Lyrics
Please take a hammer to my eyes
Expresses a desire for a drastic change or transformation by suggesting a violent act (symbolized by a hammer to the eyes) to bring an end to deception.
That would be the end of all the lies
Emphasizes the belief that such an extreme action would put an end to falsehoods or deceit.
I'd still hold so tight
Despite the proposed violent change, there is a commitment to holding onto the broken fragments of the truth, possibly highlighting the complexity of reality.
To the shattered pieces of glass I see
Continues the metaphor of shattered glass, indicating a fragmented perception of the world, yet a determination to cling to these broken pieces.
The whole world through (Judgemental fool)
Describes the perspective of the narrator as that of a "judgemental fool," implying a critical and possibly harsh view of others. The term "Judgemental fool" is a self-aware acknowledgment of this tendency.
Please take a hammer to my eyes
Repetition of lines 1-5 for emphasis on the desire for a radical change, acknowledging the challenge of breaking away from a judgmental perspective.
That would be the end of all the lies
-I'd still hold so tight
-To the shattered pieces of glass I see
-the whole world through (Judgemental fool)
-I'm a judgmental fool
Confession of being a judgmental individual, recognizing a personal flaw.
I swear I'm trying hard
Expresses a commitment to self-improvement, indicating a conscious effort to overcome the judgmental nature.
I'm a judgmental fool
Reiterates the self-awareness of being a judgmental person and the ongoing effort to change.
I see through colour and dirt
Claims to see beyond surface appearances ("colour and dirt") and perceives deeper truths.
Fire and water, I
Repetition of lines 13-16, possibly to reinforce the internal struggle against judgmental tendencies and the ability to see beyond superficial aspects.
We fail to see the true colours
-The true colours of you and me
-The reality
-Is that we've only got an image of each other (Image of each other)
-(Judgemental fool)
-I'm a judgmental fool
-I swear I'm trying hard
-I'm a judgmental fool
-I see through colour and dirt
-Fire and water, I
-I try not be so hard on myself
Expresses an attempt to be more forgiving and understanding towards oneself, acknowledging the challenges of being human and embracing imperfections.
I try (I try)
-Not to be so hard on myself
-For being human
-Only human
-I'm a judgemental fool
Repetition of lines 13-16 and 25-29, emphasizing the ongoing effort to overcome judgmental behavior and see the world with clarity.
I swear I'm trying hard
-I'm a judgemental fool
-I see through colour and dirt
-Fire and water, I
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