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Warrior
Air Traffic Controller Lyrics
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You've got me running like a spider in a bathtub
Age, is calling out, don't you know I'm just a child with a big mouth
Keep, your assents learned, in bridges burned, wait your turn
Sell your shoes for gold, that you can hold, 'till you get old
You can call me warrior
And turn on your heels, right out the door
You can call me warrior
Because, you twist my words
God it hurts to know the devil gets his way first
Sell you show for pride, that you can hide 'till you can find
You can call me warrior
And turn on your heels, right out the door
You can call me warrior
Don't call me that, don't call me that
Don't say theres hope for us
Don't say that I'll be okay
Oh it's been long enough
That's not what I want you to say
You can call me warrior
Then turn on your heels, right out the door
You can call me warrior
Don't call me that, don't call me that
You can call me warrior
Then turn on your heels, right out the door
You can call me warrior
Don't call me that, don't call me that
The song "Warrior" by Air Traffic Controller seems to talk about the idea of being strong and independent, and not letting anyone bring you down. The chorus speaks of being called a "warrior", which can be interpreted as someone who is brave and stands up for themselves. The verses, on the other hand, contain some contrasted imagery that paint a picture of someone who is young and inexperienced, and may be taken advantage of or misunderstood by others.
The first verse mentions being like a spider in a bathtub, which can be seen as a metaphor for feeling trapped and vulnerable. The lyrics also mention bridges burned and shoes sold for gold, which can be interpreted as someone who has lost some of what they held dear in trying to make a name for themselves. The second verse seems to be about not wanting to hear empty reassurances from others, and rejecting the idea that everything will be okay. The chorus repeats the idea of being called a "warrior", but also warns others not to twist their words or take advantage of their strength.
Overall, "Warrior" is a song about strength, but also about the trials and tribulations that come with gaining strength. It's about being brave and standing up for oneself, but also about being careful not to burn bridges or lose sight of what's truly important.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, you call me up
Someone has reached out to the singer
You've got me running like a spider in a bathtub
The singer is anxious and afraid due to the contact
Age, is calling out, don't you know I'm just a child with a big mouth
The singer feels inexperienced and out of their depth
Keep, your assents learned, in bridges burned, wait your turn
The artist advises to prioritize one's own education over damaging relationships, and to be patient for opportunities
Sell your shoes for gold, that you can hold, 'till you get old
Instead of chasing material possessions, invest in long-term security
You can call me warrior
The singer is ready to face any challenge
And turn on your heels, right out the door
The singer is willing to walk away from a situation
Don't call me that, don't call me that
The artist rejects a label being placed upon them
Because, you twist my words
The artist feels that their intentions have been misunderstood or misrepresented
God it hurts to know the devil gets his way first
The artist is expressing frustration with injustice in the world
Sell your show for pride, that you can hide 'till you can find
The singer advises to avoid sacrificing dignity for temporary satisfaction
Don't say theres hope for us
The artist rejects false promises of improvement
Don't say that I'll be okay
The singer does not want to be placated
Oh it's been long enough
The singer has been waiting for a resolution for a while
That's not what I want you to say
The singer is impatient for direct and honest communication
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CASEY K SULLIVAN, DAVID PATRICK MUNRO, WILLIAM JAMES MCAULEY III
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