Only human
Cold Showers Lyrics


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Learning to trust
More than expression
Believe in me now
Believe in intention

Lend me your faith
Don't ask any questions
Morals aside
You could have it all
You could have it

...
It's a matter of choice
...

Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that

When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare

...
On the tip of your tongue
Mercy awaits
And cuts like a knife
Bound to the badlands

Heaven's distraction
There's no persuasion
Stronger than sorrow

It's stronger than
...
It's a matter of choice
...
Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that
When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare




I wouldn't dare
I wouldn't dare

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Cold Showers's song "Only Human" express a longing for trust and belief in someone despite past experiences of betrayal and doubt. The singer urges their listener to trust them without question, and to put aside any moral judgments they may have. The line "You're only human, an observer at that" suggests that the listener is not alone in their weaknesses and that they should be allowed some leniency when it comes to trust.


The chorus repeats the phrase "Learning to trust, my hand to you, just as simple as that," emphasizing the singer's desire to establish a relationship built on trust and simplicity. However, the final line of the song, "I wouldn't dare," suggests that the singer may not be sincere in their promises, or that they are aware that trust is not something that can be easily given or earned.


Overall, the lyrics of "Only Human" touch on universal themes of trust and vulnerability, expressing a desire for connection despite the challenges that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Learning to trust
Getting better at having faith in someone or something.


More than expression
Not just words or actions, but true sincerity.


Believe in me now
Have faith in me in this moment.


Believe in intention
Trust the reasons behind what someone does.


Lend me your faith
Give me your trust.


Don't ask any questions
Have faith without needing explanations.


Morals aside
Putting aside ethical considerations.


You could have it all
There is the potential to have everything one desires.


It's a matter of choice
Ultimately, the decision is up to the individual.


My hand to you
Offering assistance or support.


Just as simple
Easily done or understood.


You're only human
Recognizing one's fallibility and imperfections.


An observer at that
Merely watching instead of actively participating.


And if you're wary
If you are hesitant or suspicious.


Don't believe me at that
Don't trust my words alone.


When I say that
At the moment that I express this.


I wouldn't dare
I would never take that risk or step out of line.


On the tip of your tongue
Something that is almost said or shared verbally.


Mercy awaits
Forgiveness is a possibility.


And cuts like a knife
Although forgiveness is possible, it can still be painful.


Bound to the badlands
Trapped or stuck in a difficult or negative situation.


Heaven's distraction
Something that takes attention away from more important matters.


There's no persuasion
No amount of convincing or arguing will change the situation.


Stronger than sorrow
More powerful than feelings of sadness or grief.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@katlaskogy599

Learning to trust
More than expression
Believe in me now
Believe in intention
Lend me your faith
Don't ask any questions
Morals aside
You could have it all
You could have it
...
It's a matter of choice
...
Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that
When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare
...
On the tip of your tongue
Mercy awaits
And cuts like a knife
Bound to the badlands
Heaven's distraction
There's no persuasion
Stronger than sorrow
It's stronger than
...
It's a matter of choice
...
Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that
When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare
I wouldn't dare
I wouldn't dare



All comments from YouTube:

@katlaskogy599

Learning to trust
More than expression
Believe in me now
Believe in intention
Lend me your faith
Don't ask any questions
Morals aside
You could have it all
You could have it
...
It's a matter of choice
...
Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that
When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare
...
On the tip of your tongue
Mercy awaits
And cuts like a knife
Bound to the badlands
Heaven's distraction
There's no persuasion
Stronger than sorrow
It's stronger than
...
It's a matter of choice
...
Learning to trust
My hand to you
My hand to you
Just as simple
Just as simple as that
You're only human
An observer at that
And if you're wary
Don't believe me at that
When I say that
I wouldn't
I wouldn't dare
I wouldn't dare
I wouldn't dare

@claudiavania7063

I will never understand how Greys Anatomy, - and now How to get away with murder always find that kind of soundtrack that VERY WELL suited its scenes!! Always the best one.

@AutitsicDysexlia

They hire people like me.

@DevilxPanther

This has been my favorite song for months now and I don't think that's ever going to change. I love it so much and can't get enough of this masterpiece.

@jaredb5302

Try TR/ST??

@AutitsicDysexlia

...specifically 'Dressed for Space' today.
Also the Boy Harsher remix of Street Pulse Beat.
And... given this song I recommend:
Absolute - 'Death of Lovers'

@aranzalopez4467

never heard of this band before... but now I FREAKING LOVE IT!!!
This song is soooo good!

@Mat.Carvalho

I'll never forget the day I was flying down the highway at midnight with this song blasting through the speakers.

@Gabriela4265

perfeição!

@triglux-_-pinckxd3426

Qué buena canción es muy bonita y entretenida. Me encanta

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