Slow Fade
Embracing Life's Subtle Erosions
Lyrics
Wanna know why I stay awake
Expressing curiosity about the reasons for staying awake.
Wanna know why I keep it running
Questioning the motivation for keeping something (possibly life or a relationship) in motion.
Wanna know why I keep away
Seeking an explanation for maintaining distance or avoidance.
From the machina humming
Avoiding the constant noise of machinery or routine.
You know what takes a bigger man than I
Acknowledging a challenge that requires a greater level of maturity than the speaker possesses.
cnd breaks him down to nothing
Recognizing that a challenge breaks the speaker down to a state of nothingness.
It's the leak in the ceiling
Highlighting an issue symbolized by a leak in the ceiling.
The pebble in the shoe
Referring to minor but persistent discomforts or annoyances.
The never ending one and zero
Alluding to the never-ending binary code, possibly representing the digital nature of contemporary challenges.
The slightest turn
Emphasizing the impact of a slight turn or change.
The lightest burn
Highlighting the effect of a very mild burn or pain.
It's the low grade
Referring to a low-grade, persistent issue or challenge.
It's the slow fade
Emphasizing the gradual fading or deterioration of something.
Wanna know how I made it here
Expressing a desire to understand how the speaker reached the current situation.
Wanna know why I haven't jumped yet
Expressing curiosity about why the speaker hasn't given up or taken drastic measures.
I stay away from the casino
Avoiding risky behavior symbolized by staying away from the casino and not placing bets.
I never place a bet
Reiterating a cautious approach to avoid unnecessary risks.
It's the leak in the ceiling
Repeating the symbolism of a leak and discomfort.
The pebble in the shoe
Reiterating the idea of persistent minor annoyances in the space between two individuals.
cll the in between, in between me and you
Referring to the challenges and obstacles that exist between the speaker and someone else.
It's the goal-less game
Highlighting the futility or lack of direction in a particular pursuit or relationship.
The meaningless name
Emphasizing the lack of significance in a name or identity.
The darkness behind the bright lights
Pointing out the hidden struggles behind apparent success or brightness.
The slightest turn
Reiterating the impact of a slight turn or change.
The lightest burn
Reiterating the effect of a very mild burn or pain.
It's the low grade
Referring again to a persistent, low-grade issue or challenge.
It's the slow fade
Reiterating the gradual fading or deterioration of something over time.
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