Made Out Of Nothing
Coheed and Cambria Lyrics


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Nevermind all the lines, I'm coming
And there is no better part of me you'll see
The darkest light the blind I'll be
I accept that you chose to forget
The horrid thing you made of me, my dear
It is alright, it is so

The laughing feels so good
But the world misunderstood all I said,
There was no joke in what I meant

Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story
Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story

I've given up on all I loved for
An honest moment of clarity
Well I need to feel alright, please let me breathe
In a life I'm made out of nothing
To cleanse this useless identity
Will you hear all the world in it's whys?
Just wait,

Will the later half be as good?
Well if only I misunderstood
I'll weight all this judgment I've been blamed

Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story
Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story

I failed you, I fail
There's no understanding in miracles
When the worst, it always comes true
Ha-ha, I am the nothing you have saved

Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story
Someone please come shelter me from
All that I am and never again
Will I believe the same old story

It eats us like cancer, we're hoping for something
Maybe an answer with all that you've done for me
I'll give you nothing
It eats us like cancer, we're hoping for something
Maybe an answer with all that you've done for me
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Coheed and Cambria's song Made Out Of Nothing is about the feeling of helplessness and the desire for someone to come and shelter the singer from their own identity. The song implies that the singer has been hurt in the past such that it has affected their ability to believe in the same old stories, further suggesting that the singer feels out of place in the world where they are made out of nothing.


The songs' opening lines "Nevermind all the lines, I'm coming" express an intended departure from previously perceived confines. The darkest light and blind aspect refer to the lack of true understanding of the singer's pain by those around them. The plea for shelter from their identity is a symbol of the singer's dependence upon others for a sense of self. They have given up on everything they loved as a means to find clarity in this sense of self. The hint towards miracles inevitably coming at the worst time emphasizes the lack of control the singer feels in their own life, leaving them defenseless against the suffering that may be incurred.


Line by Line Meaning

Nevermind all the lines, I'm coming
I am determined to come forward and face whatever consequences or challenges lie ahead, regardless of any hesitation or obstacles


And there is no better part of me you'll see
I acknowledge that I have flaws and imperfections, and there is no aspect of my character that will prove to be superior or more desirable than my other traits


The darkest light the blind I'll be
Even in the bleakest situations, I will still strive to provide guidance, direction, and hope to those who are lost and uncertain


I accept that you chose to forget
I acknowledge that people may choose to forget or disregard my actions or words, and I am at peace with this decision


The horrid thing you made of me, my dear
I recognize that some individuals have had a negative impact on my life, even those I once held close, and I refer to this as a damaging influence


It is alright, it is so
Despite the past hardships and adverse circumstances, everything will be okay in the end and I accept this outcome


The laughing feels so good
Although some may misunderstand the intent behind my words or actions, I still find joy and happiness in various aspects of life


But the world misunderstood all I said,
People may misinterpret or misconstrue my true meaning, and this can lead to confusion and frustration


There was no joke in what I meant
When I am expressing myself, I am not trying to be humorous or witty - I am trying to convey my thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a serious and genuine way


Someone please come shelter me from
I feel vulnerable and exposed, and I am seeking comfort and protection from external influences that could cause further harm or discomfort


All that I am and never again
I am willing to change who I am and let go of old habits or patterns that no longer serve a positive purpose, but I do not want to relive past experiences or emotions


Will I believe the same old story
I am wary of falling back into old habits or beliefs that may have hindered my growth or happiness in the past


I've given up on all I loved for
I have sacrificed or let go of things I cherish or hold dear in pursuit of a greater goal or objective


An honest moment of clarity
I am seeking a moment of truth and understanding that will bring a newfound sense of peace and resolution


Well I need to feel alright, please let me breathe
I require some space and time to process my emotions and thoughts, and I hope that others can respect and facilitate this need


In a life I'm made out of nothing
I feel like I have built this life from scratch, without any external guidance or assistance, and I am struggling to reconcile this lack of structure or support


To cleanse this useless identity
I am attempting to rid myself of a sense of worthlessness or insignificance that may have been imposed upon me by external factors or my own negative self-talk


Will you hear all the world in it's whys?
Will anyone truly listen and understand the reasons behind my actions, as well as the deeper motivations and justifications that guide my decision-making?


Just wait,
I am willing to bide my time and wait for a positive outcome or resolution, rather than rushing into a situation without fully understanding the consequences


Will the later half be as good?
I am wondering if the rewards of the future will match or outweigh the present difficulties and challenges


Well if only I misunderstood
I wish that I had not interpreted a particular situation or conversation in a way that led to negative consequences or misunderstandings


I'll weight all this judgment I've been blamed
I am willing to take responsibility and account for any negative repercussions or guilt associated with my actions, and I will examine my behavior to ensure that it aligns with my values and goals


I failed you, I fail
I acknowledge that I have let down others in the past, and I worry that I will continue to make mistakes or disappoint those close to me


There's no understanding in miracles
Some aspects of life are inexplicable or difficult to comprehend, even for those who have faith in a higher power or greater meaning


When the worst, it always comes true
I feel like my worst fears or expectations often manifest as reality, and this can create a sense of pessimism or despair


Ha-ha, I am the nothing you have saved
Despite the attempts of others to rescue or support me, I feel like I am still lacking in worth or purpose, and this is a source of frustration and disillusionment


It eats us like cancer, we're hoping for something
The negativity and uncertainty of life can slowly consume and destroy us, and we cling to the hope that something positive or meaningful will emerge from this struggle


Maybe an answer with all that you've done for me
I am searching for explanations or guidance that will help me make sense of my experiences and emotions, and I am hopeful that those who care for me can provide this perspective


I'll give you nothing
Although I appreciate the support and kindness of those around me, I feel like I have nothing to offer or give in return, and this creates a sense of indebtedness or guilt


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Despite the challenges and hardships of life, and the perception that my identity or worth may come from external factors, I recognize that my self-worth ultimately stems from my own inner strength, resilience, and determination


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Written by: CLAUDIO SANCHEZ, TRAVIS STEVER

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