Easier
Unveiling the Struggles: A Melodic Narrative
Lyrics
When you came behind the counter you moved just like a marionette
Describing the way someone approached, resembling a puppet controlled by strings.
Just a fragile apparition of the person that I once met
Noting the fragility of the person, a mere semblance of the individual from the past.
Seemed like the world could see the skeleton beneath the skin
Suggesting a vulnerability, where the person's true nature is visible to the world.
Another puritan who never lost the taste for sin
Referring to someone as a puritan who still holds a liking for sinful activities.
I always know when you’re in trouble by the colour that you dye your hair
Observing changes in appearance as an indicator of trouble, highlighted by hair dye and artificial lenses.
And the artificial lenses hiding all the thoughts that got you there
Artificial elements conceal the thoughts, with anticipation that one day the truth will be revealed.
One day they’ll fall like scales and let the light on through
Expecting a revelation or transformation when the facade falls away, letting in the light.
And it won’t break my heart to see your brown eyes blue
Expressing readiness for the person's true self to emerge, even if it involves seeing sadness in their eyes.
When all the rain stops rattling the rooftops
Describing a moment after a period of uncertainty or waiting for something significant.
After days of waiting for the other shoe to drop
Imagery of waiting for an inevitable event or revelation.
When it’s easier
Referring to a state of being "easier," possibly implying a resolution or clarity.
Flip off the zenith if it isn’t living up to its name
Suggesting a rejection or defiance of something not meeting expectations, like the zenith.
We’ll watch September fall to greys and browns and beige
Depicting a change in seasons, with September transitioning to dull colors.
While cross the river they’ll be living out their salad days
Contrasting different experiences across the river, where others enjoy carefree days.
Tied to the mast and rowing faster as the chorus sways
Symbolic imagery of being tied to responsibilities while striving to move forward.
When all the rain stops rattling the rooftops
Reiteration of a moment after a period of anticipation or uncertainty.
After days of waiting for the other shoe to drop
Continuation of the theme of waiting for an inevitable event.
When it’s easier, we won’t mind
Reiterating the idea of things becoming easier, implying a positive change.
When it all comes down and the sun goes blind
Anticipating a time when challenges are overcome and clarity is achieved.
When it’s easier, they’ll know we were the vines that held
Suggesting the speaker's role in supporting and sustaining the surroundings during difficult times.
The walls upright, for all this time
Highlighting the speaker's contribution to maintaining stability over an extended period.
When all the rain stops rattling the rooftops
Repetition of the idea of waiting for a significant event or revelation.
After days of waiting for the other shoe to drop
Continuation of the theme of waiting for the other shoe to drop.
When it’s easier
Reiteration of the concept of things becoming easier, possibly with a sense of resolution.
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