The lead track She Said unleashes the punch-in-the-gut of realization that “it’s over” and explores the absurdity of a last kiss and the struggle to keep composure until you can be alone to fall apart. From Mistake on through the entire CD all the songs make strong points, leaving no facet of the phases and faces of a break-up unexamined all while managing to beg the obvious question of why you wouldn’t want the person who has your heart to really know it in the moment it matters most.
From disbelief, shock, despair, acceptance, grief and longing , the prismatic spectrum of love had, lost, and better left behind are showcased and you’ll soon find yourself strumming along with Alex’s ‘Everyman’ journey; each melody stringing a story, taking you deeper into his pain and your own. After the dust settles and you collect the pieces of yourself, you’ll have the CD’s bonus eleven track mirror of instrumentals to reflect on as you try to move into the meantime of life-after -relationship.
With a stellar sense of humor fatefully paired with a lightning-fast wit, both onstage and off, Alex Nelson gets to the bottom of the human heart with all he says and does. His lyrics strip a person down to the soul to reveal a most universally undeniable factor: we all tend to think too much and hold back when we shouldn’t.
Said Too Much
Alex Nelson Lyrics
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letting go of what was said
and do the things
you know is right for you
when good intentions come out bad
you make the best of what you have
and do away, with all that's hurting you
when your world comes crashing down
just who will be around
take the worst of what was said
and feel the anger in your head
but in your chest, it's tearing  you apart
you'd rather sit around alone
not wonder where it's coming from
you'd show you care but you've alreadyÂÂ
said too much
take a rest from all the pain
goes away comes back again
can't let it go, you've already come this far
can't control the thoughts inside your brain
slowly driving you insane
the little voice inside your head pushes too hard
just what is it you'll do
when no one's there for you?
take the worst of what was said
and feel the anger in your head
but in your chest, it's tearing  you apart
you'd rather sit around alone
not wonder where it's coming from
you'd show you care but you've alreadyÂÂ
said too much
[break]
when your world comes crashing down
just who will be around?
you take the worst of what was said
and feel the anger in your head
but in your chest, it's tearing  you apart
you'd rather sit around alone
not wonder where it's coming from
you'd show you care but you've alreadyÂÂ
said too much
you'd show you care (3x)
but you've already said too much
The lyrics of Alex Nelson's song "Said Too Much" explore the consequences of over-sharing and the struggle to control one's thoughts and emotions. It starts with a message of breaking away as a defense and letting go of hurtful words. The lyrics suggest that when good intentions turn into bad ones, you have to make the best of what you have and do away with everything that's hurting you. This line can be interpreted as the singer seeking to control the situation that has turned sour. The next lines imply that the situation has now moved beyond the control of the singer- writer. When your world comes crashing down and no one is around, what you will do?
The chorus talks about feeling torn apart between the anger in your head and the pain in your chest. It's a conflicting situation where you want to show that you care, but you have already said too much. The song's lyrics suggest feelings of regret and confusion that arise when relationships break down. The second verse talks about taking a break from the pain but realizing that it keeps coming back. The pain has already gone too deep, and you can't control the thoughts inside your brain, slowly driving you insane. The little voice inside your head pushes too hard, causing an internal turmoil.
Overall, "Said Too Much" is a relatable song that talks about the repercussions of impulsive actions and the struggle to control one's emotions. The lyrics are emotionally charged and reflective, conveying the message that words cannot be taken back once spoken.
Line by Line Meaning
break away it's your defense
You need to break away and create space to protect yourself.
letting go of what was said
Stop dwelling on the words that were spoken.
and do the things you know is right for you
You need to prioritize your own needs and do what is best for you.
when good intentions come out bad
Even when someone means well, it's possible for things to go wrong.
you make the best of what you have
Take what you've been given and try to make the most of it.
and do away, with all that's hurting you
Get rid of anything that causes you pain.
when your world comes crashing down
When everything goes wrong and falls apart.
just who will be around
Who will be there to support you during tough times?
take the worst of what was said
Focus on the negative things that were said.
and feel the anger in your head
Allow yourself to experience the feelings of frustration.
but in your chest, it's tearing you apart
But these emotions are causing you severe internal pain and conflict.
you'd rather sit around alone
You prefer to be alone and avoid dealing with your problems.
not wonder where it's coming from
You don't want to investigate the cause of your pain.
you'd show you care but you've already said too much
You want to express empathy, but you feel like you've already overstepped your bounds with your words.
take a rest from all the pain
You need to take a break from all the emotional distress.
goes away comes back again
The pain might go away briefly, but it always comes back.
can't let it go, you've already come this far
You're too invested in the situation to just let it go and move on.
can't control the thoughts inside your brain
You feel like you have no power over your own mind and the thoughts that intrude.
slowly driving you insane
These thoughts are causing you to feel like you're losing your mind slowly.
the little voice inside your head pushes too hard
Your thoughts are becoming obsessive and intrusive, demanding your attention.
just what is it you'll do
You need to come up with a plan to deal with this situation.
when no one's there for you?
What will you do when you feel all alone and without support?
you'd show you care (3x) but you've already said too much
You genuinely care, but you're worried that you've already expressed yourself too strongly and caused harm.
Contributed by Sydney R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.