Lyrics
There's a height I couldn't reach
Expressing inability to achieve a certain height metaphorically.
Though I bought the wings to carry me
Despite having the means or tools, still unable to reach that height.
There's a feeling never found
An emotion or sensation that remains elusive.
Though I bought the words to bring it out
Despite having the language or ability, unable to express that feeling.
But then maybe I was better naive
Suggesting a sense of regret for gaining knowledge and losing innocence.
Maybe I was better when I couldn't see
Reflecting on a time when ignorance might have been preferable.
I felt the water over me
Feeling overwhelmed or submerged by something, possibly difficulties.
A cold and lonely welcoming
Describing an unwelcoming, isolating experience.
Not a sign they said I'd find, nor the warmth of the sire's hand in mine
Not finding expected signs or guidance; absence of expected support.
But then maybe I was better naive
Reiterating the potential value of innocence or ignorance.
Maybe I was better when I couldn't see
Continuing the sentiment of possibly being better off unaware.
I have seen a friend-turned-martyr bleed
Observing a friend who turned into a martyr, emphasizing the sacrifice.
And for what?
Raising a question about the purpose or justification of the sacrifice.
For what a stranger taught to us?
Questioning the source or legitimacy of the teachings causing the sacrifice.
With no authority to speak?
Highlighting the lack of authority or credibility in the teachings.
It's always the loudest who voice only their ignorance [2x]
Noting that those who are the most vocal often display ignorance.
With no authority to speak?
Reiteration of lacking authority in their expression.
The rock should be an anchor for the weak
Stating the ideal role of a rock as a stabilizing force for the weak.
Not this
Expressing dissatisfaction or disappointment with the current state.
This unfulfilling
Describing the current situation as unfulfilling.
This subtle guilting
Pointing out a subtle form of guilt or manipulation present.
A prophet of sympathy
Referring to someone as a prophet of sympathy, potentially criticizing.
With no authority to speak
Reiteration of lacking authority in expression.
It's always the loudest who voice only their ignorance [2x]
Reiterating the idea that the most vocal often display ignorance.
With no authority to speak?
Reiteration of lacking authority in their expression.
And no sense in reasoning
Stating there's no logic or reason in the situation being described.
Maybe I was better naive
Repeating the contemplation of whether ignorance was better.
Maybe I was better when I couldn't see
Continuing the sentiment of possibly being better off unaware.
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