Take Me
Only Crime Lyrics
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My heart beats genocide
Tearing out all the crippled walls
Drawing fire from the mortal flaws
To take it in on the chin, don't want to face it
We generate our debate to try to place it
Fear the eyes of the blind and the fallen
We cauterize as the dream comes crashing down
And like a poison will coerce you
To the very brink of salient pathologies
Your own disease
And with the whole wide world against you
Is it any wonder that it brings you to your knees?
Make war on the fractured climes
Where the infirmed all run on time
I've cried for much less than you
And taken all your pain
Just like a lie you want to throw in the fire
That's how it feels to be exposed as a liar
You fall in line when there's nothing real
It takes hold of everything you feel
Your fear surrounds my soul
Your fear creates my light
Your words are not my life
No time to get it right
Your words are not my life
No time, gotta live but there's no
Time will take me down, it breaks me
Drowning in civility and losses justified
Words like tokens, eyes wide open
Staring down the epitaphs of virtue long denied
The lyrics of Only Crime's song Take Me concern the struggle of facing reality and coming to terms with personal flaws and weaknesses. The opening lines depict a sense of urgency and desperation, indicating a significant personal crisis. The lyrics communicate the idea that sometimes we need to tear down our own walls, confront our problems, and take responsibility for our mistakes. However, this process is not easy, and we may need to "take it in on the chin" and face the consequences of our actions.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of deceit, fear, and societal pressures. The lines "You fall in line when there's nothing real/ It takes hold of everything you feel" suggest a sense of conformity and a fear of standing out or being different. However, the song expresses that one must confront these feelings and not let them control our lives. The chorus speaks to the idea of conquering fear and taking control of our own lives, even in the face of opposition.
Overall, the song Take Me is about personal introspection, the need to face our fears, and the courage it takes to confront our flaws head-on. The lyrics express the idea that while this process may not be easy, it is necessary for personal growth and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Right now like a step outside
Feeling like being an outsider
My heart beats genocide
Heart palpitation due to anxiety
Tearing out all the crippled walls
Breaking down mental blocks
Drawing fire from the mortal flaws
Focusing on weaknesses
To take it in on the chin, don't want to face it
To accept defeat without resistance
We generate our debate to try to place it
Creating arguments to justify our stance
Fear the eyes of the blind and the fallen
Being cautious of ignorant and unsuccessful people
We cauterize as the dream comes crashing down
Reacting in panic as the plan fails
And like a poison will coerce you
Things that are bad for you can seem enticing
To the very brink of salient pathologies
Pushing you towards self-destructive tendencies
Your own disease
Your own negativity
And with the whole wide world against you
Feeling alone in your struggles
Is it any wonder that it brings you to your knees?
Is it any surprise that you feel defeated?
Make war on the fractured climes
Confronting difficult situations
Where the infirmed all run on time
Where people with weaknesses succeed
I've cried for much less than you
I've been through worse than you
And taken all your pain
I've empathized with your struggles
Just like a lie you want to throw in the fire
Hating yourself for being dishonest
That's how it feels to be exposed as a liar
Being ashamed of being caught in a lie
You fall in line when there's nothing real
Conforming to a fake reality
It takes hold of everything you feel
It divides your thoughts and emotions
Your fear surrounds my soul
Your anxiety affects me
Your fear creates my light
Your fear empowers me
Your words are not my life
Your opinions don't define me
No time to get it right
No opportunity to fix things
Time will take me down, it breaks me
The passing of time hurts me
Drowning in civility and losses justified
Being overwhelmed by social norms and justified failures
Words like tokens, eyes wide open
Words that sound promising, but being cautious
Staring down the epitaphs of virtue long denied
Reflecting on missed opportunities to be virtuous
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ZEPHIRE A WILLIAMS, WILLIAM STEVENSON, ZEPHIRE ANDRE WILLIAMS
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