Issues
Abdel Wright Lyrics
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And nothing but the heat
Chances of jobs delete I remember well a point in time
I had nowhere to sleep my issues and the streets
The other day I had my last three thousand dollars in my empty pockets
I wanted to buy something to eat to kill the hunger
Then I remembered that my guitar needed two stings
That were broken I prefer to feed my soul
How many mountains do we have to climb?
How many rivers of tears to quench the pain?
How long is the journey
It seems so endless
But I have to hold on, hold on
Religion has been a stumbling block
It haunts me everyday
Will I ever clear this way?
I'm man enough to let you know at times
I'm skeptical of that man called Christ
Even though he gave his life
How can I survive in a church, a refuge for my soul?
When the livity unfold is different from the word being told
How dare you justify your wicked ways
With quoting from the scripture?
You're the better, worse than anything else
Countless of times when things were rough
And nothing but the heat
Chances of jobs delete I remember well a point in time
I had nowhere to sleep my issues and the streets
The other day I had my last three thousand dollars in my empty pockets
I wanted to buy something to eat to kill the hunger
Then I remembered that my guitar needed two stings
That were broken I prefer to feed my soul
Unfortunately, I've been stereotyped
On how to treat a woman
I'm a product of a one night stand
If you happen to be my father
And you're listening to my song
You're damned outright and wrong
My mom was just a sick woman
She lost her mind at twelve
But you chose to satisfy yourself
I lost a woman that I truly loved
Although I hardly knew
My anger grew and grew
Countless of times when things were rough
And nothing but the heat
Chances of jobs delete I remember well a point in time
I had nowhere to sleep my issues and the streets
The other day I had my last three thousand dollars in my empty pockets
I wanted to buy something to eat to kill the hunger
Then I remembered that my guitar needed two stings
That were broken I prefer to feed my soul
Abdel Wright's song "Issues" is a powerful reflection on the challenges and struggles that the singer has faced in his life. The lyrics speak of the times when the singer was faced with difficult decisions, such as whether to spend his last bit of money on food or to buy strings for his guitar. The song also touches on the theme of religion and the doubts and skepticism that the singer has about faith and organized religion.
In the first verse, the singer describes the difficult circumstances and challenges he has encountered in his life. He talks about times when he had nowhere to sleep and no money to eat. Despite these challenges, the singer chooses to prioritize his passion for music and feeds his soul by buying strings for his guitar instead of food.
The chorus of the song asks how many obstacles and trials one must face before finding peace and resolution. The lyrics reflect a sense of weariness and uncertainty about the future but also a determination to hold on and persevere.
The second verse touches on the theme of religion and the singer's skepticism about organized religion. He questions how he can survive in a church that is supposed to be a refuge for his soul when the reality and experiences of life often contradict the teachings of religion. The singer also reflects on the painful memories of his past, including being stereotyped and losing a woman he loved.
Overall, "Issues" is a deeply personal and introspective song that touches on themes such as faith, perseverance, and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Countless of times when things were rough
I've faced many difficult situations in my life
And nothing but the heat
These difficult situations have caused me stress and hardship
Chances of jobs delete I remember well a point in time
I distinctly remember when job opportunities were scarce
I had nowhere to sleep my issues and the streets
I was homeless and my issues followed me wherever I went
The other day I had my last three thousand dollars in my empty pockets
I was near broke and struggling to afford basic necessities
I wanted to buy something to eat to kill the hunger
I was hungry and trying to find a way to sustain myself
Then I remembered that my guitar needed two stings
Despite my immediate needs, my passion for music still mattered to me
That were broken I prefer to feed my soul
Rather than buy food, I decided to prioritize my music as a means of self-care
How many mountains do we have to climb?
I wonder how many obstacles we have to overcome in life
How many rivers of tears to quench the pain?
I question how much pain and suffering we must face before finding peace
How long is the journey
I ponder how long the road ahead is
It seems so endless
It often feels like this journey won't end
But I have to hold on, hold on
Despite the hardships, I must persevere
Religion has been a stumbling block
Religion has caused me difficulties and complications
It haunts me everyday
My struggles with religion affect me constantly
Will I ever clear this way?
I wonder if I'll ever come to terms with my beliefs
I'm man enough to let you know at times
I'm honest and open about my thoughts and emotions
I'm skeptical of that man called Christ
I question the validity of Jesus and his teachings
Even though he gave his life
Despite Jesus' sacrifice, I still have doubts
How can I survive in a church, a refuge for my soul?
I struggle with the idea of finding solace in a religious institution
When the livity unfold is different from the word being told
When the actions of religious people don't align with their teachings
How dare you justify your wicked ways
I'm offended by those who use religion to excuse their immoral actions
With quoting from the scripture?
By using religious texts to justify wrongdoing
You're the better, worse than anything else
These people are hypocritical and worse than anything else I've encountered
Unfortunately, I've been stereotyped
I've been pigeonholed and misunderstood
On how to treat a woman
Stereotyped based on gender expectations and treatment of women
I'm a product of a one night stand
The circumstances of my birth were less than ideal
If you happen to be my father
Addressing his biological father
And you're listening to my song
Speaking directly to his father through his music
You're damned outright and wrong
Expressing anger and disappointment toward his father
My mom was just a sick woman
Explaining his mother's condition
She lost her mind at twelve
Describing his mother's mental illness
But you chose to satisfy yourself
Blaming his father for his mother's condition and his own struggles
I lost a woman that I truly loved
Reflecting on a lost relationship
Although I hardly knew
Despite not knowing her well, he still loved her deeply
My anger grew and grew
His emotions surrounding this loss intensified over time
Lyrics © Royalty Network Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abdel Wright
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