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Zach Amster -Guitars and Vocals
Taylor Iversen - Bass and Vocals
Mike Amster - Drums
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My War
Abrams Lyrics
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When I say goodbye.
You gotta learn to let go,
You're still on my mind.
Even though we've run out of time,
It's the way it goes ooooh.
You left me blind, even though I tried,
You cut me inside, but you saved my life,
You saved my life.
It's a war in my brain,
Cause my heart is in chains.
It's a war in my brain oooh.
It's a war in my brain,
Cause my heart is insane.
It's a war in my brain.
I wanna see you smile,
Even after it's been a while.
I gotta learn to let go,
I'll still think of you, in another life we would come in two.
It's the way it goes ooooh.
I left you blind, even though I tried,
I tried.
I cut you inside, but you saved my life,
You still saved my life.
It's a war in my brain,
Cause my heart is in chains.
It's a war in my brain oooh.
It's a war in my brain,
Cause my heart is insane.
It's a war in my brain.
In "My War," Abrams explores the conflicting emotions and internal struggles that come with the end of a relationship. The opening lines, "Don't want to hear you cry, when I say goodbye. You gotta learn to let go, you're still on my mind," suggest that the singer is aware of the pain they are causing their partner but is determined to move on. They are urging their partner to also find a way to let go and accept the end of the relationship.
The lyrics "Even though we've run out of time, it's the way it goes" indicate a sense of resignation and acceptance that sometimes relationships simply come to an end. This acceptance is further emphasized in the repeated line, "It's the way it goes ooooh," which serves as a reminder that not all relationships are meant to last.
The lines "You left me blind, even though I tried, I tried. You cut me inside, but you saved my life, you saved my life," paint a picture of a complex and conflicting relationship dynamic. Despite feeling hurt and betrayed, the singer acknowledges that their former partner also played a significant role in their life. This juxtaposition highlights the contradictory emotions the singer experiences as they struggle to let go.
The chorus, "It's a war in my brain, cause my heart is in chains. It's a war in my brain oooh. It's a war in my brain, cause my heart is insane. It's a war in my brain," reflects the internal battle the singer is facing. The metaphorical war in their brain represents the constant conflict between their logical mind and their emotionally burdened heart. The chains symbolize their inability to fully let go and move on from the past, resulting in a state of emotional turmoil.
Overall, Abrams's "My War" captures the bittersweet struggle of releasing a relationship while grappling with the lingering emotions and memories that come with it. The lyrics delve into the complexities of human emotions, acknowledging the conflicting feelings of love, hurt, and the difficulty of letting go.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't want to hear you cry
I don't want to hear you cry because it reminds me of the pain of saying goodbye.
When I say goodbye
When I say goodbye, it hurts me to see your sadness.
You gotta learn to let go
You need to learn to release your emotions and move on.
You're still on my mind
Even though we're apart, you continuously occupy my thoughts.
Even though we've run out of time
Despite us not having enough time together, it's just the way things turned out.
It's the way it goes ooooh
This is simply the reality and inevitability of the situation.
You left me blind, even though I tried, I tried
You caused me emotional pain and confusion, despite my attempts to make things work.
You cut me inside, but you saved my life, You saved my life
Although you hurt me deeply, you also helped me overcome other challenges in my life.
It's a war in my brain
There is a constant internal struggle and conflict within my mind.
Cause my heart is in chains
Because my emotions are restrained and controlled, I feel trapped.
It's a war in my brain oooh
There is an ongoing battle of thoughts and emotions within my mind.
I wanna see you smile
I desire to witness your happiness and joy.
Even after it's been a while
Even with the passage of time, I still long for your happiness.
I gotta learn to let go
I need to understand the importance of releasing my attachment to you.
I'll still think of you, in another life we would come in two
I will always remember you, and in a different reality, we could have been together.
Cause my heart is insane
Because my emotions are overwhelming and irrational, I feel like my heart is in turmoil.
It's a war in my brain
There is an ongoing battle between conflicting thoughts and feelings within my mind.
It's a war in my brain
There is constant internal turmoil and struggle within my mind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abram A Lembono, Lewis Loh
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