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'Cause I believe you'd unfold your paper heart and wear it on your sleeve
All my life I wish I broke mirrors instead of promises
'Cause all I see is a shattered conscience staring right back at me
I wish I had covered all my tracks completely
'Cause I'm so afraid, is that the light at the far end of the tunnel or just the train
Lift your arms, only heaven knows where the danger grows
And it's safe to say there's a bright light up ahead and help is on the way
I forget the last time I felt brave, I just recall insecurity
'Cause it came down like a tidal wave and sorrow swept over me
Depression please cut to the chase and cut a long story short
Oh please be done, how much longer can this drama afford to run
Fate looks sharp, severs all my ties and breaks whatever doesn't bend
But sadly then, all my heavy hopes just pull me back down again
I forget the last time I felt brave, I just recall insecurity
'Cause it came down like a tidal wave and sorrow swept over me
Then I was given grace and love
I was blind but now I can see
'Cause I've found a new hope from above
And courage swept over me
It hurts just to wake up whenever you're wearing thin
Alone on the outside
So tired of looking in
The end is uncertain
And I've never been so afraid
But I don't need a telescope to see that there's hope
And that makes me feel brave
The lyrics to .Owls.'s song "Wave" express feelings of insecurity and anxiety while also offering glimpses of hope and courage. The singer wishes they could manipulate the thoughts of another person in order to reveal their true feelings, and regrets their own mistakes and broken promises. They also express a fear of the future and a sense of being trapped, but find solace in the idea that help is on the way and that there is still hope for a better outcome.
The first verse of the song focuses on the singer's desire to connect with another person and understand them on a deeper level. They use the metaphor of crossing their arms and crossing the other person's mind to suggest that they wish they could influence their thoughts and emotions. The second line of the verse implies that the person they're thinking of is guarded or closed off, and that revealing their "paper heart" would be a significant gesture. The second half of the verse shifts to the singer's own regrets and guilt, as they wish they had made different choices in the past.
The pre-chorus introduces a sense of impending danger and uncertainty, with the singer wondering if they're heading toward a positive outcome or a negative one. The use of the train metaphor creates a feeling of being trapped or helpless, and suggests that the singer may be unable to control their own fate.
The chorus offers a glimmer of hope and possibility, with the idea that help is on the way and that there is a bright light up ahead. The use of the phrase "lift your arms" suggests a surrender or a willingness to be vulnerable, which could be a necessary step in finding help and support.
The second verse echoes the feelings of insecurity and anxiety from the first verse, with the singer admitting that they feel more uncertain and less brave as time goes on. The use of the tidal wave metaphor emphasizes the overwhelming nature of these emotions, and the idea that they can sweep over a person suddenly and without warning.
The bridge introduces a new perspective, with the singer addressing their own depression as a separate entity. They address depression directly and plead for a resolution to the ongoing drama of their life. The use of the phrase "cut a long story short" suggests a desire for quick and decisive action.
The final chorus offers a resolution to some of the tension and anxiety from earlier in the song. The singer finds hope and courage in their newfound faith, and is able to face the uncertainty of the future with a greater sense of peace and optimism.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish I could cross my arms and cross your mind
I wish that I could make you think of me by just crossing my arms, as I believe that it would make you open up and show me your true feelings
'Cause I believe you'd unfold your paper heart and wear it on your sleeve
I believe that you would become vulnerable and show your true emotions if you were to open your heart like a piece of paper and wear it on your sleeve
All my life I wish I broke mirrors instead of promises
In hindsight, I wish I had shattered mirrors instead of breaking promises, because now I am haunted by my guilt and my broken conscience
'Cause all I see is a shattered conscience staring right back at me
Every time I look in the mirror, I see my broken conscience staring back at me, and it makes me feel guilty and ashamed
I wish I had covered all my tracks completely
I wish that I had hidden all the evidence of my wrongdoing, as I am now filled with fear and uncertainty about what's to come
'Cause I'm so afraid, is that the light at the far end of the tunnel or just the train
I am so scared and uncertain about my future that I don't know if the light I see in the distance is the end of my troubles or just another source of danger
Lift your arms, only heaven knows where the danger grows
Raise your arms up high, for only God knows where the danger lies and how to keep you safe
And it's safe to say there's a bright light up ahead and help is on the way
It's safe to assume that there is hope for the future, and that there is help on the way to guide me through my troubled times
I forget the last time I felt brave, I just recall insecurity
I can't remember the last time I felt courageous, but I do remember feeling insecure and doubtful of myself
'Cause it came down like a tidal wave and sorrow swept over me
I felt overwhelmed by my problems and emotions, as they came crashing down on me like a tidal wave
Depression please cut to the chase and cut a long story short
I wish that depression would just get to the point and end my problems quickly, instead of dragging on and making my life miserable
Oh please be done, how much longer can this drama afford to run
Please let this end, because I can't take any more of this pain and suffering
Fate looks sharp, severs all my ties and breaks whatever doesn't bend
It seems as though destiny is being cruel to me, cutting me off from what I hold dear and breaking me down if I don't adapt
But sadly then, all my heavy hopes just pull me back down again
All the dreams and expectations that I had weigh me down and keep me from moving past my problems
Then I was given grace and love
I was shown kindness and compassion, which helped me overcome my struggles and find hope for the future
I was blind but now I can see
I was once lost and confused, but now I have clarity and a sense of purpose
'Cause I've found a new hope from above
Because I have discovered a new source of hope and faith that comes from a higher power
And courage swept over me
I was filled with bravery and strength that helped me overcome my fears and doubts
It hurts just to wake up whenever you're wearing thin
Waking up in the morning is painful when you're emotionally drained and feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges
Alone on the outside
Feeling like an outsider and not fitting in with others
So tired of looking in
Tired of being self-reflective and introspective, and wishing for a sense of purpose or direction
The end is uncertain
The future is unknown, and it's difficult to plan for what's to come
And I've never been so afraid
I am more scared than I have ever been before
But I don't need a telescope to see that there's hope
I don't need advanced tools or knowledge to know that there is a chance for a better future
And that makes me feel brave
Having hope and faith gives me the strength to be courageous and face my problems head on
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, SCHUBERT MUSIC PUBLISHING INC., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MATTHEW THIESSEN, ADAM YOUNG
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