Sum Of Parts
22 Lyrics


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No One Hears You
Sing It Again Again Again
It's Not About You
We Knew This From The Start
We Are More Than The Sum Of Our Parts

Sing It Again Again Again
It's Not Even True
Well Our Logic Will Relapse
As Realities Collapse
And No One Wants To See Them Go

Why Why Would You Cry Out
When There's No No One There
You You Are Making Sounds
Sounds That No One Hears

Wearing You Out
You're Not All
You're Not One
You're Full Of Love Alone You're On Your Own
Why Would You Cry When No One Hears You

Been Holding On To Long
And No
No One Cares

Sing It Again Again Again
It's Not About You
We Knew This From The Start
We Are More Than The Sum Of Our Parts

Sing It Again Again Again
It's Not Even True
Well Our Logic Will Relapse
As Realities Collapse
And No One Wants To See Them Go

You Keep Keep On Crying Out
And It Still Makes No Sense
Afraid Afraid That It's A Case
A Case Of Pretense

Could You Just Shut Up
Shut Up And Cry And Let It Out
Not Knowing Why You Would Go So Deep
Within Your Body Shut It Down

You're Sounding Just Like Me
Are You A Yes Or A No-body

Information Never Consolates
Theories They Isolate
You Need To Stop Figuring Out
Why You Want To Scream And Shout
Wearing You Out
You're Not All
You're Not One




You're Full Of Love Alone You're On Your Own
Why Would You Cry When No One Hears You

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in "Sum Of Parts" by 22 explore themes of isolation, the struggle for validation, and the complex nature of identity.


The opening lines, "No One Hears You / Sing It Again Again Again / It's Not About You / We Knew This From The Start / We Are More Than The Sum Of Our Parts," suggest a sense of invisibility and being unheard. The repetition of "sing it again" implies a desire to be acknowledged and understood. It highlights the frustration of feeling like one's voice is not being heard, and that their existence is not taken into consideration.


As the lyrics continue, "Well Our Logic Will Relapse / As Realities Collapse / And No One Wants To See Them Go," it seems to express a pessimistic view on the state of the world. The idea of "logic relapsing" and "realities collapsing" suggests that there is a disillusionment and a lack of understanding in society. The line "No one wants to see them go" may refer to people's unwillingness to confront uncomfortable truths and face the consequences, further perpetuating a sense of isolation.


The lines "Why Why Would You Cry Out / When There's No No One There / You You Are Making Sounds / Sounds That No One Hears" delve deeper into the feelings of abandonment and frustration. The juxtaposition between crying out for help and the absence of anyone to listen intensifies the feelings of isolation and loneliness. The repetition of "no one hears" emphasizes the disregard faced by the singer.


The later part of the song introduces the idea of self-doubt and questioning one's own identity. "You're Sounding Just Like Me / Are You A Yes Or A No-body" suggests a confusion about one's own sense of self and questioning if they are significant or just another face in the crowd. The lyrics also touch upon the futility of seeking answers or justification from external sources, as information and theories can often isolate rather than console.


Overall, "Sum Of Parts" portrays the struggle to be seen and heard in a world that often overlooks individuals. It explores the complexities of identity and the emotional toll of feeling isolated and misunderstood.


Line by Line Meaning

No One Hears You
You are feeling unheard and unnoticed by others.


Sing It Again Again Again
You keep trying to voice your thoughts and feelings repeatedly.


It's Not About You
You realize that the situation or problem at hand is not solely centered around you.


We Knew This From The Start
You and others were aware of this fact right from the beginning.


We Are More Than The Sum Of Our Parts
Together, we possess qualities and capabilities that go beyond what each individual can do alone.


Sing It Again Again Again
You continue to repeat your message, hoping to be heard and understood.


It's Not Even True
You realize that some statements or beliefs are not based on reality or facts.


Well Our Logic Will Relapse
Our logical thinking will falter or weaken.


As Realities Collapse
The truth and current state of affairs become distorted and uncertain.


And No One Wants To See Them Go
People are resistant to accepting or acknowledging the unraveling of realities.


