Lyrics
They don't wanna give him a break
People are unwilling to give him a break or a chance.
He's falling on his sword
He is taking responsibility for his actions, facing the consequences.
And those that give and take
Those who both give and take, possibly referring to relationships or interactions.
And pound upon your door
Pressure and demands from others, symbolized by pounding on the door.
Culture says "the days go on and on"
Cultural expectations suggest that time continues endlessly.
Safety net, the burden of your cause
The safety net represents the support system, burdened by a personal cause or responsibility.
She said to listen, when you should speak
Advice to listen when appropriate, contrasting with the need to speak up.
Staying when you should leave
Remaining in a situation when it's advisable to leave.
Falling on your sword again
Repeating the theme of taking responsibility for one's actions, facing consequences.
You pick a life and play pretend
Choosing a life path and pretending to live it, possibly indicating a lack of authenticity.
Run from girls you haven't met
Avoiding meaningful connections and experiences with new people.
And waste the time you have to spend
Wasting available time on unproductive activities.
You watch and wait
Observing and waiting for something to happen.
You stand out in a crowd
Standing out in a crowd, possibly feeling conspicuous or different.
They were laughing loud
Others laughing loudly, suggesting a sense of isolation or being misunderstood.
Looking through your glass
Viewing life through a metaphorical glass, possibly feeling detached.
Watch the hours pass
Watching time pass without actively participating in life.
Scream and shout, do it for yourself
Encouragement to express oneself and pursue goals for personal satisfaction.
Safety net, caught him as he fell
The safety net catching someone as they fall, symbolizing support in times of need.
She said to listen, when you should speak
Reiteration of the advice to listen at appropriate times and speak up when necessary.
Staying when you should leave
Choosing to stay in situations when leaving would be more beneficial.
Falling on your sword again
Repeated theme of taking responsibility and facing the consequences of one's actions.
You pick a life and play pretend
Choosing a life path and pretending to live it, possibly indicating a lack of authenticity.
Run from girls you haven't met
Avoiding meaningful connections and experiences with new people.
And waste the time you have to spend
Wasting available time on unproductive activities.
If you could find another life
Contemplating the possibility of a different life path.
A different way to waste your time
Seeking an alternative way to spend time, possibly more meaningful or fulfilling.
Accidental alibi
An unintentional excuse or explanation for actions.
She turn her shoulder, waves goodbye
Someone turning away and saying goodbye, possibly indicating disappointment or rejection.
You watch and wait
Observing and waiting for something to happen.
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