Power Trip
B.Ford Lyrics
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That shit means nothing and you need to learn that
Sorry only gets you so fucking far
You're gonna have to do more to prove who you are
You're on a power trip (trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip, trip)
Heartstrings break and can't be mended
Writing words on a screen with no way to send it
Crosswinds blow and sweep me off my feet
Right to the door and paradise is where it leads
You're on a power trip (trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip)
You're on a power trip (trip, trip, trip)
You're on a...
You're on a power trip, no way around it
Power trip
The lyrics to B.Ford's song "Power Trip" convey a sense of betrayal and disappointment. The opening line, "What's a handshake when a knife is already in my back?" suggests a deceitful act by someone close, questioning the value of trust and superficial gestures. The lyrics emphasize that such actions hold no meaning and the listener needs to understand this.
The next line, "Sorry only gets you so fucking far. You're gonna have to do more to prove who you are," points to the insufficiency of apologies and the need for genuine actions to demonstrate one's true character. This highlights the theme of accountability and the idea that words alone cannot mend the damage caused.
The repetition of the phrase "You're on a power trip" throughout the song reflects the idea that the person being addressed is intoxicated by their own power or authority. It suggests that they abuse their position and manipulate others for their own gain. The subsequent lines, "Heartstrings break and can't be mended" and "Crosswinds blow and sweep me off my feet," evoke a sense of vulnerability and being overwhelmed by the actions of the person on the power trip.
Overall, the song "Power Trip" explores themes of betrayal, disappointment, and the need for authenticity in actions. It critiques those who abuse their power and emphasizes the importance of genuine remorse and efforts to make amends.
Line by Line Meaning
What's a handshake when a knife is already in my back?
Trusting someone's superficial gesture means nothing when they have already betrayed me.
That shit means nothing and you need to learn that
Those empty promises hold no value, and it's essential for you to understand that.
Sorry only gets you so fucking far
Apologies alone have limitations and cannot fully rectify the harm caused.
You're gonna have to do more to prove who you are
Merely claiming your identity is insufficient; you need to demonstrate it through actions.
Heartstrings break and can't be mended
Emotional attachments can be irreparably damaged and cannot be fixed.
Writing words on a screen with no way to send it
Expressing thoughts and feelings on a digital platform but lacking the means to deliver them.
Crosswinds blow and sweep me off my feet
Changing circumstances catch me off guard and overwhelm me.
Right to the door and paradise is where it leads
Navigating through unexpected challenges can lead to a place of happiness and fulfillment.
You're on a power trip, no way around it
You are excessively exerting control and authority, and there's no denying it.
Power trip
Indulging in a display of dominance and control.
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Written by: Ian Briggs
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