Desperate
Boy Hero feat. Tyler Carter Lyrics
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Living in my head
No roofs, no walls, no structure
No thoughts, no feeling
It was as if I was dead
This heart never skipped a beat
Meaning never left my lips
Nothing can form at these fingertips
For something worth it
Finding meaning in your rhyme
So Im not sitting, wasting time
And I can prove it
That I'm not useless
So cut my fire
And starve my passion
Page after page
Book after book
I can't be found
I've looked
There is a wall that I cannot break down
Woah
To take risks
Our chance is missed
(I'm losing, yeah)
Can you really imagine she'd leave me like this?
(This)
And I am desperate
For something worth it
Finding meaning in your rhyme
So Im not sitting, wasting time
And I can prove it
That I'm not useless
So cut my fire
And starve my passion
(Yeah)
And I am desperate
For something worth it
And I am desperate
For something worth it
Finding meaning in your rhyme
So Im not sitting, wasting time
And I can prove it
That I'm not useless
So cut my fire
And starve my passion
(Cut my fire)
(Woah)
The lyrics to Boy Hero feat. Tyler Carter's song Desperate speak of the desperation and longing for something meaningful that the singer feels. He describes feeling like he's been hiding inside and living in his own head, with no structure or direction in his life. He's searching for something that will give his life meaning and purpose, but so far, he's been unable to find it. He talks about his passion and fire being starved and cut, leaving him feeling lost and useless.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "And I am desperate for something worth it," emphasizing the singer's longing for meaning and purpose. He's looking for something that will make him feel alive and help him prove his worth. He believes that by finding meaning in the lyrics of a song, he can escape the feeling of wasting his time and prove that he's not useless.
The song speaks to a universal feeling of desperation and the search for purpose that many people experience at some point in their lives. Through powerful lyrics and a haunting melody, Boy Hero and Tyler Carter capture the vulnerability and raw emotion of this search for meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
I have been hiding inside
For a long time, I have been avoiding the world by staying inside myself
Living in my head
I have been spending most of my time thinking rather than acting
No roofs, no walls, no structure
I have no clear direction and my life lacks order and purpose
No thoughts, no feeling
I have been emotionally numb and have no drive to do anything
It was as if I was dead
I have been living a life devoid of meaning and purpose
This heart never skipped a beat
Despite my emotional numbness, my heart still beats and keeps me alive
Meaning never left my lips
I have not been able to express or articulate my thoughts or feelings
Nothing can form at these fingertips
I have been unable to create anything of value
And I am desperate
I am in a state of great need and urgency to find something that gives my life meaning
For something worth it
I am searching for something that is valuable and makes my life worth living
Finding meaning in your rhyme
I am seeking inspiration and guidance from your lyrics to help me find purpose
So I'm not sitting, wasting time
I want to use my time wisely and not let it slip away
And I can prove it
I am confident that I can demonstrate my worth and value
That I'm not useless
I am trying to convince myself that I have worth and can contribute something positive to the world
So cut my fire
Don't let my passion or drive be extinguished
And starve my passion
Do not allow me to lose the motivation to pursue my dreams and goals
Page after page
I have been searching for answers and inspiration through books
Book after book
I have been reading extensively to try and find meaning in my life
I can't be found
Despite my efforts, I have not been able to find what I am looking for
I've looked
I have exhaustively searched for something that will give my life purpose
There is a wall that I cannot break down
There is an obstacle that is preventing me from achieving my goals
To take risks
I know that I need to be brave and take chances to find what I am looking for
Our chance is missed
If we do not take opportunities when they arise, they may be lost forever
(I'm losing, yeah)
I am struggling and feel like I am falling behind in life
Can you really imagine she'd leave me like this?
I am afraid of losing someone important if I do not find purpose and meaning in my life
And I am desperate
I am in urgent need of finding something worthwhile
For something worth it
I am searching for something of value and meaning to guide my life
And I am desperate
I am in a state of great need and urgency to find something that gives my life meaning
Finding meaning in your rhyme
I am seeking inspiration and guidance from your lyrics to help me find purpose
So I'm not sitting, wasting time
I want to use my time wisely and not let it slip away
And I can prove it
I am confident that I can demonstrate my worth and value
That I'm not useless
I am trying to convince myself that I have worth and can contribute something positive to the world
So cut my fire
Don't let my passion or drive be extinguished
And starve my passion
Do not allow me to lose the motivation to pursue my dreams and goals
(Cut my fire)
I am urging you to not let anything dim my passion or ambition
(Woah)
An expression of surprise or emphasis
Writer(s): Jamey-leigh Resosemito
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