If I Fall
Embracing Fragility: Matchbox Twenty's 'If I Fall' Unveils the Dance of Life
Lyrics
When I get close to something beautiful
Expressing a proximity to something beautiful, suggesting an emotional connection.
Then I feel love, because I know I'll never have it for too long
Feeling love in the face of beauty but anticipating its transient nature.
I've been everywhere
Conveying a sense of extensive experience by stating "I've been everywhere."
I'm like an institution
Comparing oneself to an institution, possibly indicating a stable or predictable nature.
I fell down upon myself
Using a metaphorical fall to express vulnerability or a personal setback.
Just to pray for sweet solution
Falling and praying for a positive resolution to challenges or problems.
If I fall
Introducing the theme of falling as a recurring motif.
Fall
Repetition of "Fall" for emphasis or emotional intensity.
When I get home I swear I'm gonna change my ways
Committing to change upon returning home, possibly from a journey or experience.
And I'll stop dancing and never let it living up these days
Deciding to cease certain behaviors, such as dancing, and adopt a more responsible lifestyle.
I say all the words, but lack a real solution
Acknowledging a verbal commitment but admitting a lack of practical solutions.
I tell all of my friends, well stick around and see who's right
Encouraging friends to stay and witness personal growth or transformation.
And If I fall
Reiteration of the theme of falling, emphasizing its significance.
Fall
Repetition of "Fall" for continued emphasis or emotional impact.
Help me if I fall
Seeking assistance or support in the event of a personal fall or failure.
Help me if I fall
Repeating the plea for help, emphasizing the importance of assistance.
Don't let me go
Expressing a desire to be held or supported, not wanting to be let go.
You got to give me the strength that got me
Requesting strength from someone to overcome challenges or difficulties.
To get me by, to get me high
Linking strength to achieving a state of elevation or happiness.
You help me take over this city
Asking for assistance in taking control or dominating a situation, possibly metaphorically.
Well let it go
Suggesting a willingness to release or relinquish control in certain situations.
Darling let it go
Encouraging a loved one to let go, possibly of worries or concerns.
Don't let it go
Emphasizing the importance of not allowing something valuable to be lost.
Oh no, don't let it, let it
Expressing urgency and a plea not to let go of something important.
And if I fall
Reiterating the theme of falling, seeking support or assistance.
Fall
Repetition of "Fall" for continued emotional impact or emphasis.
And if I fall
Reiterating the need for help in the event of a fall or failure.
Help me if I fall
Seeking assistance and support in the face of adversity or personal challenges.
Help me if I fall
Continued plea for help, reinforcing the vulnerability expressed.
Yeah, help me if I fall
Repeated request for assistance, underlining the significance of support.
Help me if I fall
Final plea for help, closing the lyrical expression of vulnerability or uncertainty.
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