Lyrics
It was 1989, you escaped to the other side
Reflecting on the year 1989, a time when someone escaped to a different place or state of mind.
We were running downhill fast, watch your step and brace for impact
Describing a fast-paced situation where caution is advised, anticipating a significant impact or consequence.
'Cause we don't mind, in the wild woods we sleep at night
Expressing a carefree attitude about sleeping in the wild woods, emphasizing a lack of concern for external judgments.
They'll size you up, the hunt is on but they can't find
Discussing the challenges of being hunted or evaluated by others, suggesting that they won't find what they're looking for.
Irresponsibly, you dream of a better life
Encouraging dreaming of a better life, possibly in a somewhat irresponsible manner.
We've been living on the wrong side of this line
Acknowledging living on the wrong side of a metaphorical line, implying a sense of being outside societal norms.
Waste away, the length of days gets shorter
Contemplating the passage of time and the diminishing length of days, possibly with a sense of regret or loss.
We'll figure it out, this road is unforgiving
Expressing determination to navigate a challenging road despite its unforgiving nature.
And so they told you to try to understand
Referring to advice received to try to understand a situation, possibly one that requires a change in plans.
We're really sorry, boy, you need to change your plans
Apologizing for the need to alter plans, implying a sense of disappointment or redirection.
So move along, there's nothing here for you to see
Encouraging someone to move on, suggesting there is nothing worthwhile to witness or experience in the current situation.
Right or wrong, and what this was will never be
Reflecting on the ambiguity of right or wrong, acknowledging that what once was will never be the same.
So climb the walls, it's here for all but not for some
Encouraging overcoming obstacles, implying that certain opportunities are not available to everyone.
You're beautiful, all roads seem to lead to you
Complimenting someone as beautiful and suggesting that all paths lead to them.
Irresponsibly, you dream of a better life
Reiterating the encouragement to dream of a better life, possibly with a sense of irresponsibility.
We've been living on the wrong side of this line
Acknowledging a continued existence on the wrong side of a metaphorical line, reinforcing a sense of nonconformity.
Waste away, the length of days gets shorter
Repeating the contemplation of time passing and days getting shorter, emphasizing the need to figure things out.
We'll figure it out, this road is unforgiving
Reiterating determination to navigate an unforgiving road, facing challenges head-on.
And so they told you to try to understand
Repeating advice to try to understand a situation, signaling a call for comprehension or adaptation.
We're really sorry, boy, you need to change your plans
Repeating the need to change plans, with a tone of apology and recognition of the necessity for adjustment.
Waste away, the length of days gets shorter
Reiterating the contemplation of time passing and days getting shorter, emphasizing the urgency of figuring things out.
We'll figure it out, this road is unforgiving
Repeating determination to navigate an unforgiving road, suggesting a persistent and resilient attitude.
And so they told you to try to understand
Repeating advice to try to understand a situation, underlining the importance of comprehension or adaptation.
We're really sorry, boy, you need to change your plans
Repeating the need to change plans, with a continued tone of apology and recognition of the necessity for adjustment.
So move along, there's nothing here for you to see
Encouraging someone to move on, reiterating that there is nothing valuable or meaningful for them to see in the current situation.
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