Extra Ordinary Thing
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As I sit here spitting and churning, oh, its clear its happening right now to me
Make it special for a loved for a stranger peace is hard to hard to come by
Extra ordinary thing
Why not believe in something something's got to be better than nothing
Just because its the end of the beginning doesn't mean its the beginning of the
End
Failing fractured broken busted all for nothing sing my heart out for a stranger
Extra ordinary thing song my heart out for a stranger extra ordinary thing
The opening line "Cheer up it might never happen" is a common phrase used to console someone and suggest that their worries might be unfounded. However, in this song, the lyrics suggest that the opposite is true: "it might never happen" is followed by "oh, it might never happen we'll see," suggesting that the worst-case scenario is a distinct possibility. As the singer reflects on their current state, they acknowledge that they are "spitting and churning" - in other words, they are struggling with something deep and uncomfortable.
Despite this, the chorus urges listeners to find meaning in their lives by making things "extraordinary" for themselves and for others, whether they are loved ones or strangers. The choice to "believe in something" is presented as a powerful alternative to a sense of meaninglessness and despair. The lyrics remind us that even when things seem to be falling apart or heading towards an end, it doesn't have to be the end of the story. The idea of singing their heart out for a stranger suggests that reaching out to others can be a powerful way to connect and find purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
Cheer up it might never happen, oh, it might never happen we we'll see
Don't worry and stay optimistic, there is a chance that the bad things we fear may not happen, but it's hard to believe when faced with current difficulties.
As I sit here spitting and churning, oh, its clear its happening right now to me
The singer is going through a tough time and is feeling very emotional and overwhelmed by their current situation.
Make it special for a loved for a stranger peace is hard to hard to come by
It's important to cherish and appreciate the people in our lives, whether they are friends, family or strangers. Finding peace and happiness can be difficult in life.
Extra ordinary thing
Life itself is an extraordinary thing, with all its ups and downs, and we should appreciate it.
Why not believe in something something's got to be better than nothing
We should have faith and trust that good things can happen, as it's better than feeling like there's no hope or positivity to be found.
Just because its the end of the beginning doesn't mean its the beginning of the End
Even when things feel like they are coming to an end or a change is happening, it doesn't mean it's the end of everything. Life is cyclical and things have a way of working out.
Failing fractured broken busted all for nothing sing my heart out for a stranger
Despite feeling defeated and broken, the singer is expressing their emotions through music and reaching out to connect with others who may be in a similar situation.
Extra ordinary thing song my heart out for a stranger extra ordinary thing
Again, the singer is emphasizing that the act of singing and connecting with others through music is an extraordinary thing, even if it's for a stranger.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MATTHEW NICHOLAS HALES
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