water
Ben Burnley/Breaking Benjamin Lyrics
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I'd rather drink from the ocean
What did you mean when you said no?
I only want what is best for you
Well I won't ever let you drown
No I won't ever let you down
'Cause I am my enemy
I never wanted nothin' from you
Yes I do, yes I do
My engine's runnin' on dry
My head's so fucked up inside
Shut up
I know
I said so
There is no way to recover
You told me there is no other
The surface is getting hotter
Well I'll shove your head under water
But I won't ever let you drown
No, I won't ever let you down
'Cause I am my enemy
The water's up to the knee
I never wanted nothin' from you
Yes I do, yes I do
My engine's runnin' on dry
My head's so fucked up inside
Shut up
I know
I said so
'Cause I am my enemy
The water's up to the knee
I never wanted nothin' from you
Yes I do, yes I do
My engine's runnin' on dry
My head's so fucked up inside
Shut up
I know
I said so
Shut up
I know
I said so
Shut up
'Cause I know
I said so
The song "Water" by Breaking Benjamin portrays a sense of internal conflict and desperation. The lyrics suggest the singer is struggling with their own thoughts and emotions, represented by the water rising up around them. The first two lines suggest that the singer would rather face the vastness of the ocean rather than the difficult situation they are currently in. The line "What did you mean when you said no?" can be interpreted as the singer seeking clarification and understanding from someone, possibly in a relationship context. The following line, "I only want what is best for you," reveals the singer's intentions to protect and care for the other person.
The chorus of the song, "Cause I am my enemy, the water's up to the knee," illustrates the internal conflict the singer is feeling, indicating that they are working against themselves. The phrase "My engine's runnin' on dry, my head's so fucked up inside" suggests they are in a state of emotional and mental exhaustion.
The bridge of the song, "There is no way to recover, you told me there is no other," suggests a sense of hopelessness and desperation, potentially caused by external factors beyond the singer's control. The line "Well I'll shove your head underwater, But I won't ever let you drown, No, I won't ever let you down" suggests that although the singer is struggling with their own internal battles, they remain committed to protecting the other person.
Overall, the song “Water” highlights the struggle with internal demons, as well as the desire to protect and care for others. It portrays a sense of emotional turmoil, desperation, and hopelessness, while also revealing a glimmer of hope and dedication to protect loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
What's all this talk of a notion?
What are you talking about?
I'd rather drink from the ocean
I prefer doing something difficult (like drinking ocean water) than listening to what you're saying.
What did you mean when you said no?
What did you mean when you refused me?
I only want what is best for you
I care about your well-being and want to do what's best for you.
Well I won't ever let you drown
I'll always be there for you and help you when you're in trouble.
No I won't ever let you down
I won't disappoint you or fail to meet your expectations.
'Cause I am my enemy
I'm my own worst enemy and struggle with my own inner demons.
The water's up to the knee
I'm in over my head and don't know how to handle the situation.
I never wanted nothin' from you
I never had any ulterior motives or selfish intentions towards you.
Yes I do, yes I do
Actually, I did want something from you, despite what I said before.
My engine's runnin' on dry
I'm exhausted and running on fumes, with nothing left to give.
My head's so fucked up inside
My thoughts and emotions are all messed up and confused.
Shut up
Stop talking.
I know
I understand what you're trying to say.
I said so
I made my decision and that's final.
There is no way to recover
There's no fixing or making things better anymore.
You told me there is no other
You said that there's no alternative or other solution.
The surface is getting hotter
The situation is becoming more intense and urgent.
Well I'll shove your head under water
I'll force you to confront and deal with this situation, even if it's uncomfortable.
Shut up
Stop talking.
I know
I understand what you're trying to say.
I said so
I made my decision and that's final.
Shut up
Stop talking.
'Cause I know
I'm confident in myself and my own judgement.
I said so
I made my decision and that's final.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BENJAMIN BURNLEY, JEREMY HUMMEL, AARON C FINCKE, MARK JAMES KLEPASKI
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