Simi 2008
Beside You
Anna and the Barbies Lyrics
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won't you let me lay down here beside,
lay down here beside,
hide me when my world's on fire
won' you let me lay down here beside
lay down here beside,
save me from my own satire
verse1:
ten-nine-eight...the time is getting late
nine-eight-seven...only sinners go to heaven
six-six-six...makes you wanna get a fix
five-five-fight!...doin' wrong will get you right
i'm the one to blame, i'm the evil cain
soul to soul to spread, catch my burning flame
me myself and i, it takes three to play
my brain's a battlefield, watch me loose the game
the one without the name, brain behind the game,
biest that can't be tamed, ya souls im here to claim
you'll all end up the same, ya' fears will fuel my flame
burn baby burn......again and again and again
verse2:
four times four...sixteen inch to reach the door
three feel free...who you never wanna be
two by two...do what you wanna do
one by one...loose the leash and you'll be gone
i'm the one to blame, i'm the evil cain
soul to soul to spread, catch my burning flame
me myself and i, it takes three to play
my brain's a battlefield, watch me loose the game
bridge:
i have made it all the way
just to throw it all away
seeing so much made me blind,
mow i'm tired of the game,
but i'm the only one to blame,
cause i'm about to loose my mind
The lyrics to Anna and the Barbies's song "Beside You" depict a person who is feeling lost, conflicted, and in need of salvation. The chorus reflects their plea for someone to be there for them, to lay beside them and offer comfort. They are desperately seeking refuge from the turmoil within themselves and from the chaos surrounding them.
In the first verse, the lyrics play with numbers as a metaphor for time running out and the consequences of one's actions. The countdown suggests that time is running out, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. The mention of sinners going to heaven and the association with the number 666, often associated with evil or Satan, imply a moral struggle within the person. They acknowledge their own culpability, referring to themselves as the evil Cain, who was known for committing the first murder in the Bible. The lyrics also touch on a desire for attention and the power that comes with it. The person feels trapped in their own mind, battling their demons and ultimately losing the game.
The second verse continues the numerical motif, emphasizing the individual's struggle for freedom and autonomy. The numbers represent stages of their journey, leading to the realization that they must break free from societal expectations and constraints. The repetition of the phrase "I'm the one to blame, I'm the evil Cain" solidifies the internal conflict and self-blame they are experiencing. The battlefield imagery suggests a fierce inner struggle between good and evil, with the person feeling like the victor will always be the dark side.
The bridge alters the perspective slightly, suggesting that the person has achieved success only to feel disillusioned and overwhelmed by their experiences. The repetition of "made" and "throw it all away" implies a sense of regret and a realization that the pursuit of material or worldly success has left them empty. They express weariness and a desire to escape the game they have been playing, acknowledging their own responsibility for their mental state.
Overall, the lyrics of "Beside You" paint a picture of an individual grappling with their own inner demons and seeking solace and redemption. The numerical motifs and metaphors add depth to their struggles and highlight the internal turmoil they are facing. Ultimately, the song serves as a plea for understanding and support from others, as well as a recognition of personal responsibility for their own mental well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
won't you let me lay down here beside
Please allow me to rest and seek comfort next to you
lay down here beside
To find solace and support in your presence
hide me when my world's on fire
Protect and shield me during times of chaos and turmoil
won' you let me lay down here beside
Won't you grant me the refuge and companionship I seek
lay down here beside
To find solace and support in your presence
save me from my own satire
Rescue me from the self-destructive tendencies and irony in my life
ten-nine-eight...the time is getting late
As time passes, the urgency and pressure increase
nine-eight-seven...only sinners go to heaven
Highlighting the belief that those who have sinned are destined for punishment
six-six-six...makes you wanna get a fix
The number associated with evil and temptation, leading one to seek pleasure or escape
five-five-fight!...doin' wrong will get you right
An acknowledgment that engaging in wrongful actions ultimately leads to consequences
i'm the one to blame, i'm the evil cain
Taking responsibility for one's own actions and acknowledging their role in doing wrong
soul to soul to spread, catch my burning flame
Sharing one's inner darkness and influencing others with their destructive mindset
me myself and i, it takes three to play
Recognizing the internal conflict and complex nature of one's own mind and actions
my brain's a battlefield, watch me loose the game
Describing the internal struggle and constant defeat in overcoming destructive thoughts
the one without the name, brain behind the game
Referring to oneself as the mastermind orchestrating the destructive behavior
biest that can't be tamed, ya souls im here to claim
Portraying oneself as an untamed beast, seeking to claim the souls of others
you'll all end up the same, ya' fears will fuel my flame
Predicting that everyone will eventually succumb to the same fate, as their fears provide fuel for the destructive behaviors
burn baby burn......again and again and again
Expressing the repetitive and endless cycle of destruction and self-sabotage
four times four...sixteen inch to reach the door
Demonstrating the idea that a certain measurement or achievement is required to progress or escape
three feel free...who you never wanna be
Implying that true freedom comes from avoiding becoming someone undesirable
two by two...do what you wanna do
Encouraging individuals to pursue their own desires and ambitions
one by one...loose the leash and you'll be gone
Suggesting that by letting go of restrictions and limitations, one can break free from their current situation
i have made it all the way
Having reached a certain point or achieved a desired outcome
just to throw it all away
Despite the accomplishments, choosing to relinquish it all without hesitation
seeing so much made me blind
Having witnessed or experienced a great deal, leading to a sense of ignorance or detachment
mow i'm tired of the game
Exhausted from the continuous cycle or pattern of destructive behavior
but i'm the only one to blame
Taking sole responsibility for the consequences and repercussions of one's actions
cause i'm about to loose my mind
Feeling on the verge of losing control or sanity
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Pásztor Anna, Pásztor Sámuel
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