This Is the Life
7.4 Lyrics
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Quiet and alone in the back
With my arms crossed
Waiting for someone to wave back
I cant help it
But I feel comfortable alone
I don't need you to feel like you are responsible
This is my life
But the pressures slowly takes away my sanity
If I die now
Would I regret my decisions
Live it up because one day it is really gonna end
Where are you at when cuz need you to be right here
When the night falls fears starting to whisper in my ear
I can fix it, I just dont want to be alone
Its alright, not alright, indecision brings me fear
Unknown faces lookin at me all through night
Tears fill my eyes when I think of you its not alright
I cant help it
I just dont wanna be alone
Look at and tell me it will be alright
Can you see me
Quiet and alone in the back
With my arms crossed
Waiting for someone to wave back
I cant help it
But I feel comfortable alone
I don't need you to feel like you are responsible
This is my life
I get to decide what I will be
But the pressures slowly takes away my sanity
If I die now
Would I regret my decisions
Live it up because one day it is really gonna end
7.4's "This Is The Life" explores themes of loneliness and independence, and the balance between making your own decisions and the external pressures that can affect them. The opening verse depicts the singer as being withdrawn and waiting for someone to acknowledge them, but also finding comfort in being alone. They assert their agency by declaring that they don't need anyone to feel responsible for them. However, the pressures of life and constantly having to make decisions begins to take a toll on their sanity, making them question whether they would regret their choices if they were to die now. This sense of urgency and existential dread is highlighted with the line "Live it up because one day it is really gonna end."
The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer is comfortable being alone, yet still struggles with fears and uncertainty. They express a desire to not want to be alone and seek reassurance from an unknown person that everything will be alright. This duality of wanting independence while still needing human connection is a common struggle for many.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you see me
I am here, but I feel invisible and unnoticed
Quiet and alone in the back
I am distant and isolated, keeping to myself in the shadows
With my arms crossed
I am guarded and defensive, protecting myself from vulnerability
Waiting for someone to wave back
I am longing for connection and acknowledgement, but doubtful of receiving it
I cant help it
This is a part of who I am, it's not something I can change or control
But I feel comfortable alone
Despite the loneliness, I have found solace in being with myself
I don't need you to feel like you are responsible
I don't want anyone to feel responsible for my well-being or happiness, it is something I must handle myself
This is my life
My existence and experiences are under my control and direction
I get to decide what I will be
I have the freedom and autonomy to shape my own identity and purpose
But the pressure slowly takes away my sanity
The weight of expectations and demands can be overwhelming and detrimental to my mental health
If I die now, would I regret my decisions
I am questioning the choices I have made in my life and wondering if I have lived fully and with purpose
Live it up because one day it is really gonna end
We must seize the moment and make the most of our time, for life is fleeting
Where are you at when cuz need you to be right here
In times of need, I wish for the support and presence of my loved ones
When the night falls fears starting to whisper in my ear
My insecurities and anxieties are amplified when I am alone in the dark
I can fix it, I just dont want to be alone
I am capable of solving my problems, but I desire the comfort and security of having someone by my side
Its alright, not alright, indecision brings me fear
The uncertainty and ambivalence of decision-making fills me with dread and hesitation
Unknown faces lookin at me all through night
I feel like an outsider or stranger in my surroundings, surrounded by unfamiliar people
Tears fill my eyes when I think of you its not alright
When I contemplate my feelings for someone, it brings me emotional pain and turmoil
I cant help it
This is a part of who I am, it's not something I can change or control
I just dont wanna be alone
I crave companionship and human connection
Look at and tell me it will be alright
I seek reassurance and comfort from someone who can offer me hope and comfort
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Carl Vargas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
BigJim
Of all the homestead/build channels I watch, there are three that stand heads and shoulders above all others. Your channel I can truly say, you two are totally amazing. The refreshing part is you both know what you are doing, and that is, you know how to build the right way and not just blowing smoke. You are at the top of my list to watch.
Mike Player
Yeah, I have watched a good number of off-grid channels and have only subscribed to two (this channel being one if I'm not being clear). Both of the channels I'm subscribed to are very different, and I'm happy when a video drops on either - but happiest when this channel drops a video 😀
Dave Werrett
Greg you lucky bugger. You better appreciate Katie. I did a lot of what you are doing over the past 60 years but I never had a wife who would help the way Katie does. Congrats on the new purchase.
Andrew Simckes
Yes sometimes I do no not like how he takes care of Katie I find it so amazing that no matter what she is like oh that sure let's do that
Move into a bus oh yes let's do it
Build an off grid house oh yes let's do that
Dave Werrett
@Andrew Simckes just a thought. Maybe a lot of these ideas are Katie 's. She does seem to be the main leader of the couple. Good for her.
Tim Akers
@andrewsimckes5748 to me, it seems like Greg takes great care of Katie. I feel like she tackles some projects alone because she likes the challenge. They are a great pair from what we see.
Gino Zanga
Agreed Katie is a great woman, and bad ass
Arnold Romppai
My ex wife was the same way.. would never help with anything on the property or even so much as come out an hand me tools when working on something. But yet when a friend would come over with something for me to fix or weld she would make coffee snakes an bring them out to the shop. Make it look like she was a great partner. Yet by my self never bring a thing out or even come into shop. A fake.
Dave Engel
Greg and Katie. Love watching your channel from Northern Ontario. Love the can do attitude and just plain hard work without any religious crap that so many YouTube off grid channels ascribe too. Life is what you make of it with all the ups and downs but when two people like you set your mind to it life is a rewarding journey. May your journey find you all that you want from it.
Chris Sperry
Obviously I don't know you guys personally, but am truly happy for you. Inspiration is the only word that sums it up. Your channel has given me the confidence to tackle some goals on our property. Thank you.
Congratulations guys.