1. Captives is a hardco… Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists named Captives.
1. Captives is a hardcore punk band from Cincinnati, Ohio.
2. Captives are an alternative, garage rock band from the United Kingdom.
3. Captives is an alternative rock band from Eagle Mountain, Utah. On Captives' debut EP these homegrown boys from Utah successfully meld post-hardcore with alternative rock while even throwing in a little old school Brand New era emo. While listening it’s easy to pick up on their rock roots, but the further into a track you get the more layers start to unfold. A lulling baseline might kickstart a song, but by its end emotionally draining vocals are being shouted, eclipsing your first impression and morphing it into an almost transcendental experience of pain and whirling guitar riffs.
For the Post-Hardcore band from Leads, please see Caskets
Signs
Captives Lyrics
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I'm not saying it's impossible, maybe I just need a little sympathy
Though I'm guessing it would help if I opened my heart to somebody
I may feel a little better if I could just get my conscience clear
I want to disappear
I've seen the life dragged out of me
But I'm wasting breath on every broken dream
So this spark inside of me can burn bright enough to keep me company
I see that
We're all waiting for an answer but we don't see the signs
I'm hiding in the background while they all live their lives
There's so much time left but time scares me the most
Counting down the days until I am not alone
Look at me
Look at the state of my fate, I'm fading away, my anxiety
I'm at war with myself, maybe someone can help?
But I'm positive that with a little bit of strength I can turn this around
And separate the darkest of days, step into the light again
I see that
We're all waiting for an answer but we don't see the signs
I'm hiding in the background while they all live their lives
There's so much time left but time scares me the most
Counting down the days until I am not alone
I might find myself once I put myself through hell
Or maybe I need it a minute to realise that my life's falling away
Listen to me
I'm not saying it's impossible, maybe I just need a little sympathy
Though I'm guessing it would help if I opened my heart...
We're all waiting for an answer but we don't see the signs
I'm hiding in the background while they all live their lives
There's so much time left but time scares me the most
Counting down the days until I am not alone
In the song "Signs" by Captives, the lyrics describe the struggle of feeling lost and alone, while trying to find the courage to reach out for help. The singer admits to feeling overwhelmed and anxious, and is hesitant to open up to anyone. However, he acknowledges that he needs to confront his problems and "separate the darkest of days" in order to find his way back into the light.
The chorus repeats the message that everyone is searching for answers, but often miss the signs that could lead them to the solution. The singer sees himself as a background character in other people's lives, while struggling with his own fears and insecurities. Despite this, he recognizes that time is a precious commodity, and is afraid of wasting it by staying alone.
The song is relatable to anyone who has ever felt lost or alone, and struggles to see a way out. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and emotional honesty, while the melody has an infectious energy that is both catchy and raw.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to me
I need someone to hear me out
I'm not saying it's impossible, maybe I just need a little sympathy
I know things can get better, I just need someone to show me some understanding
Though I'm guessing it would help if I opened my heart to somebody
Maybe if I shared my feelings with someone, it would make me feel better
I may feel a little better if I could just get my conscience clear
I think confessing my secrets might ease my mind
I want to disappear
I feel overwhelmed and wish I could just disappear from my problems
I've seen the life dragged out of me
I feel like life has drained me of energy and hope
But I'm wasting breath on every broken dream
I keep hoping for something that never happens and it's exhausting
I'll wait for an answer
I'm still holding out hope for a solution to my problems
So this spark inside of me can burn bright enough to keep me company
I hope my inner strength can help me through this tough time
We're all waiting for an answer but we don't see the signs
We're all looking for a way out of our problems but don't know where to look
I'm hiding in the background while they all live their lives
I feel like I'm not really living and am just watching others from a distance
There's so much time left but time scares me the most
I'm worried about how much time I have left to fix things and make a better life
Counting down the days until I am not alone
I hope to find companionship and support to help me through tough times
Look at me
I need someone to see me and my struggles
Look at the state of my fate, I'm fading away, my anxiety
My life is heading in a bad direction and my anxiety is overwhelming
I'm at war with myself, maybe someone can help?
I feel like I'm fighting a losing battle on my own, and need someone to help me through it
But I'm positive that with a little bit of strength I can turn this around
I still have hope that I can make positive changes with a little effort
And separate the darkest of days, step into the light again
I hope to leave behind tough times and move towards a happier future
I might find myself once I put myself through hell
I might need to go through a tough time to better understand myself and my problems
Or maybe I need it a minute to realise that my life's falling away
Maybe I just need a moment to recognize that things aren't going well
Writer(s): benji wilson
Contributed by Cooper G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.