Act Appalled
Circa Survive Lyrics
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We're not like them
To pull them in, make it seem like your in trouble
Make a sound, fake it enough.
What made you so scared?
Maybe your mistaken for someone who cares
If you remember, remember
I've been trying to get back to the center
I'm sure it's not like it was before
To make them drink, tell them that it's only water
No one leaves 'till we figure this out
What made you so scared?
Maybe your mistaken for someone who cares
If you remember, remember
I've been trying to get back to the center
I'm sure it's not like it was before
Patience
Both we and our words are over produced by influence
By influence
Patience
Both we and our words are over produced by influence
By influence
By influence
I'm only asking if you remember, remember
I've been trying to get back to the center
And I'm sure it's not like it was.
The lyrics of Circa Survive's "Act Appalled" are reflective of a person who is trying to maintain their true identity and not conform to societal expectations. The chorus highlights the individual's desire to remember who they truly are and to return to that center, to be authentic and true to themselves. The lines, "Will you walk straight? We're not like them," suggest that the singer stands out from the rest of society, and chooses not to conform to societal pressure, instead remaining true to their own beliefs.
The verse, "To pull them in, make it seem like you're in trouble, make a sound, fake it enough," is a commentary on people who use drama and theatrics to gain attention and sympathy from others. The lines, "What made you so scared? Maybe you're mistaken for someone who cares," further reinforce this idea, portraying society as fake and insincere, pretending to care for the sake of appearance.
The bridge of the song, "Patience, both we and our words are over-produced by influence," comments on the pressure people face to conform to society's standards and expectations. It suggests that people struggle to maintain their authenticity when their thoughts and words are heavily influenced by those around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you walk straight?
Can you keep moving forward without deviating from the path?
We're not like them
We don't want to be like the others
To pull them in, make it seem like your in trouble
To attract others, pretend that we are in need of help
Make a sound, fake it enough.
Create a noise that will capture attention, but don't overexaggerate
What made you so scared?
Why are you so fearful?
Maybe your mistaken for someone who cares
Perhaps people wrongly perceive me as someone who is empathetic
If you remember, remember
If you haven't forgotten, then recall that
I've been trying to get back to the center
I have been struggling to return to what is most important
I'm sure it's not like it was before
I don't think things will be the same again
To make them drink, tell them that it's only water
Persuade them to consume by convincing them it's harmless
No one leaves 'till we figure this out
We can't depart until a solution is found
Patience
Be calm and wait
Both we and our words are over produced by influence
Our actions and speech are influenced excessively by external factors
By influence
Due to the impact of others
I'm only asking if you remember, remember
I only ask that you recall
And I'm sure it's not like it was.
I am certain that the present is different than the past.
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@Tchild2
I am 50 years old and should have moved on to Frank Sinatra or something by now. I still love Circa Survive.
@preyfan
You are amazing !!! :D <3
@yourtubesteak
Age doesn't matter. You like what you like. This band is way cool.
@Raidenski
Both are great artists my dude. I'm half your age and I like both. Music is ageless, man.
@kalvinpaloma5891
listen to seven years too, maybe you'll age will fit with it. :D
@edgymcgee4601
Fuck yeah bro!
@genieboots4269
Listened to this as a teenage kid and now I'm 32 and a father and still feel the magic from this album.
@joelberlanga7876
Me too
@lovepeaceunity1010
I am you
@ElectricBikeReview
38 with no kids, sitting on the floor watching Netflix, eating a granola bar for dinner, listening an singing along with Anthony. Here’s an acoustic version for you https://youtu.be/0eLqV6EbBNw