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What If
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They convince you about
The way you are
A complete failure
What if
You know you couldn't
Be a danger
What if
They convince you about
The way you are
A complete failure
What if
You know you couldn't
Be a danger
To anyone
And still they tell you're wrong
And still they don't stop talking around you
And still they tell you're wrong
And still they don't stop talking around you
What if
Your attitude
Is to be the worst
Everytime
What if
You're sure that
Nobody lies about you
And still they tell you're wrong
And still they don't stop talking around you
And still they tell you're wrong
And still they don't stop talking around you
And still they tell you're wrong
And still they don't stop talking around you
The lyrics of Back from the Grave's song "What If" are about the struggle of being judged and misunderstood by others despite knowing one's true character. The song talks about the possibility of people convincing you that you are a complete failure, without actually being a danger to anyone. The lyrics convey the message that being judged and criticized without reason can have a severe impact on one's mental health and self-esteem.
The lyrics also highlight that even when someone knows that they are not what people claim they are, and they do not deserve the criticism, people still will not stop talking around them. The song also explores the idea of self-image and attitude towards oneself. The lyrics ask the question, "what if your attitude is to be the worst every time" and explore the idea that sometimes one's own thoughts and beliefs can have a negative impact on their self-image.
Overall, the lyrics of "What If" reflect the common human experience of being judged and misunderstood by others and how it can lead to negative impacts on mental health and self-esteem.
Line by Line Meaning
What if
What if you are faced with the possibility of someone convincing you that you're a complete failure
They convince you about
Someone is trying to convince you that you are worthless and not capable of succeeding.
The way you are
Who you are, as a person, is the reason why you are a failure.
A complete failure
The future looks bleak, as you are not capable of moving forward in life.
What if
What if you know that you are not a danger to anyone?
You know you couldn't
You have complete control over yourself, and you know you wouldn't purposely inflict harm on anyone.
Be a danger
You are harmless, and would never intentionally hurt anyone.
And still they tell you're wrong
Despite knowing the truth about yourself, people continue to tell you that you're wrong.
And still they don't stop talking around you
People aren't respecting you or your feelings and they continue to talk about you in a negative light.
Your attitude
Even when you're at your worst, your attitude doesn't change.
Is to be the worst
Your negative mentality and self esteem always takes precedence.
Everytime
This is a recurring pattern that happens every time.
You're sure that
You have confidence in the truth of your actions.
Nobody lies about you
You know that no one is fabricating stories about you and spreading rumors.
And still they tell you're wrong
Despite what you believe, people continue to put you down and tell you that you're wrong.
And still they don't stop talking around you
People are talking about you in a derogatory manner, which is not necessary or helpful.
Writer(s): Back From The Grave
Contributed by Mason D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ebaricyr
Pure punk , pure rock n roll . Garage punk , nuff said.
Snardlefarb
A magical time. We need a new version. Ain't never gonna happen. No one will ever agree any anything again. Wooooo! Yeah!
django939
roots of punk rock.
60's garage rock
great album
KC Diaz
@Moses Dominic going off topic is so punk rock.
Kellen Antonio
@Moses Dominic You are welcome :D
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David Simon Whitehead
It's good to hear my Proto Punkrock !
J. R.
You can tell the the Revenge of the Rats band were having a lot of fun recording their songs XD can´t help but laugh with them.