Wooden Boy

Embracing Life's Flames: A Journey of Survival and Connection
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Lyrics

if all i am is flesh and blood, i might as well be dog food

If my existence is only physical, then I might as well be insignificant or expendable.

and if all it was was just a test, i think i passed.

If life was a test, the speaker believes they have successfully overcome it.

ill wear the clothes, ill eat the food, ill whisper the words but its not true

The speaker engages in societal norms but feels a disconnection, suggesting a lack of authenticity.

cos im alive and i dont know why. im just so glad I found you

The speaker expresses gratitude for being alive without understanding the reason for their existence.


fire away. ill make sure you remember

The speaker challenges others to criticize or attack them, intending to leave a lasting impression.

fire away. ill make you all remember me

A repetition of the challenge to be remembered, suggesting a desire for a lasting impact.


my adrenaline flows, im loath to waste it

The speaker feels a surge of energy and is reluctant to waste it.

im creeping so close i can almost taste it

The speaker is approaching something desirable and can almost experience it.

i block your way, and you cannot leave me

The speaker obstructs someone's path, insisting they stay and not leave.

you have got to stay. stay

The speaker emphasizes the need for the person to stay, possibly out of fear of abandonment.


im waterproof and see-through, they said survive and, i will.

The speaker claims resilience and transparency, promising to survive challenges.

and if you move i shoot you, so stay completely still.

A warning to remain still, with the speaker prepared to take action if there's movement.

your mind is dead with these old ideals.

Critique of outdated or conventional beliefs that may be hindering intellectual growth.

your mouth is shut.

Commentary on the silence or suppression of opinions or expressions.


and i dont want space, because space is so cold,

The speaker rejects the idea of personal space, possibly preferring closeness over isolation.

fire away. ill make sure you remember

Reiteration of the challenge to be remembered, emphasizing a forceful impact.

fire away. ill make you all remember.

A repetition of the desire to be remembered, reinforcing the importance of leaving a lasting impression.

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