Breathing
A Prime Circle Lyrics
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Stop the world
Stop the time
It's always running
Just trying to catch my breath
Just trying to take it in
Unfold and calculate
Oh, here's to the good times
The bad times
The times that could have been
To the wrong times
The right times
I know we'll breathe again
Until then
Until then
Suppose that we got older
Suppose that we'd begin
Suppose that I stopped running
It could begin again
Suppose in life we made it
I'm never looking back
I'm never looking back, yeah
Oh and the hardest part of letting go
And not easy to believe
And sometimes you'll just never know
Gets harder to perceive
You're gone, yeah, oh
You're long gone, oh
Suppose that we got older
Suppose that we'd begin
Suppose that I stopped running
It could begin again
Suppose in life we made it
I'm never looking back
I know you can see it, now
Can't feel it, after all
Seems it's us versus time
I think we made up our minds
All that is left is just to see
Supposing we got older now
Supposing we'd begin
Supposing I stopped running
It could begin again
Suppose in life we made it
I'm never looking back
I'm never looking back, oh
And no, no, no, no
Suppose that we got
Suppose that we got
I'm never looking back
Yeah, no, no, no, no, no
(I'm never looking back)
I'm never looking back
Here's to the good times
The bad times
The times that could (Have been)
The lyrics of A Prime Circle's song "Breathing" convey a sense of urgency and a desire to pause the chaotic nature of life. The opening lines, "Step back, Stop the world, Stop the time, It's always running," reflect a feeling of being overwhelmed and a need for a break. The singer expresses their struggle to catch their breath and make sense of everything that is happening around them.
The following lines, "Just trying to catch my breath, Just trying to take it in," suggest a longing for a moment of clarity and calmness amidst the fast-paced nature of life. The singer wants to fully absorb and understand their surroundings but finds it challenging to do so.
The phrase "unfold and calculate, concentrate and reach for something" can be interpreted as an encouragement to gather oneself, focus, and strive for something meaningful. It implies the need to take control and make intentional choices to navigate through life's challenges.
The chorus, "Here's to the good times, The bad times, The times that could have been, To the wrong times, The right times, I know we'll breathe again," acknowledges the ups and downs of life. It recognizes both the past experiences and the potential future ones, instilling hope that no matter the circumstances, there is always a chance to find solace and peace.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of growth and reflection. The lines "Suppose that we got older, Suppose that we'd begin, Suppose that I stopped running, It could begin again" suggest a desire for personal growth and a willingness to learn from past mistakes. The singer realizes that by taking a step back, ceasing to run away from problems, and embracing change, new beginnings can emerge.
The recurring phrase "I'm never looking back" signifies a determination to move forward without dwelling on past regrets. It signifies a decision to let go of what cannot be changed and focus on the present and future. It represents a mindset of resilience and optimism.
Overall, the lyrics of "Breathing" encapsulate the struggle to find inner peace in a chaotic world, the need to pause and gather oneself, and the importance of embracing life's challenges and uncertainties while remaining hopeful for future possibilities.
Line by Line Meaning
Step back
Take a moment to pause and reflect
Stop the world
Temporarily halt the chaos and distractions around us
Stop the time
Put a halt to the constant ticking of the clock
It's always running
Time never stops progressing, constantly moving forward
Just trying to catch my breath
Struggling to find a moment of respite and relaxation
Just trying to take it in
Attempting to fully absorb and comprehend the situation
Unfold and calculate
Analyze and evaluate the circumstances
Concentrate and reach for something
Focus and strive to attain a desired outcome
Oh, here's to the good times
Celebrating the moments of joy and happiness
The bad times
Acknowledging the challenging and difficult experiences
The times that could have been
Reflecting on the missed opportunities and what might have happened
To the wrong times
Recognizing the moments of mistakes and regrets
The right times
Appreciating the occasions where things went well
I know we'll breathe again
Having confidence that we will find relief and restoration
Until then
During the period until that happens
Suppose that we got older
Imagine a scenario where we age and mature
Suppose that we'd begin
Hypothesize that we start anew
Suppose that I stopped running
Consider the possibility of ending the constant running or fleeing
It could begin again
It has the potential to restart and recommence
Suppose in life we made it
Envision achieving success and fulfillment in life
I'm never looking back
Determined to move forward and not dwell on the past
Oh and the hardest part of letting go
Acknowledging the difficulty of releasing attachments
And not easy to believe
Finding it challenging to accept or trust
And sometimes you'll just never know
Occasionally, there are things that remain unknown or unclear
Gets harder to perceive
Becomes increasingly difficult to understand or grasp
You're gone, yeah, oh
You have departed or vanished
You're long gone, oh
You have been gone for a considerable period of time
I know you can see it, now
I believe you can now understand or comprehend
Can't feel it, after all
Unable to sense or experience it, despite everything
Seems it's us versus time
It appears to be a battle between us and the passage of time
I think we made up our minds
I believe we have reached a decision or conclusion
All that is left is just to see
The only remaining thing is to wait and observe
Supposing we got older now
Speculating about growing older in the present moment
Supposing we'd begin
Imagining a fresh start or commencement
Supposing I stopped running
Considering the idea of ceasing the act of running away
Suppose in life we made it
Assuming that we achieved success and fulfillment in life
And no, no, no, no
Expressing denial or disagreement
Suppose that we got
Imagine if we obtained
I'm never looking back
I am determined to keep moving forward
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: NEIL BREYTENBACH, ROSS ANDREW LEARMONTH
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@zandilemadonsela1811
As a black township lil girl everyone thought I was weird for listening to this song and many more. I will forever hold the Prime Circle closer in my heart ❤️
@kram9076
Same here. My mom says I'm white. But I just love music in general and I recently went to their concert, it was amazing didn't want it to end.
@BrunoSilva-vb5gj
Music is not about “colours” but good taste.
Kind regards.
@izziennegerwel
Same but still loved all music
@iwasspecial5444
Same same, I'm a dude and growing up watching TV, I'm still here searching for something to reminisce, hey help me look for it? I forgot the title
@doretbezuidenhout5448
Find the song sleeping satelite you will simply love it
@NitaSwanepoel
I am very proud to be a South African and I'm also proud that Prime Circle is truly a South African band. No South African singer must step back for the greatest singers in the world.
@fowtrot
No one is the best, just grateful for prime circle adding their voice to my chapter in life. Never looking back
@mandlakhanye4707
Fucking best SA Band by miles. I never miss seeing them live each time they perform in my hood
@ca9968
A real pity you weren`t around when Saron Gas (Now Seether) were around...the late 90`s were a treasure trove of great local bands in SA...