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Wasting My Time
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Well, I don't want to see you waiting
I've already gone too far away
I still can't keep the day from ending
No more messed up reasons for me to stay

Well this is not for real
Afraid to feel
I just hit the floor
Don't ask for more
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my time
You can't stop the feeling
There is no reason
Let's make the call
And take it all again
Woah, again

Months went by with us pretending
When did our light turn from green to red?
I took a chance and left you standing
Lost the will to do this once again

Well, this is not for real
Afraid to feel
I just hit the floor
Don't ask for more
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my time
You can't stop the feeling
There is no reason
Just make the call
And take it all
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my time again
Woah, again

I see you waiting
Look so lonely
I see you waiting
I see you waiting

Well, this is not for real
Afraid to feel
I just hit the floor
Don't ask for more
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my time
You can't stop the feeling
There is no reason
Just make the call
And take it all
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my

Well, this is not for real
Afraid to feel
I just hit the floor
Don't ask for more
I'm wasting my time
I'm wasting my time
You can't stop the feeling
There is no reason
Just make the call
And take it all again
Woah, again

Overall Meaning

"Wasting My Time" by Default is a powerful song about struggling to move on from a past relationship. The opening verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer laments that he doesn't want to see his former partner waiting for him to come back. He acknowledges that he has gone too far away and that he can't keep prolonging the inevitable end to their relationship. The lyrics reflect a sense of hopelessness and a reluctance to deal with the pain that comes with ending a long-term relationship.


Throughout the song, the singer tries to come to terms with his broken heart and his fear of feeling that pain again. He repeats the phrase "This is not for real, afraid to feel" several times, highlighting how he is struggling to cope with the intensity of his emotions. He also acknowledges that he is wasting his time by holding onto a love that is no longer there, but he can't help himself from hoping for another chance.


The chorus of the song is the most memorable part of "Wasting My Time". The energetic and catchy melody, combined with the repetitive lyrics, creates a strong emotional pull that draws listeners in. The chorus suggests that the singer is trying to convince himself that he can move on and start afresh, but he can't ignore his feelings any longer. He sings that he can't stop the feeling and that there's no reason to continue wasting his time, but he also hints that he is not yet ready to let go.


Overall, "Wasting My Time" is a poignant and relatable song about heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on. The lyrics, combined with the powerful music and vocals, creates an emotional rollercoaster that is sure to resonate with listeners who have ever experienced the pain of a failed relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I don't want to see you waiting
I don't want to hold you back while I'm gone


I've already gone too far away
I've left and it's too late to change that


I still can't keep the day from ending
I can't stop time and delay the inevitable


No more messed up reasons for me to stay
I don't have any valid reasons to remain


Well this is not for real
This situation feels surreal to me


Afraid to feel
I'm scared to confront my emotions


I just hit the floor
I'm emotionally drained and exhausted


Don't ask for more
I can't handle any additional pressure or expectations


I'm wasting my time
I'm not being productive with my life


You can't stop the feeling
I can't deny my emotions any longer


And there's no reason
There's no valid explanation for my behavior


Let's make the call
Let's take a chance and make a decision


And take it all again
Let's start over and try again


Months went by with us pretending
We were pretending that everything was okay for months


When did our light turn from green to red
When did our relationship go downhill?


I took a chance and left you standing
I left without knowing what would happen next


Lost the will to do this once again
I don't have the desire to repeat this cycle


See you waiting
I see that you're still waiting for me


Lonesome, lonely
You're feeling alone and isolated


I'm wasting...
I'm not doing anything productive or meaningful




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dallas Smith, Danny Craig, Dave Benedict, Jeremy Hora

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Comments from YouTube:

Dizzy Fiftythree

I don't search for old songs, I search for the Memories hidden in it. 🤘🤘🤘

Deb Anderson

ArcticAirUltraPro

Love this… lyrics come back to me and finding the song/ nostalgia just hits ❤

Tuxedokitty

Beautiful comment.

Storm Chaser Lance Lee Catrell

Word.. 2023 still jamming it. 🤘

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Skook Nasty

This song turns 20 years old this year. I honestly feel old and all I want is to go back to the good times.

dutchie1010

truth brother. i was 20 when this hit. saw them live with nickelback around then

Joyce Fiore

I feel the same

She Devil

I swear tho 😮‍💨💔❤️‍🔥🖤

Dayzth0seWere

Man u ain’t nvr lie

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