Sharp Devil
Confronting Inner Demons: Struggles and Temptations
Lyrics
When will I stop fighting that sharp devil in my head
The singer questions when they will cease struggling with a troublesome inner demon or personal challenge.
When will life come easy all my doubts put to rest
The singer wonders when life will become simpler and all their uncertainties will be resolved.
I've tried to follow a straight and narrow path
The singer attempted to adhere to a moral and righteous way of life.
But I just can't stop fighting that sharp devil in my head
Despite efforts, the singer finds it challenging to overcome the aforementioned inner demon.
There isn't a promise I've found that I can keep
The singer feels incapable of fulfilling any promise or commitment they make.
Not for love not for friendship I've sold each one cheap
The singer has compromised important aspects like love and friendship for personal gain.
It's the price I pay to keep a bottle in my hand
The singer pays a significant price, possibly in terms of morality or personal values, to maintain their dependence on alcohol.
It's the price I'm pay pay paying for the life I've led
The singer acknowledges the consequences they're facing due to the life choices they've made.
Maybe tomorrow I'll find the strength that I lack
The singer hopes to find the strength they lack, potentially indicating a desire for personal improvement.
Maybe tomorrow I'll show the devil my back
The singer anticipates overcoming their inner demon or challenge in the future.
cnd when sweet temptation rears her lovely head
The singer refers to resisting temptation, symbolized as a beautiful entity.
I'll wrap a chain around my neck and fill my pockets with lead
The singer metaphorically suggests extreme measures, like self-harm, to resist temptation.
When will I stop fighting that sharp devil in my head
Repetition of the struggle against the inner demon, indicating the persistence of this battle.
When will life be easy all my doubts laid to rest
Similar to line 2, the singer yearns for a time when life will be uncomplicated and doubts resolved.
I've tried to follow a straight and narrow path
Repetition of attempting to lead a righteous life, yet failing due to the inner demon.
But I just can't stop fighting that sharp devil in my head
Reiterating the continuous struggle against the inner demon or challenge.
No I just can't stop fighting that sharp devil in my head
Re-emphasizes the persistent battle with the inner demon.
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