Lyrics
Well this superstitious fool is pacing, clinging to a charm
Describing someone superstitious and anxious, holding onto a charm tightly.
Gripping it so tightly, it's sure to leave a scar
The person holds the charm so tightly that it might leave a scar due to the grip.
The bullet beads and sweaty palms give away the hand
Physical signs like bullet beads and sweaty palms indicate nervousness and stress.
Looks like it's all but over
It seems like something is coming to an end, suggesting no chance for a return or continuation.
No encore for the band
There won't be an additional performance (metaphorical 'encore') for the situation.
Play it again
Repeating the idea of playing the scenario again or reliving it.
Appreciation for absurdity might keep this fool alive
Recognizing and finding value in the absurdity of the situation may help in surviving.
Broken hearts and scattered parts, insanity aside
Despite emotional turmoil (broken hearts), acknowledging the irrationality of the situation.
The crown placed on a north star that's faded out of view
An achievement (crown) based on something that has lost its significance.
Shattered into worry of The Ever Turning Screw
Feeling shattered and anxious about the unstoppable march of time ('The Ever Turning Screw').
Play it again
Repetition of the desire to redo or replay the situation.
Another sun goes down
A new day ends, possibly suggesting a recurring cycle of struggles.
If it's all the same
Indifference to the repetitiveness of events or situations.
Leave the lights on low
Keeping a minimal light on, possibly symbolizing hope amidst difficulties.
Got no faith in the weather
Lack of trust in anything, not even the natural elements like weather.
Let alone them or anything
Complete skepticism or distrust toward others or anything.
But I keep on lying, and crying, and trying to convince myself
Continuously deceiving oneself and experiencing emotional distress while doing so.
What's surviving without a crutch tethering you?
Questioning the ability to survive without reliance on something comforting (a crutch).
Not even trying, yet again
Failing to make an effort to slow down or change the course of events for positive change.
To slow the roll enough for a breakthrough
Awareness of the need to pause or halt the negative progression but failing to do so.
The gutter's broken
A metaphorical description of a dysfunctional or collapsed situation.
Undertaker's cup is overflowing
An abundance of negativity or death, possibly implying overwhelming despair.
Don't let it get you down
An encouragement not to be disheartened by the circumstances.
Don't let it get you down
Repeated encouragement to stay positive despite the unnoticed struggle.
Don't let it get you down
-It goes unnoticed
-Like a dying dream it makes no sound
Comparing the struggle to a fading dream that goes unnoticed and unheard.
You'll come around
Reiteration of the idea that things will eventually get better.
You'll come around
-You'll come around
-Another sun goes down
Repetition of the acceptance of the day ending, displaying a sense of resignation.
If it's all the same
-Leave the lights on low
-Got no faith in the weather
Lack of trust in anything, including the weather or people.
Let alone them or anything
Complete skepticism or distrust towards external factors or others.
But I keep on lying, and crying, and trying to convince myself
Continued self-deception and emotional turmoil while attempting to believe otherwise.
What's surviving without a crutch tethering you
Questioning the possibility of survival without relying on support (a crutch).
Not even trying, yet again
Failing to attempt or initiate positive change or improvement.
To slow the roll enough for a breakthrough
The realization of needing to slow down for a significant positive change but not doing so.
Enough for a breakthrough
Expressing the hope for a breakthrough or positive change.
Got no faith in the weather
Repetition of skepticism and self-deception, questioning survival without reliance on support.
Let alone them or anything
-But I keep on lying, and crying, and trying to convince myself
-What's surviving without a crutch tethering you
-Not even trying, yet again
-To slow the roll enough for a breakthrough
Failing to attempt or initiate positive change or improvement, once again.
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