Lyrics
And a jet could take me far
Expresses the desire for a jet to take the speaker far, possibly seeking escape or a change in life.
But I couldn't escape this feeling
Despite the jet, the speaker feels unable to escape a lingering emotion or situation.
That I don't know where I'm bound
Uncertainty about the destination or purpose in life, a sense of being lost or directionless.
If I did get away
Contemplation of the possibility of escaping, raising questions about the current situation.
Am I trapped or just worn down?
Reflects on whether the speaker is truly trapped or just worn down by circumstances.
I work hard and miss my family
Balancing the demands of hard work with the longing for family, highlighting personal sacrifices.
And the wheels of industry
Mentions the relentless operation of industrial machinery, possibly symbolizing the grind of life.
Keep on grinding away
Emphasizes the continuous and unyielding nature of industrial processes.
This is life on the outside, yeah
Repetition underscores the theme of life outside the current situation, suggesting a longing for change.
This is life on the outside, yeah
-This is life on the outside, yeah
-As the engines start to roar
The roar of engines symbolizes a powerful force or change in motion.
We keep working to keep this feeling
Despite the noise, there is a collective effort to maintain a certain feeling or state.
We're not human anymore
Suggests a loss of humanity, possibly due to the dehumanizing effects of repetitive work.
We're just ticking away
Life is reduced to a mechanical ticking, implying a lack of personal agency.
The machine is on our side
Posits the machine as an ally, perhaps indicating dependence on technology or industry.
As it was, as it's in the beginning
References a cyclical nature, drawing parallels between the past and the present.
It's becoming self-aware
Introduces the concept of self-awareness in the machine, suggesting a potential threat or evolution.
And we're fading away
The speaker and others are gradually fading away, possibly losing identity or significance.
This is life on the outside, yeah
Repeated affirmation of the current state of life outside, emphasizing its impact.
This is life on the outside, yeah
-This is life on the outside, yeah
-This is life on the outside, yeah
Repetition reinforces the overarching theme of life on the outside, highlighting its significance.
This is life on the outside, yeah
-This is life on the outside, yeah
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