Lyrics
Wake up, think thoughts, be of use
Expressing the routine of waking up, thinking, and seeking purpose.
Read my lips this is not life
Stating that the current situation is not fulfilling or satisfying.
Try to wake up, be of use
Encouraging an attempt to wake up and contribute meaningfully.
Read my lips just like the last time
Comparing the present to a previous similar experience, possibly negative.
It gets simple then you tire
Describing the process becoming simpler but eventually tiresome.
But where does simple fit with life?
Pondering the compatibility of simplicity with the complexities of life.
Choice allows you choose to lose
Highlighting the consequence of choice – the ability to choose to lose.
Let us leave and let us down
Suggesting a desire to leave and experience a downturn.
We start another song
Initiating a new phase or activity symbolized by starting another song.
Decide a way to turn
Making a decision on which direction to take.
From the floor, another new passage, another exit
Describing a transition or change represented by a new passage or exit.
I refused, I was exactly where I belonged
Asserting a refusal, feeling exactly where one belongs.
When the world sings from the halls, and the demon's at the door
Describing a situation where the world sings while facing a potential threat (demon).
Let the one inside and sing along
Inviting an internal aspect to join and participate in the singing.
Waiting outside, weighing both sides, what are the odds?
Reflecting on a decision or dilemma outside, considering both sides.
You know that one of us is gifted and the other one is out of luck
Pointing out a contrast in luck or giftedness between individuals.
I know you all crawled inside of your cages all on your own
Observing others isolating themselves willingly in their 'cages.'
I've heard the wild world is wicked and the modern one is out for blood
Commenting on the perceived wickedness of the wild world and the ruthlessness of the modern one.
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