Lyrics
I’m at the centre of the universe
I perceive myself as the central point of importance in the world.
I’m gonna hide here ‘til the danger’s passed
I will stay in this central position until the threat or risk has subsided.
I don’t know why I’m here
I lack understanding or clarity about my purpose or existence.
Why I live in fear
I experience a state of anxiety or apprehension without knowing the reason.
I’m at the centre of a hurricane
I am metaphorically in the middle of chaos and turmoil.
Feel like a desert in the pouring rain
I feel out of place and uncomfortable, like a contradiction in circumstances.
Don’t know why I’m here
I am uncertain about my purpose, leading to a sense of fear.
Why I live in fear
I live with fear, and the reason for it is unclear or unknown.
Got my hand on the tiller
I have control over the situation, symbolized by having my hand on the tiller.
Got a grip on the wheel
I am steering and navigating through life with a firm grip on the wheel.
But my vision is failing
Despite having control, my ability to see or understand is diminishing.
And my hands cannot feel
I am losing tactile sensation, possibly implying emotional numbness.
And the black night is falling
A metaphorical description of darkness or difficulties descending.
And the children are lost
There is a sense of confusion or distress involving the well-being of children.
And voices keep calling
Mysterious voices are persistently calling, raising questions about consequences.
At what price, what cost?
Raising questions about the consequences and sacrifices involved, emphasizing uncertainty.
At what price, what cost?
-At what price, what cost?
-I’m like a dancer with a ball and chain
I feel restricted, similar to a dancer burdened by a ball and chain.
I’m like a painting in a broken frame
I am compared to a damaged artwork, emphasizing a sense of brokenness.
Don’t know why I’m here
Similar to earlier lines, uncertainty about purpose and living with fear.
Why I live in fear
The repetition underscores the persistent theme of living in fear without clarity.
I’m like a child who doesn’t understand
I am likened to a child who lacks comprehension.
A broken promise in a wonderland
A promise has been broken in a situation filled with wonder but marred by disappointment.
I don’t know why I’m here
Reiterating the confusion and fear without a clear understanding of purpose.
Why I live in fear
Continued expression of living in fear without knowing the reason.
Got my hand on the tiller
Repetition of control and direction, but with a growing sense of uncertainty.
Got a grip on the wheel
Reaffirmation of steering through life, but with an increasing loss of clarity.
But my vision is failing
Emphasis on the diminishing ability to comprehend the surroundings.
And my hands cannot feel
A continuation of the theme of losing tactile or emotional connection.
And the black night is falling
Metaphorical description of darkness or challenges descending further.
And the children are lost
The well-being of children is still in jeopardy, with voices persistently calling.
And voices keep calling
The repetition of voices and the question of consequences are highlighted.
At what price, what cost?
Reiteration of the central question regarding the price and cost of the situation.
At what price, what cost?
-At what price, what cost?
-At what price, what cost?
Continued emphasis on questioning the consequences and sacrifices involved.
At what price, what cost?
-I’m at the centre of the universe
Restating the feeling of being at the center of significance in the universe.
I’m gonna hide here ‘til the danger’s passed
Committing to staying in this central position until the perceived danger has passed.
Don’t know why I’m here
Repetition of uncertainty about purpose and living with unexplained fear.
Why I live in fear
Continued expression of living in fear without clarity on the reasons behind it.
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