Can't Last Forever
Aaron Sprinkle Lyrics
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Nails are broken, digging in.
I found the key to your deception
But I failed to find direction.
Yes I guess I made it through,
Barely working thanks to you.
If it's one more go, I just don't know
If I could stay to see the show.
If you ever try to steer,
You will find me here.
'Cuz what is left is getting thin.
We better hold on.
Something's about to give
Under the weight of this.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
Shake me until I'm wide awake.
It's more than I can take.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
My ears are ringing, head is spinning
From the feeling I've been getting.
Paper castle in my chest protect my heart,
Please do your best.
I'm feeling borrowed, feeling blue
You didn't notice shame on you.
My fire is dying, going out.
This bridge is burning to the ground
If you ever try to steer,
You will find me here.
'Cuz what is left is getting thin.
We better hold on.
Something's about to give
Under the weight of this.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
Shake me until I'm wide awake.
It's more than I can take.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
Take it back, say it never was
Take it back, say it never was
We better hold on.
Something's about to give
Under the weight of this.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
Shake me until I'm wide awake.
It's more than I can take.
Can't last forever,
Forever.
The lyrics to Aaron Sprinkle's "Can't Last Forever" describe the struggles of a relationship that is coming to an end. The singer is feeling exhausted and defeated, with broken nails and a sense of being lost. They had found out about their partner's deception, but were unable to find a way to fix things. The relationship is hanging by a thread, and the singer is uncertain whether they can "stay to see the show" if there is "one more go." They feel that something is about to give under the weight of their problems, and they are looking for a way to wake up from the situation they are in.
The lyrics also bring up the idea of a "paper castle" in the singer's chest, which is protecting their heart. They feel worn down and "borrowed," and are facing the fact that their partner didn't notice or care. The situation is overwhelming, with the bridge "burning to the ground" and the feeling of being taken advantage of. The song ends with a plea to "take it back" and pretend that things were never as bad as they seem.
Overall, the lyrics to "Can't Last Forever" convey a sense of hopelessness and desperation. The singer is at their breaking point, feeling like they can't go on with the relationship anymore. The song captures the raw emotions of someone who is coming to terms with a painful ending.
Line by Line Meaning
I couldn't fight it, couldn't win.
I was unable to resist the feeling and lost in the end.
Nails are broken, digging in.
I am trying to hold on to whatever I can but it's causing me pain and struggle.
I found the key to your deception
I discovered the truth behind your dishonesty.
But I failed to find direction.
I wasn't able to figure out where to go from there.
Yes I guess I made it through,
Although it was challenging, I managed to survive.
Barely working thanks to you.
You were the reason for my struggle and unhappiness.
If it's one more go, I just don't know
I am uncertain about continuing to try again.
If I could stay to see the show.
I'm unsure if I am willing or able to endure the consequences of what's to come.
If you ever try to steer, You will find me here.
I will remain present and grounded if anybody tries to manipulate me.
'Cuz what is left is getting thin.
I am running out of endurance and strength.
We better hold on.
We need to find a way to endure the difficult times ahead.
Something's about to give Under the weight of this.
With too much pressure and struggle, something is likely to change or break down.
Can't last forever, Forever.
Things cannot and will not stay the same indefinitely.
Shake me until I'm wide awake.
I need something or someone to jolt me out of my current state of confusion or unawareness.
It's more than I can take.
I am feeling overwhelmed and unable to handle things right now.
My ears are ringing, head is spinning From the feeling I've been getting.
I am experiencing chaos and confusion emotionally.
Paper castle in my chest protect my heart, Please do your best.
I am trying to safeguard my emotions but need help to do so.
I'm feeling borrowed, feeling blue You didn't notice shame on you.
I am feeling neglected and sad, and you failed to recognize or help me.
My fire is dying, going out.
My passion and drive are diminishing.
This bridge is burning to the ground
The connection and trust between us is being destroyed.
Take it back, say it never was
I wish you could undo what was done or erase what occurred.
We better hold on.
We need to find a way to endure the difficult times ahead.
Something's about to give Under the weight of this.
With too much pressure and struggle, something is likely to change or break down.
Can't last forever, Forever.
Things cannot and will not stay the same indefinitely.
Shake me until I'm wide awake.
I need something or someone to jolt me out of my current state of confusion or unawareness.
It's more than I can take.
I am feeling overwhelmed and unable to handle things right now.
Can't last forever, Forever.
Things cannot and will not stay the same indefinitely.
Writer(s): Serena Lauren Ryder, Jerrod Michael Bettis
Contributed by Evan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.