Bigwig is a punk/thrash band from New Jersey, formed in 1995. They are comp… Read Full Bio ↴Bigwig is a punk/thrash band from New Jersey, formed in 1995. They are comprised of Jeff Powers (guitar), Zach (bass), Tom Petta (guitar/vocals), and latest most recent addition as of 2008 Rob Ferreira (drummer). Since their inception, they have gone through a number of line-up changes and have steadily gained popularity, having played with such bands as Pennywise, Strung Out, Less Than Jake, Blink-182, The Ataris, The Vandals, The Suicide Machines, Agnostic Front, Lagwagon, and Reel Big Fish.

Their 4th album, Reclamation, was released on February 7, 2006 by Fearless Records.

Discography:

Self-titled 7" - 1996
Un-Mery Melodies - 1997
Stay Asleep - 1999
Invitation To Tragedy - 2001
Reclamation - 2006

Best of Me
Bigwig Lyrics

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I can't see how things fall apart so easily
Still I can't find forgiveness in my heart
To let it go
I look inside myself and what do I see?
Anger and hostility
Falling apart, keep it together
Trying to, trying to make ends meet
Frustrations got the best of me

Frustrations got the best of me

I can't see how things fall apart so easily
Still I can't find forgiveness in my heart
To let it go
I look inside myself and what do I see?
Anger and hostility
Falling apart, keep it together
Trying to, trying to make ends meet
Frustrations got the best of me
Frustrations got the best of me

Things seem so black and white just like it used to be
Searching for my confidence

Searching for complacency
It's got the best, it's got the best of me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bigwig’s song Best Of Me convey a theme of personal introspection and turmoil. The first stanza speaks to the difficulty in letting go and moving on from something that has fallen apart, as well as the internal struggle of holding onto anger and hostility. The perceived ease of things falling apart creates frustration and a struggle to maintain composure and control. This feeling of frustration is carried into the chorus, as it repeats the phrase “frustration’s got the best of me.”

The second stanza delves further into the personal struggles of the singer, specifically in their search for confidence and contentment. This search is represented in the repetition of the phrase “searching for,” emphasizing the ongoing struggle to find peace and satisfaction. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of personal turmoil, frustration, and difficulty in moving on from negative experiences.

Line by Line Meaning

I can't see how things fall apart so easily
I am unable to comprehend the ease with which things disintegrate

Still I can't find forgiveness in my heart
Despite trying, I can't seem to muster forgiveness

To let it go
To move forward and not dwell on past mistakes

I look inside myself and what do I see?
When I introspect, what do I observe?

Anger and hostility
I notice feelings of resentment and animosity

Falling apart, keep it together
Despite everything crumbling, I must maintain composure

Trying to, trying to make ends meet
I'm striving to make things work despite the difficulties

Frustrations got the best of me
My frustrations overwhelmed me

Things seem so black and white just like it used to be
My situation is reminiscent of a previous time when things felt clear-cut

Searching for my confidence
I am looking for a renewed sense of self-assurance

Searching for complacency
I am seeking a feeling of contentment and ease