Bittersweet Symphony
Ace Enders and a Million Different People Lyrics
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Trying to make ends meet, you're a slave to the money then you die
I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down
You know the one that takes you to the places where all the veins meet, yeah
No change, I can change, I can change, I can change
But I'm here in my mold, I am here in my mold
And I'm a million different people from one day to the next
(Have you ever been down?)
Well I've never prayed
But tonight I'm on my knees, yeah
I need to hear some sounds that recognize the pain in me, yeah
I let the melody shine, let it cleanse my mind, I feel free now
But the airwaves are clean and there's nobody singing to me now
No change, I can change, I can change, I can change
But I'm here in my mold, I am here in my mold
And I'm a million different people from one day to the next
I can't change my mold, no, no, no, no, no
Have you ever been down?
Have you ever been down?
'Cause it's a bitter sweet symphony this life
Trying to make ends meet, you're a slave to the money then you die
I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down
You know the one that takes you to the places where all the veins meet, yeah
You know I can change, I can change, I can change, I can change
But I'm here in my mold, I am here in my mold
And I'm a million different people from one day to the next
I can't change my mold, no, no, no, no, no
(Have you ever been down?)
(My mold, no, no, no, no, no, no)
(My mold, no, no, no, no, no, no)
It's just sex and violence, melody and silence
It's just sex and violence, melody and silence
(I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down)
It's just sex and violence, melody and silence
It's just sex and violence, sex and violence
(I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down)
I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down, yeah
(Ever been down, ever been down)
I can't change, I can't change, oh no, no, no, no
No, no, no, no, no, no...
The lyrics of Ace Enders and a Million Different People's song Bittersweet Symphony are about the struggle of life, the financial hardships people go through and the search for something meaningful amidst all the chaos. It talks about being stuck in one's mold, unable to change it, and being a million different people from one day to the next. The chorus speaks of the bitter-sweetness of life, the constant struggle to make ends meet, and the realization that all richness and material wealth is temporary, and will ultimately lead to death.
The second verse then talks about the singer's search for some kind of comfort and solace amidst their pain, not through religion or prayer, but through music. The melody and the cleansing of the mind that comes with it is something that gives them freedom. However, they also realize that the airwaves are clean and no one is singing to them now, indicating a feeling of loneliness and disconnection.
Overall, the song seems to be a commentary on the constant struggle of life, the emotional and financial hardships people go through, the search for comfort and meaning, and ultimately the acceptance of the fact that life is a bittersweet symphony.
Line by Line Meaning
'Cause it's a bittersweet symphony, this life
This life is full of both positive and negative experiences that are intertwined and can occur simultaneously
Trying to make ends meet, you're a slave to the money then you die
The constant struggle to pay for basic needs and bills can make people feel like they are trapped and forced to work until they die
I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down
I will show you the path that I have already taken and explored
You know the one that takes you to the places where all the veins meet, yeah
This is the path that leads you to the core of a certain aspect or issue, where everything is connected and intertwined
No change, I can change, I can change, I can change
Despite the desire and the ability to change, the person feels stuck and unable to do so
But I'm here in my mold, I am here in my mold
Despite the desire to change, the person feels trapped by their current situation and is unable to break free
And I'm a million different people from one day to the next
The person's moods, thoughts, and feelings can be drastically different from one day to the next, leading them to feel like they have multiple personalities
I can't change my mold, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
Despite the desire to change, the person feels that they are unable to do so due to external or internal factors that keep them stuck in their current situation
Well I've never prayed
The person has never considered prayer or spirituality as a way to alleviate their pain or struggles
But tonight I'm on my knees, yeah
The person is so desperate and overwhelmed that they are willing to try anything, even prayer, to feel better
I need to hear some sounds that recognize the pain in me, yeah
The person is looking for music or other forms of art that reflect the struggles they are experiencing, which can make them feel less alone
I let the melody shine, let it cleanse my mind, I feel free now
The person finds solace and freedom in music or other forms of art that allow them to escape their current reality and find temporary relief
But the airwaves are clean and there's nobody singing to me now
The person is unable to find a source of comfort or connection through music or other forms of art at the moment
It's just sex and violence, melody and silence
Life is a mix of both positive and negative experiences, but sometimes there is nothing but emptiness and pain
I can't change, I can't change, oh no, no, no, no
Despite the desire to change, the person feels trapped and unable to break free from their current situation
It's just sex and violence, sex and violence
Life can often feel meaningless and unbearable, full of pain and suffering
I'll take you down the only road I've ever been down
I will show you the path that I have already taken and explored
I can't change, I can't change, oh no, no, no, no
Despite the desire to change, the person feels trapped and unable to break free from their current situation
No, no, no, no, no, no...
The person is expressing their frustration and sadness about their inability to change their situation and find meaning or relief in life
Contributed by Isabelle P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Outkhast
11 years and I still appreciate you took the time to do this 🖤
Logan Harris
I wish this was on Spotify I love this version of the song
Juan Pablo Médica
i´ve been waiting since 2013 brother , join the line!
PersonNo1
Believe me, if you are used to hearing all of them separately you can tell them apart right away.
Gabrielle Shellard
Ohmygod. Could they have found a better group of people to sing this? Freaking awesome!
Prison Mike
Still one of my favorite collabs ever. I mean talk about hittin the g spot of 2000's nation
Ku Ot
seriously, lets just thank ace for getting everyone together for this amazing cover
Masen
Lol this song reminds me of my teen years when i was obsessed with punk rock. Am I the only one who loves the part when Matt and Ace sing together? THEY SOUND SO GOOD. Alex G, Mark, everybody sounds amazing and did an phenomenal job with this song. Still haven't gotten tired of it.
Mimosamantha
+Natalie Flores yasssssssss
Dustin Ledbetter
I totally agree with u! reminds me of just getting my licence and my car and going out on an adventure and blasting this!