Lyrics
A man is drowning we watch from shore
A man is drowning, and we observe helplessly from the shore.
He laughs he taunts us and he drinks some more
Despite his peril, the man in distress laughs, taunts, and continues to indulge in drinking.
How long do we have to watch
Questioning how much longer we must witness the drowning scene.
You be so sick and act like you know it
Expressing frustration as the drowning person appears aware of his sickness but acts like he understands it.
How long do we have to watch
Repeating the inquiry about the duration of observing the drowning individual, emphasizing his self-destructive behavior.
You be so sick and act like you control it
Reiterating frustration at the drowning person's seeming control over their destructive actions despite being unwell.
This man who's drowning doesn't want our help
Highlighting the drowning person's reluctance to accept help from others.
There's nothing but pain and resentment as he drowns himself
Describing a sense of emotional pain and resentment as the person willingly submerges themselves in their own downfall.
How long do we have to watch
Repeating the query regarding the duration of witnessing the drowning, underscoring the distressing nature of the situation.
You be so sick and act like you know it
Expressing frustration again, as the drowning person seems to acknowledge their sickness but acts like they comprehend it.
How long do we have to watch
Reiterating the question about how long one must endure watching the drowning, emphasizing the person's apparent control over their destructive behavior.
You be so sick and act like you control it
Echoing frustration at the drowning individual's ability to act like they have control over their destructive actions despite their sickness.
Yeah yeah
Expressing emotions of agreement or acknowledgment, possibly in response to the repeated frustration and helplessness.
How long do we have to watch
Persisting in questioning the duration of witnessing the self-destructive behavior, emphasizing the observer's discomfort.
You be so sick and act like you know it
Reiterating frustration as the drowning person seems aware of their sickness but behaves as if they comprehend it.
How long do we have to watch
Continuing the inquiry about the duration of observing the drowning, highlighting the perceived control the person has over their destructive actions.
You be so sick and act like you control it
Expressing frustration at the drowning individual's ability to act like they have control over their destructive actions despite their sickness.
Yeah Yeah
Repeating an expression of agreement or acknowledgment, possibly emphasizing the shared sentiment of frustration and helplessness.
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