Else
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Worthless tries at finding something else
Best not talk too loud
You're not as smart as you require of them
Your body breaks
Your needs consume you
And with this lies the need to be here
Together
Funny thing with blood
You try to stand but neither leg's awake
Just this side of love
Is where you'll find the confidence
Not to continue
Your body breaks
Your needs consume you
Forever
And with this lies the need to be here
Together
The first stanza of "Else" describes the acceptance of failure in the pursuit of finding something new. The singer suggests they don't "mind" the futile attempts at finding something else because it is better than being stuck in the same situation. The second line warns someone to not "talk too loud" because they are not as intelligent as they believe themselves to be. The second stanza describes the toll that pursuing something new can have on a person. The singer describes the physical and emotional exhaustion as their body breaks and their needs consume them. However, despite these feelings, they recognize the need to be together and connected to others. The final stanza continues this theme of perseverance, suggesting that just on the other side of love, there is the confidence needed to not give up.
Overall, the song seems to explore the complexities and challenges of change and growth. The ability to accept failure, recognize one's limitations, and continue on in the face of exhaustion and struggle is central to the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Finally I don't mind
I have reached a state of acceptance and peace with my current situation
Worthless tries at finding something else
My attempts at searching for something better have been futile
Best not talk too loud
It is better to keep quiet and not reveal your lack of intelligence
You're not as smart as you require of them
You hold yourself to a high standard of intelligence that you don't meet
Your body breaks
Your physical health is deteriorating
Your needs consume you
Your desires and wants are taking over your life
Forever
This state of being is prolonged and seemingly never-ending
And with this lies the need to be here
Despite the struggles, there is a deep-rooted desire to remain in the current situation
Together
The support and companionship of others is needed to endure
Funny thing with blood
It is strange how even the most basic bodily functions can be difficult to control
You try to stand but neither leg's awake
Despite the effort, you are having difficulty taking action
Just this side of love
A feeling of hope and positivity is just within grasp
Is where you'll find the confidence
Believing in the potential of a positive outcome can boost confidence
Not to continue
The confidence can also provide the strength to let go and move on
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DOUG MARTSCH
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