Chop Chop
Academy Is... (The) Lyrics
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I've tried to compensate for everything I'm not,
And every face forgotten.
You felt the sun warming your bed
You looked so quintessential dressed against that cross,
In the face of what was lost.
Still I'm not asking much of me,
And you're ignoring the matter
You'll shut me up and bleed me dry.
Cheap champagne and a complicated lifestyle
If nothing else matters, then
I will die trying,
Thinking about you and I.
Three years on Friday since we met
You felt that existential kiss upon your neck.
How could we forget that?
Still I'm through acting like this feels right,
And that nothing else matters.
You'll shut me up and bleed me dry.
Cheap champagne and a complicated lifestyle
If nothing else matters, then
I will die trying,
Thinking about you and I.
It's on yourself and no one else.
But without hindsight
I guess it serves me right.
You'll shut me up and bleed me dry.
Cheap champagne and a disappearing lifeline.
If nothing else matters
Then I will die trying
Thinking about you and I.
Shut me up and bleed me dry
Its only a matter of time
Cheap champagne and a complicated lifestyle
It's only a matter of time.
The Academy Is... confront the aftermath of a broken relationship in their song "Chop Chop". The lyrics are written in the perspective of someone who lost a partner and is dwelling on the good times they had together, while also acknowledging their mistakes that may have ultimately led to the breakup. They retrospectively blame themselves for trying to be someone they are not, as well as trying to compensate for their shortcomings. The line "And every face forgotten" suggests that the singer has trouble moving on and constantly thinks about their past lover.
The lyrics also touch upon the tension and conflict that arises in a relationship when the two partners have different lifestyles and priorities. The line "Cheap champagne and a complicated lifestyle" implies that one partner may be more materialistic and focused on living a lavish lifestyle, while the other may not be as financially stable or prioritize those things. The chorus "You'll shut me up and bleed me dry" signifies the emotional strain and pain caused by this conflict.
However, despite the heartbreak and disappointment, the singer is still willing to put in the effort to make the relationship work. Even though their partner may ignore the matter, the singer declares that they are not asking for much and are willing to die trying to make the relationship work.
Overall, "Chop Chop" is a bittersweet song that highlights the complexities and struggles of relationships, as well as the importance of self-awareness and honesty.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got myself to blame for this
I am responsible for the situation I am in.
I've tried to compensate for everything I'm not,
I have attempted to overcompensate for my shortcomings.
And every face forgotten.
I have forgotten every face from my past.
You felt the sun warming your bed
You were warmed by the sun while in bed.
You looked so quintessential dressed against that cross,
You appeared essential while dressed against a cross.
In the face of what was lost.
Despite what was lost.
Still I'm not asking much of me,
I do not expect much from myself.
And you're ignoring the matter
You are disregarding the issue at hand.
You'll shut me up and bleed me dry.
You will silence me and take everything I have.
Cheap champagne and a complicated lifestyle
A lifestyle that involves cheap champagne and complications.
If nothing else matters, then
If nothing else is significant,
I will die trying,
I will attempt until the end.
Thinking about you and I.
Reflecting on our relationship.
Three years on Friday since we met
It has been three years since we met on a Friday.
You felt that existential kiss upon your neck.
You experienced a kiss that felt existential upon your neck.
How could we forget that?
How could we possibly forget that experience?
Still I'm through acting like this feels right,
I will no longer pretend that this is the right thing to do.
And that nothing else matters.
Nothing else is important.
It's on yourself and no one else.
It's up to you and no one else.
But without hindsight
Without the benefit of hindsight.
I guess it serves me right.
I suppose I deserve it.
Cheap champagne and a disappearing lifeline.
A lifeline that is quickly disappearing and involves cheap champagne.
It's only a matter of time.
It will happen soon.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDY MROTEK, MICHAEL CARDEN, MICHAEL GUY CHISLETT, WILLIAM BECKETT
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