Lyrics
Their shadows are tearing me
The shadows of something or someone are causing significant distress or harm to the speaker.
Into tiny pieces
The speaker feels torn apart into small fragments, possibly indicating emotional or psychological pain.
I don’t know where I am
The speaker is disoriented and doesn't have a clear sense of their location.
I just remember frustration
The speaker recalls a feeling of frustration, suggesting a past experience that left a lasting impact.
Why does a second
The speaker questions the subjective experience of time, wondering why a brief moment feels prolonged.
Seem so long
The elongated perception of time adds to the speaker's distress or impatience.
This can’t be a dream because
The speaker dismisses the possibility of the situation being a dream, emphasizing its harsh reality.
This pain feels real
The speaker acknowledges a profound emotional pain, describing it as authentic and not imaginary.
Only time can heal
Time is presented as the only remedy for the pain, suggesting a process of healing and recovery.
Real
Reiteration of the authenticity of the pain, emphasizing its reality.
My conscience is telling me
The speaker's inner sense of right and wrong urges them to progress and leave the past behind.
that I have to move on
The speaker expresses uncertainty about the direction to take in moving on from a difficult situation.
I don’t know where to go
The speaker is lost and doesn't have a clear path forward, signifying a struggle with the future.
I need to unlearn my weakness
The speaker recognizes the need to overcome personal vulnerabilities and limitations.
Why does a second
Similar to line 6, the speaker questions the perceived duration of a moment, emphasizing the psychological impact of the experience.
Seem so long
The prolonged perception of time persists, contributing to the speaker's sense of distress.
This can’t be a dream because
Reiteration that the situation is not a dream but a challenging reality.
This pain feels real
Restatement of the genuine and intense nature of the emotional pain experienced by the speaker.
Only time can heal
Reemphasis on the healing power of time as the only way to alleviate the profound pain.
Real
Reiteration of the authenticity and reality of the emotional pain endured by the speaker.
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