Better Off
Cross Check Lyrics
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I am the blister inside of the wall in the back of your room
Watch the sea turn away from the shore
And head back out the way that it came
If you were chasing your love you wanted enough
Then it's best just to walk away
Trying not to count the days 'til mine gets washed away
Carry your head up along the way
You'll say you had the courage and it got to the hero
Even when they're on your side
Let's watch the middle finger wave 'til it's all gone
I am selfish when I need you
I am the blister inside of the wall in the back of your room
I am the envy of what you're afraid to write
And that's fine
Seems to me like everyone around here is just waiting
I don't wanna move cause it's just enough
I don't wanna blink cause I might miss it
Tell me when it gets to be too much
Carry your head up along the way
You'll say you had the courage and it got to the hero
You tell me but he's on your side
We'll watch the middle fade away 'til it's all gone
I am selfish when I need you
I am the blister inside of the wall in the back of your room
I am the envy of what you're afraid to write
And that's fine
All we need is a place we can be alone
Just with you and with me
And without all this desperate weight that I have
All I want is to just be honest
You're the peace that I just found out I'm into
And I don't see you anymore
I am selfish when I need you
I am the blister inside of the wall in the back of your room
I am the envy of what you're afraid to write
And that's fine
You had the courage and it got to the hero
And everybody's on your side
We'll watch the middle fade away 'til it's all gone
I just want to waste your time
The lyrics of Cross Check's song "Better Off" tell a story of a person who is struggling with their own selfishness and their desire for love and acceptance. The first verse speaks to this selfishness, where the singer admits that he is only concerned with himself when he needs the other person. He compares himself to a blister inside of a wall, a painful and hidden wound that only makes itself known when it is causing discomfort.
The second verse talks about the futility of chasing after love that isn't there. The sea turning away from the shore is a metaphor for the way love can sometimes disappear just as quickly as it arrived. The singer advises that it is best to walk away rather than continue to chase after something that will never be returned. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer is selfish, but also envies the other person's ability to write about their emotions with honesty.
The third verse speaks to the desire for a place of peace and honesty, where the weight of desperation doesn't exist. The singer longs to be honest and to find peace with the other person, but ultimately feels that this desire is unattainable. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's selfish nature and the envy they feel for the other person's ability to be honest.
Overall, the lyrics are a meditation on the complexities of human relationships and the difficulties of being vulnerable with others. The metaphorical language throughout the song adds depth and nuance to the message, highlighting the pain and uncertainty that can accompany the search for love and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
I am selfish when I need you
I prioritize my needs over yours
I am the blister inside of the wall in the back of your room
I am a constant pain you can't ignore
Watch the sea turn away from the shore
Things will eventually drift apart
And head back out the way that it came
It's better to let go if it's not meant to be
If you were chasing your love you wanted enough
If you pursue something you want, but it's been difficult to obtain
Then it's best just to walk away
It's best to cut your losses and move on
Tell yourself your pride is just the same
Keep your dignity intact
Trying not to count the days 'til mine gets washed away
Trying not to let time drag on when it's time to move on
Carry your head up along the way
Keep your head high and push forward
You'll say you had the courage and it got to the hero
You'll want to be remembered for being brave
Even when they're on your side
Even if those around you support you
Let's watch the middle finger wave 'til it's all gone
Expressing frustration and giving up altogether
I am the envy of what you're afraid to write
I represent what you wish you could address in writing
Seems to me like everyone around here is just waiting
Feels like life is in a lull or a standstill
I don't wanna move cause it's just enough
Enjoying the current state of things for the time being
I don't wanna blink cause I might miss it
Worrying that time will pass too quickly and miss out
Tell me when it gets to be too much
Ask me to stop when it's overwhelming
All we need is a place we can be alone
Just the two of us with no outside distractions
Just with you and with me
An intimate setting with just two people
And without all this desperate weight that I have
Without the heavy emotional baggage
All I want is to just be honest
All I desire is to be truthful and sincere
You're the peace that I just found out I'm into
Realizing that being with you brings me comfort
And I don't see you anymore
Not seeing their lover or partner anymore for whatever reason
You had the courage and it got to the hero
Taking a risk and succeeding
And everybody's on your side
Everyone is supportive and rooting for you
We'll watch the middle fade away 'til it's all gone
The negativity will eventually dissipate
I just want to waste your time
I have no real intentions, just want to take up your time without purpose
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