Betrayed
Champion/Betrayed Lyrics
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In "Betrayed" by Champion/Betrayed, the lyrics describe a personal journey of betrayal and resilience. The singer has experienced numerous times of being let down, and therefore seeks to find a way out of these situations. Despite being pushed aside and left behind, the singer has found something more within themselves to keep pushing back. The lyrics also refer to another person who shares a similar story, having been pushed aside and left behind, but has found a way to turn it around. The two individuals have ultimately found something that won't let them forget that they have been betrayed.
The repetition of being pushed aside and left behind highlights the feeling of being neglected or forgotten, which can often lead to feelings of anger or sadness. The resolve to keep pushing back and finding something more is a reflection of the strength and resilience that can come from these difficult experiences. The emphasis on learning to forgive but not forget is an important theme, acknowledging that betrayal can have lasting effects and may impact one's ability to trust others.
Line by Line Meaning
i've got to find the time to look back
I need to take time to reflect on my past experiences.
let down so many times before
I have experienced disappointment frequently in the past.
had to find something more
I needed to find something better to improve my life.
i've been pushed aside, but in the end i just keep pushing back
Even though I have faced rejection, I continue to persevere.
been left behind, but i found something more
Although I have felt abandoned, I discovered something that brought me fulfillment.
and what i found helped me turn it around
What I discovered helped me overcome my struggles and difficulties.
but i'll never forget...i understand that look in your eyes
I will always remember the pain and hardships that I have endured and recognize it in others.
and the story of your life tells me that we've travelled different roads but on the same path
Even though we have different experiences, we share a common goal or purpose.
you've been pushed aside, but in the end you just keep pushing back
Even though you have faced rejection, you continue to persevere.
been left behind, but you found something more
Although you have felt abandoned, you discovered something that brought you fulfillment.
and what you found helped you turn it around
What you discovered helped you overcome your struggles and difficulties.
and what we found wont let us ever forget that we've been betrayed
Our past experiences of being let down have made a lasting impact on us.
had to find something more
We both needed to find something better to improve our lives.
i can learn to forgive, but never to forget
I can forgive those who have wronged me, but I will always remember the pain they caused.
because we've been betrayed
Our past experiences of being let down have made a lasting impact on us.
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Written by: SANDY LINZER, DENNY RANDELL
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