Wavey
Navigating Chaos: The Strands' Reflection on a World in Turmoil
Lyrics
It's in the back of my mind
The speaker is acknowledging that a particular thought or feeling is present in their subconscious.
Can you hear it over all this??
The speaker questions if their thought or feeling is noticeable or audible amidst all the surrounding noise or distractions.
But at the drop of a hat
The situation or mood can change suddenly and without warning.
All of this could just go away
Despite its current presence, everything the speaker is referring to could vanish or cease to exist.
But it won't do any harm
The speaker reassures that whatever is happening won't cause any harm.
Do you feel me over all this??
Similar to line 2, the speaker questions if their presence or sentiment can be recognized amidst surrounding disturbances.
And they will tell you it's wrong
There are critics or naysayers who believe the speaker's sentiments or actions are incorrect or inappropriate.
I want this all to go away
The speaker expresses a desire for all current situations or feelings to disappear or be resolved.
Oh no worlds lost control
An exclamation that the world seems chaotic or out of control.
Kids on the street and
Observation of young people in challenging circumstances, possibly indicating societal issues.
Men on the dole
Reference to unemployed individuals, highlighting economic challenges or disparities.
Will this end? I will never know
The speaker acknowledges uncertainty about whether the observed situations will improve or end.
All this seems to come
Various challenges or issues arise frequently.
But never seems to go
Despite challenges arising, they seem persistent and do not diminish.
Where I'm from yeah that's mad
A comment suggesting surprise or disbelief about something being considered unusual or unconventional.
Wouldn't see me doing all this
The speaker indicates they wouldn't engage in certain actions or behaviors described.
And at the drop of a hat
Reiteration of line 3, emphasizing sudden changes or contradictions.
So contradicting
The situation or sentiment described is filled with contradictions or inconsistencies.
Honestly baffles me
The speaker expresses confusion or bewilderment about the situation or sentiment.
When you think that
The idea that one could live in a particular manner or state is presented for consideration.
You could live just like this
One could potentially experience life in a particular way, similar to what has been described.
And the rest of us
Implication that some individuals enjoy privileges or comforts, while others live in uncertainty.
Have to live tenuously
People, apart from the mentioned group, live in precarious or unstable conditions.
At the best but it's the best buzz
Despite challenges, there might be moments of pleasure or excitement.
Oh no worlds lost control
A repetition emphasizing that the world appears chaotic or out of control.
Kids on the street and
Similar to line 10, highlighting societal issues, especially concerning young people.
Men on the dole
Similar to line 11, emphasizing economic struggles or disparities among individuals.
Will this end? I will never know
Reiteration of uncertainty about the future or the resolution of observed issues.
All this seems to come
Challenges or problems continue to emerge or present themselves repeatedly.
But never seems to go
Despite challenges arising, they do not seem to diminish or fade away.
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