Typical
Mutemath Lyrics
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There's nothing that can't be done
But how long should it take somebody
Before they can be someone
'cause I know there's got to be another level
Somewhere closer to the other side
And I'm feelin' like it's now or never
Can I break the spell of the typical?
Now I've lived through my share of misfortune
And I've worked in the blazing sun
But how long should it take somebody
Before they can be someone
'cause I know there's got to be another level
Somewhere closer to the other side
And I'm feelin' like it's now or never
Can I break the spell of the typical?
I'm the typical
I'm the typical
Can I break the spell of the typical?
Because it's draggin' me down
Oh, I'd like to know about when
When does it all turn around?
Yeah I know there's got to be another level
Somewhere closer to the other side
And I'm feelin' like it's now or never
Can I break the spell of the typical?
Break the spell (of the typical)
Break the spell (of the typical)
Can I break the spell of the typical?
In MUTEMATH's song "Typical," the lyrics explore the frustration of feeling stuck in a mundane routine and the desire to break free and achieve something greater. The opening lines, "Come on, can I dream for one day? There's nothing that can't be done. But how long should it take somebody before they can be someone," suggest that the singer is tired of feeling trapped in their current situation and longs for a brighter future. They recognize that there must be another level or opportunity out there, but they're not sure how to reach it.
The chorus repeats the idea that there must be another level somewhere, closer to the other side, and the singer feels like they need to take action now to break free from the typical and mundane existence they feel stuck in. The line "Because it's draggin' me down" further emphasizes the singer's frustration and feelings of being held back.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges that they have already faced challenges in life and worked hard, but they're still struggling to reach their potential. The repetition of the chorus reinforces that the singer is determined to break free from their current circumstances and find something greater.
Overall, the lyrics of "Typical" are a call to action to break free from the typical and mundane routine and to strive for something greater in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on, can I dream for one day?
Can I have hope for just a moment?
There's nothing that can't be done
All things are possible
But how long should it take somebody
How much time must pass?
Before they can be someone
Until they are recognized as a person of worth
'cause I know there's got to be another level
My belief that there is more than what exists
Somewhere closer to the other side
A different place, but near
And I'm feelin' like it's now or never
I sense that the moment has come
Can I break the spell of the typical?
Can I escape the ordinary?
Now I've lived through my share of misfortune
I have endured my fair share of suffering
And I've worked in the blazing sun
I have labored under difficult conditions
Because it's draggin' me down
It's becoming a burden
Oh, I'd like to know about when
When will things change?
When does it all turn around?
When will things get better?
Break the spell (of the typical)
Escape from the ordinary
Can I break the spell of the typical?
Is it possible to be something more?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL MEANY
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