The core of the 36 sound is a combination of warm melodies and widescreen atmospheres, that is never shy from the abstract, but one that remains highly accessible. It's dreamy, introspective midnight music, and the perfect soundtrack for your own Strangely Isolated Place.
One
36 Lyrics
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Reason to be strong
But you don't like me, but you don't even know me
I will save me, I will save me
Please fight for me
Shut down in another light, in a hole not yet sewn
Words that make you sickened inside
And you bleed without halo
I can tell now, I can tell now
Please fight for me
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down
It's all inside, so far
It's all inside
One more word, I'm asking you to come and get it
You don't want to wake up and kiss it goodbye
Please fight for me
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down you don't know us all
Shut down
It's all inside, so far
It's all inside, so far
In "One", 36 is touching upon themes of strength, self-empowerment, and pushing through the storm. The chorus-line "Please fight for me" is an appeal to someone who is struggling, who needs help or support but feels that they don't have it. The line "Spill it all over, just like you used to" echoes this sentiment and suggests that one should not be afraid to let their emotions out and share their struggles with others. The line "Reason to be strong" speaks of finding motivation to keep going, even when things seem hopeless.
The following verse speaks of internal struggles and feelings of isolation. The lines "Shut down in another light, in a hole not yet sewn... And you bleed without halo" could be interpreted to mean that the person in question feels cut off from others and is suffering silently. However, the following line "I can tell now" suggests that 36 has noticed these struggles and is encouraging the person to open up.
The song ends with the repetition of "Shut down you don't know us all" and "It's all inside, so far", which again touches upon feelings of isolation and the importance of breaking down those walls to connect with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Spill it all over, just like you used to
Let your emotions and thoughts run wild, like how you did before
Reason to be strong
There is a motivation to stay resilient and robust
But you don't like me, but you don't even know me
You have an aversion towards me, even though you have no clue who I am
I will save me, I will save me
I will be the one to rescue myself from this situation
Please fight for me
I am requesting for your help and support
Shut down in another light, in a hole not yet sewn
Feeling trapped and vulnerable, in a situation that has not been resolved
Words that make you sickened inside
Hearing certain words that make you feel disgusted and uneasy
But you're sucked down in a steady strife
You are constantly struggling and going through a challenging period
And you bleed without halo
You are experiencing pain and hurt, without any sense of protection or support
I can tell now, I can tell now
I now understand the situation and what you are going through
Shut down you don't know us all
You are unwilling to listen and understand the perspectives of others
It's all inside, so far
All the emotions are contained within oneself, and has not been expressed outwardly
One more word, I'm asking you to come and get it
I am requesting that you communicate with me directly and clearly
You don't want to wake up and kiss it goodbye
You are hesitant to let go of something important to you
It's all inside, so far
All the emotions are contained within oneself, and has not been expressed outwardly
Shut down you don't know us all
You are unwilling to listen and understand the perspectives of others
Shut down you don't know us all
You are unwilling to listen and understand the perspectives of others
Shut down you don't know us all
You are unwilling to listen and understand the perspectives of others
Shut down
You are shutting down and not willing to engage in conversation or communication
It's all inside, so far
All the emotions are contained within oneself, and has not been expressed outwardly
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BROCK LINDOW, MICK WHITNEY, STEVEN HOLT, THOMAS NOONAN
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