Lyrics
Let’s go back to when we didn’t know
Reflecting on a time when ignorance was bliss and unawareness prevailed.
And we could have cared less
Indifferent attitude towards certain matters, suggesting a carefree approach.
What came first now comes last
Shift in priorities, where what was once important now takes a backseat.
And we settle for second best
Acceptance of mediocrity, settling for less than the best.
Waking up is hard to do
Highlighting the difficulty of facing reality upon waking up.
When you’ve waited for the dawn
Metaphorically waiting for a new beginning or positive change.
If I can’t be what you want me to be
Expressing the challenge of conforming to others' expectations.
Don’t leave the light on
Suggesting not to keep hope alive if the desired change is not possible.
I could tell you where I’ve been
Offering to share personal experiences but considering the emotional impact on the listener.
But it would make you feel alone
Anticipating a sense of loneliness or isolation resulting from the shared experiences.
We don’t recall what we’ve given up
Forgetting or neglecting the sacrifices made until the current situation feels unsatisfactory.
Until what we have feels wrong
Realizing the value of what has been given up when the present seems inadequate.
Waking up is hard to do
Reiterating the difficulty of facing reality upon waking up.
When you’ve waited for the dawn
Continuing the metaphor of waiting for positive change.
If I can’t be what you want me to be
Reiterating the challenge of meeting others' expectations.
Don’t leave the light on
Advising against maintaining hope when one cannot fulfill expectations.
Why do we only seem to care
Questioning the selective nature of caring, often only when others are absent.
When there’s no one else around
Noticing a tendency to act differently when there is no one else around.
I pull the shade where my bed’s been made
Creating a metaphorical barrier to avoid confronting the consequences of actions.
But I don’t what to lay down
Expressing reluctance to confront or deal with the current situation.
Waking up is hard to do
Reiterating the challenge of facing reality upon waking up.
When you’ve waited for the dawn
Continuing the metaphor of waiting for positive change.
If I can’t be what you want me to be
Reiterating the difficulty of conforming to others' expectations.
Don’t leave the light on
Emphasizing the advice not to maintain hope when one cannot meet expectations.
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