What a Nerve
Agathocles Lyrics


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Oh,life is just too short
To worry about the things
You really hate the most
Everything or maybe almost
Maybe I'm too radical
Because I like to criticize all
I should be more positive
Be happy and more active
But does it really matter
Because no one seems to listen
And shall I feel any better
After you have read this preaching letter?
I know I am not perfect
In contrary, I might be a jerk
But for all people who care
Love, trust, respect, be fair
What I'm trying to say
Is difficult to explain
Instead of slagging each other off
Help each other, then we're better off
But all these lies and excuses
Narrow-mindedness and abuses
They make me feel so sick
Like everyone is calling me a dick
You might say 'what a nerve'
A bullet is what he deserves
But at least I try to respect
All you do is reject
Why can't we build bridges
Instead of building walls
Why not being active
Instead of criticizing all




What a nerve-for you and me
What's the truth?-What we can't see?

Overall Meaning

The Agathocles's song "What a Nerve" is a reflection on the complexity and frustrations of societal communication. The artist suggests that life is too short to focus on hating things, and instead, we should strive to be happy, positive, and active. However, the artist seems to feel that their message falls on deaf ears, leading to a general sense of frustration and hopelessness. They criticize others for being narrow-minded, abusive, and rejecting, suggesting that instead of tearing each other down, we should focus on supporting and respecting each other.


In the last stanza, the artist poses a thought-provoking question, wondering why we cannot build bridges instead of walls. They suggest that we should be active instead of criticizing others, leaving the audience to ponder what the real truth might be. Overall, the song feels like a plea for greater openness, understanding, and empathy between individuals.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, life is just too short
Life is fleeting and therefore too precious a time to waste on negative energy.


To worry about the things
There are too many things in life to worry about, so it's pointless to dwell on the things that bring us down the most.


You really hate the most
It's important to prioritize the things in life that we enjoy and value, rather than worrying about the things we dislike the most.


Everything or maybe almost
Perhaps not everything, but close to it - there are many things that can bring us joy and fulfillment in life.


Maybe I'm too radical
It's possible that my views on life and society are too unconventional for some.


Because I like to criticize all
As someone who likes to speak out against injustice and negativity, I tend to be more critical of others than most.


I should be more positive
Perhaps it would be better for me to focus more on positivity and joy, rather than being so critical all the time.


Be happy and more active
Instead of being stuck in negativity and criticism, it would be healthier to pursue happiness and productivity in life.


But does it really matter
Despite all this, it's difficult to determine whether making this change would truly have any impact on the world around me.


Because no one seems to listen
It feels as though my efforts to positively impact the world often fall on deaf ears.


And shall I feel any better
Even if people did listen, it's unclear whether this change would bring me any lasting sense of fulfillment or satisfaction.


After you have read this preaching letter?
I'm unsure of whether even writing and sharing this message will make any real difference in the world.


I know I am not perfect
I acknowledge that I have flaws and that my efforts to improve the world are often imperfect.


In contrary, I might be a jerk
Despite my best intentions, sometimes my words and actions can come across as insensitive or hurtful to others.


But for all people who care
Despite these flaws, there are still people in the world who care about me and respect my intentions.


Love, trust, respect, be fair
These are the values that are most important to me and that I believe can help build a better world for us all.


What I'm trying to say
Ultimately, my message is about the importance of positivity, respect, and fairness in building a better world.


Is difficult to explain
However, it can be challenging to articulate and communicate these values in a clear and effective way.


Instead of slagging each other off
Rather than tearing each other down, we should strive to build others up and help them achieve their goals.


Help each other, then we're better off
By working together and supporting one another, we can achieve a better world for us all.


But all these lies and excuses
Unfortunately, there are still many people in the world who lie or make excuses in order to avoid taking responsibility for their actions.


Narrow-mindedness and abuses
Additionally, there are still too many people who are closed-minded and who take advantage of others for their own gain.


They make me feel so sick
All of these negative behaviors and attitudes make me feel disgusted and disillusioned with society.


Like everyone is calling me a dick
Sometimes, even when I'm trying to do the right thing, it feels as though the world is against me and actively trying to tear me down.


You might say 'what a nerve'
Some people might dismiss my message as naive or ill-informed.


A bullet is what he deserves
Others might even resort to violence or other extreme measures to silence me and others like me.


But at least I try to respect
Despite all of this, I remain committed to the values of love, trust, respect, and fairness as a way to build a better world.


All you do is reject
Unfortunately, there are still too many people in the world who reject these values and spread negativity and hatred instead.


Why can't we build bridges
Instead of creating divisions and tearing each other down, why can't we work to build connections and mutual understanding?


Instead of building walls
It's more productive to work together and create connections between people than to create barriers or divisions.


Why not being active
Rather than being passive in the face of negativity, it's better to actively work towards building a better world for us all.


Instead of criticizing all
We should strive to be more positive and constructive in our interactions with others, rather than tearing them down or being overly critical.


What a nerve-for you and me
All of these challenges and obstacles can be frustrating and disheartening, but we must persevere and continue to work towards building a better world for all of us.


What's the truth?-What we can't see?
Despite all of the uncertainty and challenges in the world, we must continue to seek out and pursue the truth, even if it's not immediately visible.




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