Extinction
Embracing Fate: Navigating Life's Abyss with Structures' 'Extinction'
Lyrics
There's a hole in the center of Earth
Expresses the idea of a significant void or emptiness at the core of the Earth.
Where the rest of the world sinks
Suggests a global decline or deterioration, contrasting with the speaker's stationary position.
But I stand still, I never wanted to make a decision
Reflects the speaker's reluctance to make choices, possibly avoiding responsibility or consequences.
We live like fish in a salt water prison
Compares human existence to fish in a restrictive and harsh environment, possibly indicating a sense of confinement.
Hey, hey
An exclamation, possibly emphasizing a point or a transition in the narrative.
When the iron sinks I will swim instead
Anticipates a challenging situation ("iron sinks") where the speaker will navigate instead of sinking.
Why are you waiting for the sky to have its fun?
Questions the delay in facing difficulties, using the metaphor of the sky having its fun.
The clouds don't always block the sun
Reminds that obstacles (clouds) do not always obstruct the positive aspects of life (sun).
Don't wait for the world to slip away
Advises against passivity, urging not to wait for the world to deteriorate.
Don't wait for the world to slip away
Reiterates the warning against waiting for the world's decline, reinforcing a sense of urgency.
I've been standing on top of a thought that exists
Describes the speaker's position on a significant idea, possibly a burden or realization.
Withholding the pain till it's sent to my wrist
Suggests emotional pain held back until it becomes overwhelming, leading to self-harm.
As every day grows older, another weight adds to my shoulders
Expresses the accumulation of burdens and responsibilities over time.
Hey, hey
A repetition of "Hey, hey," possibly indicating a recurring theme or emphasizing a point.
When the iron sinks I will swim instead
Repeats the idea of swimming instead of sinking in challenging circumstances.
Hey, hey
A repetition of "Hey, hey," followed by a directive to self-reflect.
Take another look inside your head
Encourages introspection, looking inside one's head for understanding or clarity.
So who's the one with the mask on?
Ponders who is hiding their true self behind a metaphorical mask.
Cover your face at the thought of rejection
Associates covering one's face with the fear of rejection or social disapproval.
You, you are the one with the mask on
Identifies someone as the one with a metaphorical mask, hinting at hidden identity.
Find your fate before it's too late
Advises finding one's destiny before it becomes unattainable.
Why are you waiting for the sky to have its fun?
Repeats the question about waiting for the sky to have its fun, underscoring the urgency to face challenges.
The clouds don't always block the sun
Restates the idea that obstacles (clouds) do not always obscure positive elements (sun).
Don't wait for the world to slip away (to slip away)
Reiterates the warning not to wait for the world's decline.
And now I'm staring at the clouds
Shifts focus to observing clouds, symbolizing challenges, and anticipating rain on stable ground.
Let the rain pour down and soak this stable ground
Metaphorically suggests enduring challenges as long as life permits, maintaining silence.
As long as life allows, I'll continue not to make a sound
Expresses determination to remain silent despite life's challenges.
Get off your feet and fucking move
Issues a direct command to take action and move forward.
So who's the one with the mask on?
Repeats the question about hiding behind a mask, reinforcing the theme of concealed identity.
Cover your face at the thought of rejection
Reiterates the association of covering one's face with the fear of rejection.
You, you are the one with the mask on
Restates someone as the one with a metaphorical mask, emphasizing the hidden aspect.
Find your fate before it's too late
Repeats the advice to find one's destiny before it becomes unattainable.
Find your fate before it's too late
Reiterates the urgency of discovering one's fate.
Get off your feet and fucking move
Emphatically instructs action, urging to get off one's feet and move forward.
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