Final Days
Navigating Life's Twilight: Michael Kiwanuka's Haunting Final Days
Lyrics
Lying on the ground
Feeling helpless and defeated, lying down.
Feeling like a dyin' man
Feeling like he's close to death or completely worn out.
No reality
There's a sense of detachment from reality.
Fading memories
Memories are starting to fade away.
Following the crowd
Going along with what others do, losing individuality.
Coulda been a stronger man
Regret for not being stronger in character or resolve.
Plead insanity
Expressing a feeling of being driven to a point where reasoning seems lost.
I will die in these
Acknowledgment of feeling trapped or resigned to a fate.
Final days on the planet
Recognition of being in the final phase of existence.
Here we are, on the ground
Currently in a state of being down or defeated.
Every day, automatic
Life feels like a repetitive cycle, lacking variation.
Here we are, goin' 'round and 'round and 'round
Stuck in a monotonous routine, going in circles.
Cryin' on the phone
Expressing emotions openly, trying to convey a message through a call.
Tryin' to make you understand
Attempting to make someone comprehend a situation or feelings.
Livin' honestly
Struggling to live truthfully or authentically.
Is so hard for me
Difficulty in being honest due to various reasons.
Such a heavy load
Feeling burdened by responsibilities or emotions.
You know I really need a friend
Desire for companionship and support from a friend.
You should walk with me
Requesting someone's presence and solidarity.
We belong in these
Belief that both individuals belong together in these difficult times.
Final days on the planet
Reiteration of being in the final phase of existence.
Here we are, on the ground
Current state of feeling down or defeated, similar to line 11.
Every day, automatic
Repetition of a monotonous, automatic life.
Here we are, goin' 'round
Continuation of the circular, unchanging routine.
Final days on the planet
Re-emphasis on the final phase of existence and feeling worn out.
Failing arms, breaking down
Feeling physically and emotionally exhausted, losing strength.
Every day, automatic
Continuing in the repetitive, automatic daily life.
Here we are, goin' 'round and 'round and 'round
Reiteration of being stuck in a cycle, going nowhere.
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