Reelin' On Your Own
Crimson Sunday Lyrics
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Well I die harder yeah I don't mind
See you lie deeper I could cry
See you are meaner, yeah
than I want to be
Chew a bone if it cuts like a knife
Still you are just like a rolling stone
Reelin' on your own
So I cry deeper yeah I don't mind
See you try diggin' a hole so deep
Save me from the darkest night
Setting sun's the seed of light
Still you are just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
Just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
Still alone in the prime of life
We all know it cuts like a knife
Still you are just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
Just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
In the prime of life
Just like a rollin' stone
In the prime of life
Reelin' on your own
In the prime of life
℗ & written by Leon Tschernawin
The lyrics to "Reelin' On Your Own" by Crimson Sunday convey a sense of inner struggle and vulnerability. The opening lines, "Well I die harder yeah I don't mind, see you lie deeper I could cry," suggest that the singer has experienced pain and hardship that has made them resilient and unbothered by the deceit and dishonesty of others. However, this does not mean they are completely unaffected, as indicated by the mention of tears.
The next verse introduces the idea that the person they are addressing is cruel or harsher than they would like to be themselves, acknowledging a disconnect between their own nature and that of the other person. The line "Walk alone in the prime of life, chew a bone if it cuts like a knife" portrays a strong individual who can endure challenging circumstances, even if it causes pain. The repetition of the phrase "just like a rolling stone" highlights the theme of independence and resilience in the face of difficulties.
As the song continues, the singer reveals their own emotions and acknowledges their vulnerability, stating "So I cry deeper yeah I don't mind, see you try diggin' a hole so deep." Here, they express their willingness to confront and deal with their emotions, contrasting with the other person who seems to be trying to bury their own feelings.
The final verse brings the song full circle, reaffirming the sense of being alone in the prime of life and feeling the sting of pain. The repetition of "just like a rollin' stone" emphasizes the ongoing struggle and resilience, while the phrase "reelin' on your own" suggests that the singer and the person they are addressing are both navigating their own paths, facing their individual challenges without depending on others.
Overall, "Reelin' On Your Own" explores themes of resilience, independence, and the ability to face hardships head-on while acknowledging vulnerability and the emotional toll of navigating through life's difficulties alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I die harder yeah I don't mind
I face difficult situations with resilience and determination
See you lie deeper I could cry
Your deceitfulness hurts me emotionally
See you are meaner, yeah
than I want to be
You possess a level of cruelty that I do not wish to possess
Walk alone in the prime of life
I find myself navigating through life independently during my most vital years
Chew a bone if it cuts like a knife
I endure pain and discomfort if it leads to personal growth
Still you are just like a rolling stone
Reelin' on your own
You continue to live a nomadic lifestyle, never settling down with anyone
So I cry deeper yeah I don't mind
I'm able to express my emotions freely, even if it hurts
See you try diggin' a hole so deep
You attempt to bury yourself in a deep hole of your own making
Save me from the darkest night
I seek salvation from the most challenging and difficult times
Setting sun's the seed of light
Even in times of darkness, there is always a glimmer of hope for a brighter future
Still you are just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
You continue to live a transient and detached life, unaffected by the relationships around you
Still alone in the prime of life
I remain solitary during the peak years of my existence
We all know it cuts like a knife
The pain of isolation is deeply felt by everyone
Just like a rollin' stone
Reelin' on your own
Similar to a wandering stone, you continue to journey through life without any meaningful connections
In the prime of life
Just like a rollin' stone
During the most vibrant and significant phase of existence, you remain untethered
In the prime of life
Reelin' on your own
Within the period of life characterized by vitality and potential, you continue your self-reliant and nomadic lifestyle
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Crimson Sunday
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