Lyrics
In competition for the worst first line I could use
In a competition to find the most unfavorable opening statement.
In conversation for the first time
Engaged in a conversation for the first time.
Find salvation and breathe in each breath that I choose
Seeking salvation and cherishing every breath, making deliberate choices.
In competition for the worst time
Competing for the worst moment in time.
Brooklyn lies bleeding in the afternoon
Brooklyn is suffering or in distress during the afternoon.
Always four or five steps from misfortune
Consistently close to encountering misfortune, living on the edge.
To drown out moments of revelation
Trying to drown out moments of insight or realization.
In competition for the worst time
Actively participating in a competition for the worst possible time.
I know my name but I can't deny
Aware of one's own name but unable to avoid the truth.
I talk in silence like I'm used to
Communicating through silence as if it's a familiar habit.
Graduation fits the worst time I could use
Choosing the worst time for a graduation, a significant life event.
Confidence for the first time
Experiencing confidence for the first time.
Take the money and the drink you are going to refuse
Rejecting both money and a drink, making a difficult decision.
In competition for the worst time
Actively competing for the most unfavorable moment in time.
Glasgow lies bleeding in the afternoon
Glasgow is in a state of distress or bleeding during the afternoon.
A practical response to good fortune
Responding practically to good fortune, being pragmatic.
I dream my moments of revelation
Dreaming about moments of insight or revelation.
In competition for the worst time
Actively participating in a competition for the worst possible time.
And though I know my name
Despite knowing one's name, still unable to deny the truth.
I still can't deny
Communicating through silence, as if it's a familiar habit.
I talk in silence like I'm used to
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No matter how hard I try
Struggling to change, continuing the habit of talking in silence.
I talk in silence like I'm used to
Continuing the pattern of communicating through silence, despite efforts.
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