Sweet Enough
Ben Hobbs Lyrics

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Some people want to pay their dues
Some people want to pray
I'm hoping I can make this grounded
What's worth more I say?

My freedom is not waiting on you
But I'm still careful what I say
You've been waiting for a bite like this one

To pull me back to my grave

The blood is filling up, it can't be buried now
You'll have to keep yourself away
You tell me, there's something better for you
Taste ain't sweet enough
So throw your beating heart away

I'm waiting for the perfect hit
You'll kill me quick if I don't miss
A heart of gold is how the others see you
Their idle minds give in

My freedom is not waiting on you
But I'm still careful what I say
You've been waiting for a bite like this one
To pull me back to my grave

The blood is filling up, it can't be buried now
You'll have to keep yourself away
You tell me, there's something better for you
Taste ain't sweet enough
So throw your beating heart away

Sweet enough
Sweet enough

I would sit in fire
I would love a liar
I'd become the martyr
Because we all do

The blood is filling up, it can't be buried now
You'll have to keep yourself away
You tell me, there's something better for you
Taste ain't sweet enough
So throw your beating heart away

Sweet enough
Sweet enough

Overall Meaning

In the lyrics for “Sweet Enough," Ben Hobbs shares his personal struggle against the expectations of others. His honest and reflective lyrics tell the story of a man who is determined to stay true to himself, despite the pressure to conform. The song highlights the idea that everyone has their own unique path, and that true freedom comes from staying true to oneself, rather than trying to please others.

The first verse of the song seems to offer up two opposing viewpoints on how to navigate the challenges of life. Some people choose to work hard and struggle in order to achieve their dreams, while others turn to prayer for guidance and comfort. This sets up the idea that there are many different ways to approach life, and that each person must find their own path. The chorus of the song is a warning against giving in to the pressure to conform, as Hobbs sings “throw your beating heart away,” urging others not to sacrifice their true selves for the sake of fitting in.

In the second verse, Hobbs speaks directly to someone who is trying to pull him down, warning them that he won't be buried or silenced. He sings, “The blood is filling up, it can’t be buried now. You’ll have to keep yourself away.” This verse is a powerful assertion of Hobbs’ independence and resilience. The outro of the song is an admission of his own imperfections and his willingness to suffer for what he believes in. “I would sit in fire. I would love a liar. I’d become the martyr. Because we all do,” he sings, underscoring the idea that everyone struggles to find their way in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Some people want to pay their dues
Some folks desire to work hard and earn their way.

Some people want to pray
Other people seek religious guidance in their lives.

I'm hoping I can make this grounded
The singer desires to make their work or project realistic and tangible.

What's worth more I say?
The artist questions the value of different choices or paths in life.

My freedom is not waiting on you
The artist doesn't need anyone else's approval to live their life.

But I'm still careful what I say
The singer is aware that their words can have consequences and chooses them wisely.

You've been waiting for a bite like this one
Someone has been seeking ways to criticize or undermine the singer and found a new opportunity.

To pull me back to my grave
This person seeks to damage the artist's reputation or harm them emotionally.

The blood is filling up, it can't be buried now
The consequences of some actions are becoming more significant or apparent.

You'll have to keep yourself away
The artist may need to distance themself from someone who is causing problems.

You tell me, there's something better for you
Someone else is trying to convince the singer that they should pursue a different course of action.

Taste ain't sweet enough
The alternative option being presented does not seem appealing or worthwhile to the artist.

So throw your beating heart away
The singer advises against making a decision that would harm or sacrifice oneself.

I'm waiting for the perfect hit
The singer is biding their time and waiting for an ideal opportunity.

You'll kill me quick if I don't miss
The risk of failure in the singer's plans is high, and they understand that failure could have serious consequences.

A heart of gold is how the others see you
The artist sees someone else as having a kind and generous nature.

Their idle minds give in
Other people may be more susceptible or vulnerable to temptation.

I would sit in fire
The singer would be willing to endure great pain or discomfort for something they believe in.

I would love a liar
The singer could still have positive feelings for someone, even if that person lies or deceives them.

I'd become the martyr
The artist would be willing to suffer or even die for a cause they believe in.

Because we all do
These types of actions or attitudes are common or universal among people.

Sweet enough
The artist implies that the current situation, experience, or relationship is adequate or satisfactory.

Sweet enough
Reiterating the idea that the status quo is acceptable for the moment.

Contributed by Kaylee K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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