Lyrics
Used to be so easy
Reflecting on a time when understanding life was simple.
to figure out what's real
Expressing the ease of distinguishing reality.
Just go ahead and pinch yourself
Suggesting a method of self-confirmation through physical sensation.
and trust in what you feel
Encouraging trust in one's feelings.
Then came the expectations
Introducing challenges with societal expectations and disguised selfish motives.
and greed disguised as plans
Referring to greed masquerading as well-intentioned plans.
And all the justifications
Pointing out justifications used when situations spiral out of control.
when things got out of hand
Addressing the difficulties faced when circumstances become unmanageable.
Figure it out, figure it out
Emphasizing the need to find solutions or understanding.
Some day I'm gonna figure it out
Expressing optimism about eventually understanding life's complexities.
Figure it out, figure it out
Reiterating the determination to figure things out.
I guess I'm gonna figure it out
Acceptance of the process of figuring things out.
Figure it out
Reaffirming the commitment to resolving life's puzzles.
Too many strangers
Warning about the presence of deceptive individuals.
will sell you what they know
Highlighting the sale of knowledge by strangers.
How to put your best foot forward
Advising on presenting oneself positively.
and how to weather the blows
Guidance on facing challenges with resilience.
And there's tips and tricks and there's lottery picks
Listing various strategies and advice to navigate life.
and there's rituals you got to do
Acknowledging the existence of necessary rituals.
And all those voices, loud and clear
Pointing out the multitude of external opinions trying to guide.
got it all figured out for you
Emphasizing the importance of self-discovery.
Until you figure it out, figure it out
Reiterating the need to figure things out.
Somebody's got you figured all out
Suggesting that others may think they have you figured out.
Figure it out, figure it out
Expressing determination to understand life.
I guess I'm gonna figure it out
Acceptance of the ongoing process of figuring things out.
Figure it out
Reaffirming the commitment to resolving life's puzzles.
If you look back you're bound to lose track
Warning about the distractions of looking back in life.
Better keep your eyes on the road
Advising to focus on the present journey.
And if you look ahead far enough then we'll be dead
Highlighting the inevitability of mortality, regardless of actions.
Doesn't matter what you do or you don't
Emphasizing the insignificance of actions in the face of mortality.
It used to come so easy
Reflecting on a time when understanding life was simple.
It used to feel so real
Recalling the feeling of certainty and authenticity.
I used to know for a certainty
Expressing past confidence in the healing of hardships.
that all the broken bones would heal
Reiterating the commitment to figuring things out.
Figure it out, figure it out
Expressing determination to understand life.
Lord I'm gonna figure it out
Seeking guidance or resolution from a higher power.
Figure it out, figure it out
Reiterating the acceptance of the process of figuring things out.
I guess I'm gonna figure it out
Acceptance of the ongoing process of figuring things out.
Figure it out
Reaffirming the commitment to resolving life's puzzles.
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