Drowning
Resurfacing Emotions: Unveiling the Depths of 'Drowning' Meaning
Lyrics
And the picture painted
Refers to a situation or experience being vividly depicted or described.
Never fades away
Indicates that the depicted situation or memory remains etched and doesn’t disappear.
And the canvas tarnished
Suggests that the representation or memory has lost its initial quality and appeal.
It's better taken down
Implies that it's better to remove or eliminate the tarnished representation.
Did it fall on deaf ears?
Asking whether someone failed to comprehend or ignored a message.
Were you listening?
Questioning if someone paid attention or was attentive.
Did I neglect to tell you?
Asking if there was a failure to communicate something important.
That we should change into something
Suggesting a need for transformation or change into something else.
Seems as though you meant it
Implies sincerity in an action or statement.
When you almost drowned
Refers to a significant struggle or difficult situation, possibly a near-death experience.
And you hindered all the progress
Describes how one's actions hindered advancement or growth while refusing to accept reality.
While living in denial
Highlights a refusal to acknowledge or accept the truth.
Seems as though you meant it
Reiterates the sincerity in an action or statement, similar to line 9.
When you almost drowned
Recalls the intense struggle or challenging experience, similar to line 10.
When you test my resolve
Challenges someone to consider the impact of their actions on another's determination or commitment.
Did you stop to think?
Asks whether one paused to reflect on their actions for once.
For once what you are doing
Highlights that the current actions or behaviors are better stopped or removed.
It's better taken down
Reiterates the importance of ceasing or eliminating the damage caused.
The damage you are causing
Indicates the significant and potentially irreparable harm that was nearly caused.
Was almost far too deep
Suggests that the potential damage almost reached an extremely severe level.
But the past lies behind us
Recognizes that the past is now behind and can't be changed.
But we should change into something
Reiterates the need for transformation or change into something else, similar to line 8.
Seems as though you meant it
Repeats the sincerity in an action or statement, akin to lines 9 and 13.
When you almost drowned
Recalls the intense struggle or challenging experience, similar to lines 10 and 14.
And you hindered all the progress
Describes how one's actions obstructed progress or development while refusing to acknowledge reality, akin to lines 11 and 12.
While living in denial
Highlights a refusal to acknowledge or accept the truth, similar to line 12.
Seems as though you meant it
Reiterates the sincerity in an action or statement, akin to lines 9, 13, and 23.
When you almost drowned
Recalls the intense struggle or challenging experience, similar to lines 10, 14, and 24.
So I'll just stand here
Expresses a decision to remain in a situation without taking immediate action.
But I won't wait for long
Indicates a limited willingness to wait for an extended period.
With perseverance
Emphasizes persistence or determination in the face of adversity.
Don't hold out too long [Repeat x2]
Advises against waiting too long for something to change or improve.
Take a step back 'cause it's all you get
Suggests a need to retreat or take a break as no more opportunities are available.
All you get [Repeat x3]
Reiterates the finality of the situation, implying no further chances or options are left.
Seems as though you meant it
Repeats the sincerity in an action or statement, similar to lines 9, 13, 23, and 27.
When you almost drowned
Recalls the intense struggle or challenging experience, similar to lines 10, 14, 24, and 28.
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