Lyrics
When the lights turn down
Reference to a moment of solitude or quietness when external stimuli decrease.
And there's no one round
Emphasis on the absence of people around, creating a sense of isolation.
And you're nowhere to be found
Expressing the feeling of being lost or disconnected from someone important.
I've got my stress to hold me down
The speaker relies on stress as a familiar companion in challenging times.
I mean lately
Introduction of a time frame ("lately") to set the context of the narrative.
I've been going back and forth I'm pacing
Describes the inner turmoil and indecision, possibly related to personal matters.
Why ask when it's yours for the taking
Rhetorical question suggesting that opportunities are available for the speaker.
How could music be if you my main thing
Questioning the impact of music when a significant person is absent.
Way too fast life's changing
Commenting on the fast-paced nature of life and the challenges it brings.
I've been keeping pace for my safety
Expressing the effort to maintain a steady pace for personal well-being.
Why would I care if you ain't me
Indifference to others' opinions or concerns, focusing on self-preservation.
Nobody cares if you're aching
Asserting that others are indifferent to the speaker's struggles or pain.
Hey relax
Encouragement to relax, possibly addressing the intensity of the situation.
What else could they say that's cap
Questioning the authenticity of what others say, implying skepticism.
It could drive you insane demon on your back
Describing a challenging situation that can lead to mental distress.
Messing up the place now I think it's last
Suggesting that the situation has reached a critical point or climax.
How can I stay down it only gets better
Optimistic outlook, acknowledging that situations tend to improve over time.
That's what they say although I've seen it never
Contrasting the positive outlook with personal experiences of limited improvement.
No I can't complain rather put it in a letter
Expressing a preference for addressing concerns through written communication.
Take this weight off my shoulders I can't take the pressure
Desire to alleviate the burdens and stresses, seeking relief.
I stop and think to myself
Pause for self-reflection, contemplating one's identity and situation.
Who would I be with no help
Acknowledging the significance of assistance or support in personal development.
It's so dark I can't tell
Expressing a state of confusion or lack of clarity, metaphorically represented as darkness.
Can't see two feet in front of myself
Literal and metaphorical reference to a lack of visibility and foresight.
When the lights turn down
Repetition of the earlier theme of solitude and reduced external stimuli.
And there's no one round
Reiteration of the absence of people, emphasizing isolation.
And you're nowhere to be found
Reaffirming the feeling of being lost or disconnected from someone important.
I've got my stress to hold me down
Reinforcement of relying on stress as a companion in challenging times.
I mean lately
Repeating the introduction of the time frame ("lately").
I've been going back and forth I'm pacing
Reiteration of inner turmoil and indecision, emphasizing internal struggles.
Why ask when it's yours for the taking
Rephrasing the rhetorical question about available opportunities.
How could music be if you my main thing
Repeating the questioning of the impact of music on personal connections.
Way too fast life's changing
Repeating the commentary on the fast-paced and changing nature of life.
I've been keeping pace for my safety
Reiteration of the effort to maintain a steady pace for personal well-being.
Why would I care if you ain't me
Reaffirming the indifference to others' opinions or concerns.
Nobody cares if you're aching
Reiterating the assertion that others are indifferent to the speaker's struggles or pain.
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