Thinking, That's All
Lost Seconds and Guilty Games: Decoding Jimmy Eat World's Thoughtful Melody
Lyrics
Play your hand.
Encourages taking action or making a move.
Don't play it off.
Advocates being genuine and not pretending or concealing.
Don't play that game.
Discourages engaging in deceitful or manipulative behavior.
Out of touch.
Suggests feeling disconnected or out of sync with something.
There is no pride in seconds lost.
Emphasizes the lack of value or pride in wasting time or opportunities.
First cello suite.
Refers to a musical composition, possibly symbolizing a refined or sophisticated pursuit.
I know I'm late.
Admits being aware of being late, possibly expressing regret.
What do you care.
Questions the significance of one's actions or lateness to someone else.
Stop dragging feet.
Urges to stop procrastinating or delaying progress.
We can't go back for seconds lost.
Reflects on the irreversibility of lost opportunities and time.
Smooth the sheets.
Suggests tidying up or resolving issues, perhaps metaphorically.
No one was here and never will.
States that no one was present and emphasizes the permanence of absence.
Wind your watch for seconds gone.
Advises acknowledging and moving on from past moments or losses.
Drive by don't stop.
Suggests not pausing or dwelling on passing moments, encouraging continuous progress.
Hate wins don't stop.
Warns against letting hatred prevail, advocating for resilience.
Guilt won't let you because you let it.
Points out that guilt persists only if allowed, emphasizing personal agency.
Because you lost.
Attributes loss to personal actions or choices.
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