Alternate Mentality
Navigating Life's Maze: Old Knives' 'Alternate Mentality' Unveiled
Lyrics
Apathetic, and tired every day
Expressing a lack of interest and energy, feeling fatigued on a daily basis.
Life is boring when you've got bills to pay
Life becomes dull and uninteresting when burdened with financial responsibilities.
Wondering if you're cut out for this
Questioning one's suitability for the challenges and demands of life.
Time's a circle, you've seen it all before
Reflecting on the cyclical nature of time, having experienced similar situations repeatedly.
Same old story, always wanting more
Describing a recurring pattern of always desiring more despite past experiences.
Hoping that there's a point to this
Expressing a sense of hope and anticipation for discovering meaning or purpose.
Take your time you know you're never gonna find out why everything feels so wrong, but I hope you'll try
Encouraging the listener to take their time in understanding the reasons behind their discontent, expressing uncertainty and a desire for exploration.
I can be like the people on TV
Expressing a desire to conform to societal expectations, resembling the idealized portrayal of people on television.
Smile harder and don't forget to breathe
Advising to put on a fake smile and remember to breathe, possibly implying the need to maintain a facade.
Why does it always end like this
Expressing frustration or disappointment about recurring patterns that lead to unsatisfactory outcomes.
Sign the papers and get the pictures framed
Referring to the formalities of life, such as signing papers and framing pictures, possibly indicating societal expectations.
Buy a coffin so you can not be blamed
Suggesting a metaphorical death or detachment from societal norms, avoiding blame and responsibility.
When you're gone and they're still doing this
Reflecting on the continuation of societal routines even after one's departure.
Take your time you know you're never gonna find out why everything feels so wrong, but I hope you'll try
Reiterating the need for patience in understanding the source of dissatisfaction, expressing hope for self-discovery.
Settle down collect yourself and try hard not to drown in bottle caps and broken glass, I hope you find what you need and find it fast
Encouraging the listener to settle down, regain composure, and avoid succumbing to negative influences like alcohol and broken relationships.
Take your time you know you're never gonna find out why everything feels so wrong, but I hope you'll try
Repeating the theme of patience and the search for answers to the feeling of discontent.
Settle down collect yourself and try hard not to drown in bottle caps and broken glass, I hope you find what you need and find it fast
Reiterating the advice to settle down, find oneself, and swiftly discover what is needed for fulfillment.
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