importance of the listener's opinion over personal thoughts.
and do you think that I should think this way
Seeking the listener's perspective on the appropriate way to think.
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