Bittersweet
Trenches Lyrics
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Look at me I’m apprehensive with every breath I take
Thinking this comes easy
There’s no answer to a reason that never had a rhyme
As I walk across the
Across the broken bones of those I have slain
I can see the ending
I can see the end in sight but the cycle starts again
So why won’t you lay with me, my bittersweet sanctioned melody
My movements held captive
It’s captivating how we shutter in the face of it
My intentions struggle looking forward to the faucet
to wash away the blood
Oh no, oh god, I cannot believe I’ve let it slip away from this again
So why won’t you lay with me, my bittersweet sanctioned melody
Come alive, breathe
And liberate the hearts of our wicked nation
And childish minds
Slow down the beating process of our endeavors
Just strengthen our demeanor
Slow down the beating process of our endeavors
And come within the light
The song "Bittersweet" by Trenches is a melancholic reflection of a person's struggles with their own thoughts and inner demons. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is in turmoil, taking in the destruction they have caused and feeling apprehensive with every breath they take. They are aware that they have no answers or reasons for the things they have done, but even as they walk across the broken bones of those they have slain, they see the cycle starting again.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of guilt, regret, and the desire for companionship. The singer struggles with their intentions and their own mortality, yearning for someone to lay with them, to provide them with a bittersweet melody, and to help them wash away the blood. The lyrics suggest that the person feels alone, like they are the only one going through these struggles, and they are looking for solace in someone else.
The chorus encourages the person to come alive, breathe, and liberate their hearts from the wickedness of their mind. The lyrics suggest that by slowing down the beating process of their endeavors, they can strengthen their demeanor and come within the light. In essence, the song is a reminder that even when we feel like we are alone, struggling with our own thoughts and demons, there is always hope for solace and companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at my disaster
I am struggling and everything in my life is in chaos and ruins.
Look at me I’m apprehensive with every breath I take
I am anxious and fearful about everything, even the smallest actions I take.
Thinking this comes easy
I thought life would be easier, but it's not and I am struggling.
There’s no answer to a reason that never had a rhyme
There is no explanation for why I am struggling, it just seems random and chaotic.
As I walk across the
As I navigate through this difficult and challenging journey of life,
Across the broken bones of those I have slain
I have hurt and caused harm to others along the way, and their pain haunts me.
I can see the ending
I can see the end of this struggle and pain.
I can see the end in sight but the cycle starts again
Although the end is near, I know that life will continue to bring struggles and pain, and the cycle will just start over again.
So why won’t you lay with me, my bittersweet sanctioned melody
I am asking for comfort and someone to be with me during this difficult time.
My movements held captive
I feel trapped and unable to move forward or escape my struggles.
It’s captivating how we shutter in the face of it
It's interesting to see how we freeze and become paralyzed in the face of our struggles.
My intentions struggle looking forward to the faucet
Even when I try to move forward and make progress, I struggle and can't seem to find a way out.
to wash away the blood
I want to cleanse myself of the pain and guilt I feel from harming others and myself.
Oh no, oh god, I cannot believe I’ve let it slip away from this again
I am frustrated and upset that despite my efforts, I still can't escape my struggles and pain.
Come alive, breathe
I am urging myself and others to keep going and keep living, despite the struggles we face.
And liberate the hearts of our wicked nation
I am calling for change in our society and for people to break free from the negative cycle we are trapped in.
And childish minds
I want people to shed their immature or selfish attitudes and become more compassionate and empathetic.
Slow down the beating process of our endeavors
We need to take a step back and slow down in order to achieve our goals and make progress.
Just strengthen our demeanor
We need to toughen up and be resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks.
And come within the light
We need to strive towards positivity and hope, and leave behind the darkness and pain.
Contributed by Aubrey C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.