Between the Lines
Bonobo Bajka Lyrics


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Well we can't change the world
We sure can change the way we live
We can't only take
Also got to learn to give

People do wrong cause they don't understand
There's a book of truths
And a book of lies
Think with your heart
Read between the lines

Things aren't always how they seem
We've got to make the best of it
Eye for an eye
Tooth for a tooth
Sometimes we're blind
We can still see the truth

Well we can't change the world
We sure can change the way we live
We can't only take
Also got to learn to give

Sometimes you're lost
Sometimes you're blind




Think with your heart
Read between the lines

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bonobo Bajka's song, "Between the Lines," are a call to action for people to look beyond the surface level of situations and consider the hidden truths that lie beneath. While the world may be a difficult and complicated place, we have the ability to change the way we live in order to make it better for ourselves and those around us. It's not enough to only take from others, we also need to learn how to give in order to make a positive impact on the world.


The verse "People do wrong cause they don't understand" suggests that many of the problems in the world arise from a lack of knowledge or empathy. Bajka goes on to encourage listeners to think with their hearts and read between the lines - in other words, to challenge their assumptions and consider perspectives other than their own.


The line "Eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth" is a reference to a biblical concept of justice that suggests that the punishment should fit the crime. However, Bajka points out that sometimes we are blind to the truth of a situation and need to look deeper in order to fully understand it.


Overall, "Between the Lines" is a message of hope and empowerment for listeners, encouraging them to take control of their lives and make a positive impact on the world around them.


Line by Line Meaning

Well we can't change the world
We may not have control over every major occurrence in the world


We sure can change the way we live
We have the ability to change our lifestyles and the way we interact with the world


We can't only take
We shouldn't always think about ourselves and what we can get from the world


Also got to learn to give
We should also think about others and how we can contribute to them


People do wrong cause they don't understand
People often do bad things because they lack knowledge and understanding


There's a book of truths
There is a set of knowledge that is accurate and true


And a book of lies
There is also a set of knowledge that is false and misleading


Think with your heart
Use your emotions and feelings in addition to rational thinking to navigate life


Read between the lines
Delve deeper and analyze beyond surface level to discern accurate information


Things aren't always how they seem
Appearances can be deceiving


We've got to make the best of it
We need to make the most out of every situation


Eye for an eye
The idea of seeking revenge or retribution for a wrongdoing


Tooth for a tooth
The idea of punishing wrongdoing with equivalent retaliation


Sometimes we're blind
At times, we lack insight and understanding


We can still see the truth
Yet, we are still able to identify what is factual and accurate


Sometimes you're lost
Occasionally, you may feel directionless or without purpose


Sometimes you're blind
Occasionally, you may lack insight or understanding


Think with your heart
Use your emotions and feelings along with logical thinking to navigate life


Read between the lines
Analyze beyond surface level to better understand concepts and ideas




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@MaLika-yy6nx

Lyrics :

Well we can't change the world
We sure can change the way we live
We can't only take
Also got to learn to give

People do wrong cause they don't understand
There's a book of truths
And a book of lies
Think with your heart
Read between the lines

Things aren't always how they seem
We've got to make the best of it
Eye for an eye
Tooth for a tooth
Sometimes we're blind
We can still see the truth

Well we can't change the world
We sure can change the way we live
We can't only take
Also got to learn to give

Sometimes you're lost
Sometimes you're blind
Think with your heart
Read between the lines



All comments from YouTube:

@soundaddiktion2006

This is so 2009-2011 for me

@Defender77

My mate Barry introduced me to Bonobo many years ago. He was a class DJ, we savoured many a beat and tune then both with massive eclectic music collections. We party D hard and went on seperate paths. He to the far off lands and oceans of the deep, me to the deep oceans and near lands of experience and experiment. Nearly became a cropper a few times.
Life is light.
Bonobo is the cherry on that old cake👍

@Pitaboi

perfect music for a quarantine

@manfredmanno987

true

@brightfulhope796

POV: you get kidnapped by someone that wants a diagnosis, just for playing a prank on your boss.

@anamariathomas1906

Thank you for letting me know Im not the only one that ended up here that way.

@Snowphey

Another one ended up here that way

@annaburban1717

Same 😅

@brightfulhope796

Tee hee

@ThunderChunky101

Absolutely top notch tune.
Totally brilliant. Cool 😎

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