Why Why Would You Cry Out
Why do you express your emotions and frustrations so loudly?


When There's No No One There
Despite your emotional outburst, there is no one present to listen or offer support.


You You Are Making Sounds
You are using your voice to communicate, but it seems futile as nobody is paying attention.


Sounds That No One Hears
The sounds you produce go unnoticed and unheard by others.


Wearing You Out
Constantly trying to be heard and understood is exhausting and draining.


You're Not All
You are not solely defined by the external challenges or circumstances you face.


You're Not One
You are not an isolated individual, but part of a greater whole.


You're Full Of Love Alone You're On Your Own
Although you may feel lonely, you still possess love and the ability to care for yourself.


Why Would You Cry When No One Hears You
There is no reason to express your emotions through tears when nobody is listening or paying attention.


Been Holding On To Long
You have been holding onto something for too long, possibly a burden or unresolved issue.


And No No One Cares
There is a lack of concern or empathy from others towards your struggles.


Could You Just Shut Up
It is suggested that you stop talking or making noise.


Shut Up And Cry And Let It Out
Instead, it is encouraged for you to release your emotions by crying and expressing yourself.


Not Knowing Why You Would Go So Deep Within Your Body
Uncertain of the reason behind your intense emotions that manifest internally.


Shut It Down
Suppress or control your emotions and thoughts.


You're Sounding Just Like Me
Your way of expressing yourself now resembles mine.


Are You A Yes Or A No-body
You are questioning whether you are someone who affirms or someone who remains passive.


Information Never Consolates
Receiving information or knowledge does not bring comfort or solace.


Theories They Isolate
Abstract concepts and theories tend to separate or isolate individuals from their experiences.


You Need To Stop Figuring Out
It is advised that you cease trying to solve or comprehend everything.


Why You Want To Scream And Shout
Questioning the reason behind your desire to express your emotions loudly and forcefully.


You're Sounding Just Like Me
Your way of expressing yourself now resembles mine.


Wearing You Out
Continuously attempting to be heard and understood becomes physically and mentally exhausting.


You're Not All
Your identity is not solely defined by external circumstances or problems.


You're Not One
You are not an isolated individual but part of a larger interconnected system.


You're Full Of Love Alone You're On Your Own
Although you may feel lonely, you still have love within you and the ability to self-care.


Why Would You Cry When No One Hears You
There is no reason to shed tears when nobody is there to listen and acknowledge your emotions.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Per Kristian Trollvik, Mats Paulsen, Magnus Boermark, Andreas Kjoel Berg

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Arek Ciborski

For me 22 is just a mystery. You are a group that make unique music and is active since early 2000s, though still barely known. 22 is keep performing in many countries, but it's nearly impossible to find any detailed information of it's members on the Internet (excluding a short article on the Wikipedia in norwegian). A bit unclear idea of HAL22000 or Akira being... And to make things even more confusing, there's an album on your Spotify page called Chapter 22, which basically is a kind of rap music of someone else (??).

Anyway, Magnus voice being so clean and open and Mats, Andreas and Fredrik playing in literally a mathematical way makes me think you are creat... wait... I'm creating something greatly uncommon ;)

Joan Liechti

Discovered these dudes yesterday live, YOU ALL HAVE TO SEE THEM PLAY LIVE! Crazy good and talented guys! ❤ love it!

22newenergymusic

Thank you, Joan!

Nico

Wow, i get serious Queen feelings from that intro

22newenergymusic

That is a huge compliment. Thanks.

Bastienne Simon

They are delivering some serious Queen/Muse vibes, that's why I was so excited to see them live 2 days ago.
Turns out, they have a new singer now :(

22newenergymusic

Yeah. Sometimes things have to change. Let's embrace it.

Alexandra Urbán

Amazing concert in Bratislava.. ❤️ And a question.. which place in the video? I hope you will come in Budapest the next year❤️

Magnus Børmark

Hey !! thank you ! it is a small mining-village in Norway called MALM

Aidan B

wow, just found you guys. Love it!

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