I Think Therefore I Am
A Moment's Worth Lyrics


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I close my eyes, dear, and begin my life. You know sometimes, I fear, I'm
Not even alive—I'm just a breath in time (but I could be more).
I'm just a waste of time (and I can't tell what I'm good for).

Awakened by an explosion.
Gasping for air.
I realize I'm breathing but I'm not so sure that I'm alive at all.
Do your thoughts drive you insane when something inside keeps
Saying that you can't live your life this way?

I close my eyes, dear, and begin my life.
You know sometimes, I fear, I'm not even alive—I'm just a breath in time
But I could be more
(And a breath won't last).
I'm just a waste of time and I can't tell what I'm good for
(But your time has passed you).

So now I stand on my own and feel the weight of choices I have made alone.
You know it kills me to live so consciously.
So consciously, I fight my fears for my control of me. So I can break free.

To live for others I believed was something that's a part of me and sure
Enough I aimed to please 'til there was nothing left of me.
I was no altruist but I gave myself away. Thinking it'll all make sense one
Day.
One day it will make sense to me.

All the ears we spent so desperate to find answers we already knew if we
Close our eyes.
And just look inside ourselves and think,
"Am I really who I want to be or do I live for someone else's dream? Am I
Living someone else's dream? "
(You know that you can start over again).
No one else can live my life so it's time to live it consciously right now.

I'm feeling more alive than I have ever felt and I'm a sacrifice to no one.
And when I close my eyes, I'll know I did my best, it's time to rest.

I close my eyes, dear, and begin my life.
You know sometimes, I fear, I'm not even alive—I'm just a breath in time
But I could be more
(And a breath won't last).
I'm just a waste of time and I know what I'm good for.

Oh the way these thoughts, they complicate our happy endings;
It's never ending.
The battles that I've fought have brought me to my knees.

Oh the way these thoughts...

So now I stand on my own and feel the weight of choices I have made alone.
You know it kills me to live so consciously.
So consciously, I fight my fears for my control of me.
So I can break free.





Break free.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Think Therefore I Am" by A Moment's Worth are a reflection on personal growth and the struggle to find one's true identity. The singer begins by acknowledging that there are times when he feels like he's barely alive, just a "breath in time," and he's not sure what he's good for. But he also notes that he could be more and that a breath won't last forever. In the chorus, he tries to reassess his life, closing his eyes to find a new beginning and to face his fears.


The second verse is about self-sacrifice and the dangers of living for others without considering oneself. The singer believes that he has lost himself in trying to please others, but he hopes that someday it will all make sense. The bridge calls for introspection, urging listeners to ask themselves whether they are living their own dream or someone else's. The song ends on a positive note, with the singer feeling more alive than ever before and willing to take control of his life.


The overall message conveyed by "I Think Therefore I Am" is that people should be true to themselves and make conscious decisions rather than getting caught up in pleasing others or living life unconsciously. The song speaks to the universal human experience of questioning one's place in the world and striving for personal growth.


Line by Line Meaning

I close my eyes, dear, and begin my life.
I take a moment to start fresh, with a clear mind and a renewed sense of purpose.


You know sometimes, I fear, I'm not even alive—I'm just a breath in time (but I could be more).
I worry that I'm not fully living and making the most of my time, but I know that there's potential for me to be more than just a fleeting moment.


I'm just a waste of time (and I can't tell what I'm good for).
I feel useless and unsure of my purpose.


Awakened by an explosion. Gasping for air. I realize I'm breathing but I'm not so sure that I'm alive at all.
I am suddenly jolted into reality, but I'm not quite sure if I'm truly living or just going through the motions.


Do your thoughts drive you insane when something inside keeps Saying that you can't live your life this way?
Do you ever feel trapped and restricted by your own thoughts, wondering if there's a better way to live?


(And a breath won't last).
I know that life is fleeting and time is precious.


(But your time has passed you).
You've wasted too much time already.


So now I stand on my own and feel the weight of choices I have made alone.
I take responsibility for my choices and face the consequences, no matter how difficult it may be.


You know it kills me to live so consciously.
Being aware and intentional about my actions can be exhausting and overwhelming.


So consciously, I fight my fears for my control of me.
I actively work to overcome my fears and take control of my own life.


To live for others I believed was something that's a part of me and sure Enough I aimed to please 'til there was nothing left of me.
I used to think that putting others first was a part of my identity, but in doing so, I lost sight of myself.


I was no altruist but I gave myself away. Thinking it'll all make sense one Day.
I thought that sacrificing myself for others would eventually lead to a sense of purpose or understanding, but it only left me feeling empty and lost.


One day it will make sense to me.
I still hope that someday, all of my struggles and sacrifices will come together and make sense.


All the ears we spent so desperate to find answers we already knew if we Close our eyes.
We often search for answers outside of ourselves, when in reality, we already know what we need to do if we take a moment to reflect.


And just look inside ourselves and think, 'Am I really who I want to be or do I live for someone else's dream? Am I Living someone else's dream?' (You know that you can start over again).
We should take the time to question whether we're living a life that truly aligns with our own dreams and desires, and know that it's never too late to make a change.


No one else can live my life so it's time to live it consciously right now.
I realize that only I can make the most of my life, and I choose to do so by living intentionally and with purpose.


I'm feeling more alive than I have ever felt and I'm a sacrifice to no one.
By taking control of my life and living for myself, I feel more alive and fulfilled than ever before, and I refuse to sacrifice myself for anyone else's sake.


And when I close my eyes, I'll know I did my best, it's time to rest.
When I reflect on my life, I know that I gave it my all, and it's time for me to rest.


Oh the way these thoughts, they complicate our happy endings; It's never ending. The battles that I've fought have brought me to my knees.
Our own thoughts and fears can often hinder our happiness and progress, leading to prolonged struggles and emotional exhaustion.


Break free.
A declaration to break free from the struggles and limitations of the past, and embrace a new beginning with newfound freedom and strength.




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