Today
Blackmail Lyrics


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Today I thought that I could spend
The day inside my head
Away from all that you have sent
Escape for my defense

Awake to see me standing there
Designed for all of time
You couldn't wait to take out all your share
And stray out of line

I'm leaving you now to get out of violence
It's getting me down to live here in silence
I keep up the pace, get out of the action
I'm hiding away from all the distractions

Today I thought I would escape
Away from all restraint
It's not too late though the wires never break
But the reign will still remain

I'm leaving you now to get out of violence
It's getting me down to live here in silence
I keep up the pace, get out of the action
I'm hiding away from all the distractions

I'm leaving you now to get out of violence (get me out of fear)
It's getting me down to live here in silence (get me out of fear)
I keep up the pace, get out of the action (get me out of fear)
I'm hiding away, away from distractions (get me out of fear)
Away from distractions





Get me out of fear
Get me out of fear

Overall Meaning

The song "Today" by the German band Blackmail is about the desire to escape from difficult situations and find a safe space. The first verse speaks of retreating into your own mind to escape from the troubles sent by someone else. However, in the chorus, the singer declares that they are leaving their partner to get away from violence and the fear that it causes. The final verse speaks of the desire to escape from all restraint, even though the constraints may still exist. The repeated plea "get me out of fear" emphasizes the fear that the singer feels and the importance of finding a way out of it.


Overall, the song explores a common human need to escape from danger or difficult situations. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and a longing for safety, which is something that many people can relate to. The repetition of the chorus creates a strong sense of urgency, highlighting the gravity of the situation and the need for action.


Line by Line Meaning

Today I thought that I could spend
I had the idea to spend my entire day


The day inside my head
Thinking and reflecting without physical distractions


Away from all that you have sent
Taking a break from all the negative things that have been happening


Escape for my defense
Finding solace from what stresses me


Awake to see me standing there
Realizing the situation I am in


Designed for all of time
Built for an everlasting impact


You couldn't wait to take out all your share
Taking what was not rightfully theirs


And stray out of line
Breaking boundaries and expectations


I'm leaving you now to get out of violence
Ending the situation to avoid harm


It's getting me down to live here in silence
Being in a quiet and dull environment is bringing me down


I keep up the pace, get out of the action
Moving forward and taking action to escape the situation


I'm hiding away from all the distractions
Avoiding things that could lead to distraction and hinder progress


Today I thought I would escape
I hoped to run away


Away from all restraint
No longer confined under rules or orders


It's not too late though the wires never break
Opportunities are still present, although difficult to access


But the reign will still remain
The oppressive influence will still persist


Get me out of fear
I want to be rid of the frightening thought or feeling


Get me out of fear
I want to be rid of the frightening thought or feeling




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Comments from YouTube:

Master_KayOz

It's hard to find a song that no one dislikes... I finally found it!!!

Capy1337

why isnt this song on the album anymore?

Luisa Starck

ich lieeebe diese band :) dieses jahr playground open air !!! wuuhu

mushroom

How is that Song so unknown

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