Understanding
Arcwelder Lyrics
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Pasted smile faking flair
I'll never smile again?the song goes
Plate is empty nothing there
[Chorus]
Why try when there's no understanding
Why try when there is nothing left
Understand there's so much to be felt
Decisions past future decided
The one that counted forgot how to add
Multiplying means division
Slide the rules i?ll be glad
[Chorus]
I'll get this last one in and then stop writing about it
I'll get this last one in and then stop thinking about it
I'll get this last one in and then stop
[Chorus]
Understanding
Understanding
Understanding
Understanding
The lyrics to Arcwelder's song "Understanding" convey a sense of frustration and disillusionment with society and the people around the singer. The opening lines set a somber tone as we see "gleaming steel" which reflects "a coldness," creating a feeling of isolation and disconnection. The use of the word "pasted" to describe the smile on someone's face suggests that the singer sees through the façade people put up, and the line "plate is empty nothing there" may be a metaphor for feeling unfulfilled and empty in life.
The chorus of the song asks the question, "why try when there's no understanding?" This could be interpreted as a commentary on how difficult it is to connect with other people and find common ground or empathy. The repetition of the line "understand there's so much to be felt" reinforces this idea that people are missing out on experiencing deeper emotions and connections due to their inability to truly understand each other.
The second verse continues the theme of frustration with the world and its systems, as the singer talks about how "the one that counted forgot how to add." This line could be a criticism of those in power who are failing to properly manage resources and make decisions that benefit everyone. The final lines of the song suggest a sense of resignation and exhaustion, as the singer acknowledges that they will stop trying to think or write about the issues they see around them.
Overall, Arcwelder's song "Understanding" is a powerful commentary on the difficulties of navigating interpersonal relationships and societal issues.
Line by Line Meaning
Gleaming steel reflects a coldness
The shiny, reflective steel symbolizes the lack of warmth and emotion present in the situation.
Pasted smile faking flair
The fake smile is a surface-level attempt to appear happy and carefree, but is inauthentic and insincere.
I'll never smile again?the song goes
The song lyrics express the feeling of sadness or despair, indicating that there may not be a reason to smile or be happy again.
Plate is empty nothing there
The metaphorical plate is empty and there is nothing to be gained or accomplished in the situation.
Why try when there's no understanding
The lack of understanding or clarity makes it difficult to find motivation to continue trying.
Why try when there is nothing left
When it feels as though there is nothing to be gained or accomplished, it can be hard to find a reason to keep trying.
Understand there's so much to be felt
Despite the hardships and lack of clarity, there is still a lot of emotion and depth to be experienced and embraced.
Decisions past future decided
The decisions that have been made in the past have already determined the future.
The one that counted forgot how to add
The person who was supposed to be in charge or responsible has failed or is incompetent.
Multiplying means division
Taking on more responsibilities or tasks can lead to more strain and problems.
Slide the rules i?ll be glad
Breaking or bending the rules may seem like an easy solution, but can lead to more stress and negative consequences.
I'll get this last one in and then stop writing about it
The artist wants to make one final effort or attempt before giving up or stopping altogether.
I'll get this last one in and then stop thinking about it
The singer wants to make one final effort or attempt before letting go of the situation in their mind.
Understanding
The repetition of the word 'understanding' emphasizes the importance and value of gaining clarity and insight in difficult situations.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RONALD LANE, STEVE MARRIOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MrHepj
Why don't we have more instructional videos like this now a days? Informative and to the point. Perfection!
@forthector7188
A lot of videos like this used to be produced by Disney, and were essentially high budget productions with experienced film makers. Unheard of today for an instructional video, but you can see the difference it makes.
@mikuhatsunegoshujin
Fort Hector Do they have a copyright on the general theme of presentation or something?
Surprises me that these types of instructional videos aren't more common.
@toiletpaper5556
Because people's dad's didn't smoke around them
@sm1thers
Because the youtube model means the longer a video the more $$ people get so people love to string out a 10 min video. I love content creators who stick to short videos to match my attention span ha.
@serlokbrixe425
The entire first semester of welding class... Under two minutes. Definitely my favorite class of the day!
@lucasrobinson537
I really feel I know a lot more about what is happening when I weld with my Everlast now.
@quakerzero
Back when I was learning welding in school maybe 9 or 10 years ago, our teacher showed us this video saying he never saw a better explanation video for stick welding. One of the first thing he showed us.
@AndrewFosterSheff69
Look at how the welder struck the arc. WHY can modern instructors not demonstrate it this simply???
@daoonh8981
It took an old 1950s tutorial to finally give me the basic of what the process of creating a welding bead looks like.