Yet Again
Navigating Life's Turmoil: Grizzly Bear's Yet Again Unraveled
Lyrics
Yet again we're the only ones
Expressing a sense of isolation, being the only ones in a situation.
No surprise this is often how it's done
Highlighting that the situation is not surprising, as it is a common occurrence.
Lately it's about all I can take
Indicating that the current circumstances are becoming overwhelming.
I will move and mend and mold this break
Committing to addressing and repairing the current emotional or relational break.
Shell with another crack
Describing a fragile emotional state, comparing it to a cracked shell.
I'm small but I can keep track
Asserting the ability to keep track despite feeling small.
Too soon everyone just step away
Encouraging others to step away from the situation, possibly to avoid conflict.
I'm sure this isn't the last play
Suggesting that the current situation is not the final outcome, anticipating more developments.
Take it all in stride
Advising to handle the situation calmly and without emotional upheaval.
Speak don't confide
Emphasizing the importance of speaking out rather than keeping emotions hidden.
We barely had a case
Reflecting on a situation where there was a lack of substantial evidence or support.
It's done before we try
Suggesting a tendency to give up before making a sincere effort.
Stop and end by night
Implying a tendency to stop and give up during challenging times.
A desert in your face
Metaphorically describing a challenging situation as a desert in one's face, emphasizing difficulty.
Take score even playing fields this game
Discussing the idea of keeping score in a fair competition but questioning its relevance.
I know when all's said we're the same
Acknowledging a commonality despite differences and conflicts.
If I could I would leave it all be
Expressing a desire to leave the situation as it is.
No chance to move backwards and see
Recognizing the inability to reverse or revisit past events.
Take it all in stride
Reiterating the importance of taking things calmly and not letting emotions dictate actions.
Speak don't confide
Encouraging verbal expression rather than keeping emotions hidden.
We barely had a case
Recalling a situation with insufficient evidence or support.
It's done before we try
Highlighting a tendency to give up prematurely, even before attempting to overcome challenges.
Stop and end by night
Suggesting a pattern of stopping and ending things during the night, possibly representing difficult times.
A desert in your face
Metaphorically describing a challenging situation as a desert in one's face, emphasizing the harshness.
Take it all in stride
Reiterating the importance of handling situations calmly and without emotional turmoil.
Speak don't confide
Emphasizing the value of expressing oneself verbally rather than keeping feelings hidden.
We barely had a case
Reflecting on a situation with insufficient evidence or support.
It's done before we try
Highlighting a tendency to give up before sincerely attempting to overcome challenges.
Stop and end by night
Suggesting a pattern of stopping and ending things during the night, possibly indicating difficulty.
A desert in your face
Metaphorically describing a challenging situation as a desert in one's face, emphasizing the adversity.
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