Thinkin'
Unraveling the Mind: Steve Forbert's Reflection on Overthinking
Lyrics
Well [E] don't ya go [A]thinkin', and [E] thinkin', and [B] thinkin'
Cautioning against excessive and repetitive thinking.
and [E] thinkin' so [A] much 'till you're [E] stranded be[B]hind
Warning about the consequences of overthinking, leading to being stuck or left behind.
[E] Don't ya go [A] thinkin', and [E] thinkin', and [B] thinkin',
Reiterating the advice to avoid continuous and excessive thinking.
and [E] thinkin' so [A] much 'till you're [B] losin' your [E]mind
Highlighting the risk of losing one's mind by overthinking.
There's so [G#min] many [B]depressions all [C#min]plowed in your [E] brain
Describing the presence of numerous challenges or negative thoughts in the mind.
[A]Trace 'em too [E]far, and they'll drive you [B] insane
Warning that dwelling too deeply on problems can lead to insanity.
[A]You're twisted so [E] tight now, you [A] hardly can [E] talk
Describing a state of extreme stress, making communication difficult.
Get out in the [F#min]daylight and [A] go for a [B] walk
Suggesting a remedy by encouraging outdoor activity like walking in the daylight.
All the tension inside has gone through to your face
Noting the physical impact of internal tension on one's face.
You're flashin' your madness all over the place
Observing that one's mental state is outwardly visible to others.
You stand in the hallway an' try to explain
Depicting an attempt to explain oneself in a challenging situation.
I look in your eyes, I see shackles an' chains, aw
Seeing visible signs of emotional burden and restraint in the eyes.
You're chasin' some notion you've misunderstood
Suggesting a pursuit of a misunderstood or misguided idea or goal.
You're tryin' so hard, can't you tell it's no good?
Noting the futile efforts and the realization that the pursuit is not beneficial.
You analyze everything into a "No"
Pointing out an over-analytical approach leading to negative outcomes.
You're fallin' apart, you got nothing to show
Describing a state of falling apart with nothing to show for the efforts.
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