Take The Pain
Acroma Lyrics


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Waking up most days I feel more
Like a dead man rising
It seems like too much energy for a bag of bones
And for the lucky souls
Waters wash away the cobwebs
And for the lesser bones
Lonely hearts and soup lines in the rain
Take the pain

And suddenly everything is only everything
Don't mean a thing at all because finally I can breathe
And like an ocean swell it changes everything
I'm in your heart now and finally I can breathe

Waking up most days I feel more
Like a cold cadaver
That's on the cutting board
And those in line await with plates

And for the lucky souls
The warm ground takes away the coldness
And for the lesser bones
Lonely hearts and time to think remain
Take the pain

And suddenly everything is only everything
Don't mean a thing at all because finally I can breathe
And like a ocean swell it changes everything
I'm in your heart now and finally I can breathe

Take the pain
Who'll take it?
Who will take the pain when it all goes wrong?
Take the pain
Who'll take it?
Who will take the pain when it all goes wrong?

Waking up most days I feel more like a dead man rising




It seems like too much energy for a bag of bones
For a bag of bones

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Acroma’s song “Take the Pain” convey the feelings of weariness, hopelessness, and despair that come with mundane life struggles. The first stanza speaks of the singer’s exhaustion upon waking up each day, feeling like a “dead man rising” or a “bag of bones.” While lucky souls can wash away the cobwebs of everyday life or are able to find solace in the warmth of the earth when they die, the “lesser bones” are left to face the harsh realities of loneliness and poverty. The repeated phrase “take the pain” is a call-to-action, a challenge to ourselves or others to endure and push through the struggles that come with life.


The song’s chorus, “And suddenly everything is only everything,” represents a moment of clarity in which the singer realizes that everything that once mattered to them, from worldly possessions to their own fears and anxieties, loses its meaning in the face of life’s overwhelming challenges. The ocean swell represents change and the possibility of something better. The lyrics hint at the possibility of finding comfort or peace in someone else’s heart, where finally, the singer can breathe.


The final chorus brings the song full-circle, asking the question, “Who will take the pain when it all goes wrong?” suggesting that we need each other to get through the tough times, and asking for help is a sign of strength. Overall, the lyrics to “Take the Pain” paint a poignant picture of the struggle of everyday life, but ultimately leaves a glimmer of hope for something better in the future.


Line by Line Meaning

Waking up most days I feel more Like a dead man rising
Most days I wake up feeling like a lifeless corpse instead of an energetic human being


It seems like too much energy for a bag of bones
It feels like exerting too much energy for someone who feels as fragile and weak as a bag of bones


And for the lucky souls Waters wash away the cobwebs
Those blessed with good fortune get to start anew and cleanse themselves of negativity


And for the lesser bones Lonely hearts and soup lines in the rain Take the pain
Those who are less fortunate are left with solitude and despair, yet they must endure and persevere through the pain


And suddenly everything is only everything Don't mean a thing at all because finally I can breathe And like an ocean swell it changes everything I'm in your heart now and finally I can breathe
The pain and struggle I faced before no longer matters because I can finally breathe and be at peace with myself, like a giant wave of relief that changes everything; now I hold a special place in someone's heart and it feels like a breath of fresh air


Waking up most days I feel more Like a cold cadaver That's on the cutting board And those in line await with plates
Most days it feels like I'm a dead body being dissected while people eagerly wait to consume and take advantage of me


And for the lucky souls The warm ground takes away the coldness
Those who are fortunate enough find warmth and comfort in their surroundings to ease any feelings of loneliness or desolation


And for the lesser bones Lonely hearts and time to think remain Take the pain
Those who are less fortunate continue to experience loneliness and have plenty of time to reflect on their hardships, but must still face the pain and persevere


Take the pain Who'll take it? Who will take the pain when it all goes wrong? Take the pain Who'll take it? Who will take the pain when it all goes wrong?
Even though the pain and hardship is unbearable at times, it must be dealt with and overcome no matter what, and it's uncertain who will be strong enough to face it when things go awry


Waking up most days I feel more like a dead man rising It seems like too much energy for a bag of bones For a bag of bones
The constant feeling of lifelessness remains and it takes too much effort for someone who feels as delicate as a bag of bones




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