Lyrics
See this man with the long face
Observing a man who appears solemn or troubled.
Waiting here for your affection
He is waiting for the affection or attention of someone.
Finds himself in the wrong place
He feels out of place or uncomfortable.
Looking for the right direction
Searching for the right path or purpose.
Wrong for me but right for others
While not suitable for the speaker, this situation may be fitting for others.
Nearly brought me to my blindness
Almost led the speaker to a state of unawareness or ignorance.
Step too close then you discover
Approaching too closely reveals the harsh reality.
How the mortal become timeless
Understanding the transition from mortal existence to timeless or eternal.
What is right for me
Pondering what is the right path for the speaker.
What is right for me
Repetition emphasizes the uncertainty about the correct direction.
Understand me now
Call for understanding from others.
I’ve never known the right way
The speaker confesses a lack of knowledge about the correct way.
Understand me now
Reiteration of the plea for understanding.
I’m only moving sideways
The speaker admits to only making sideways progress.
I’m the only man in my way
The speaker acknowledges being a hindrance to himself.
Breaking out of my religion
Attempting to break free from a set of beliefs or constraints.
But the walls keep getting steeper
Obstacles continue to hinder progress.
Turn to face my inner demon
Confronting inner struggles represented by a demon.
but his voice is getting deeper
The inner conflict intensifies or becomes more profound.
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