No Way Out
Dale Bozzio & Missing Persons Lyrics
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No way - no way out
I'm watching all my friends
Searching so desperately
They think they know but they don't really see
They can't find peace of mind
They're wasting all their time
That they'll never find
I face the music n dance
Be what I have to be
There's no escapin from it now for me
Who cares what it all means?
'Cause there can be no doubts
You won't find me searching
For an easy way... out
No way - no way out
No way - no way out
Everyone's so afraid
In this atomic age
Can't seem to handle livin' day to day
Becomin so confused
They don't know what's in view
They seek escape in everything they do
I've had my fill of kicks
I'm tired of drugs and sex
And I don't worry 'bout what's happening next
Who cares what it all means
'Cause there can be no doubts
You won't find me searchin'
For an easy way
I'm not searchin for a way out
I'm not searchin for a way out
I'm not searchin for a way out
You won't find me searchin for an easy way out
I'm not searchin for a way out
All you wanna do is seek escape escape escape
No way out
No way out
I know - no way out
There's no way out for me
I know - no way out
Just what I have to be
No way - no way out
No way - no way out
Days go by - no way out
It's getting late
Don't you know - no way out
You're tempting fate
No way - no way out
No way - no way out
The lyrics of Dale Bozzio & Missing Persons' song "No Way Out" reflect a sense of disillusionment and resignation towards the world and the struggles that we all face. The repetition of the phrase "no way out" emphasizes a feeling of being trapped and unable to escape the difficulties and challenges of life.
The song begins by observing the singer's friends who are desperately searching for something, but in reality, they are lost and cannot find peace of mind. They are wasting their time looking for something that they will never find. In contrast, the singer acknowledges the harsh reality of life and accepts the challenges that come their way. They face the music and dance, becoming what they have to be, and there is no escaping it for them. They don't care about the meaning of it all because there can be no doubts. They won't be searching for an easy way out.
The second verse highlights how everyone is afraid and struggling to cope with the demands of the modern world, seeking escape in various forms. The singer, however, is tired of the temporary excitement and pleasures that these distractions bring. They don't worry about what will happen next because they have had enough. They reiterate that they are not searching for a way out and express a sense of determination and defiance against the temptation of seeking an easy way out.
Line by Line Meaning
No Way
There is absolutely no way to escape or find a solution
no way out
There is no possible escape or resolution
I'm watching all my friends
I observe my acquaintances closely
Searching so desperately
They are looking intensely and desperately
They think they know but they don't really see
They believe they understand, but they lack true insight
They can't find peace of mind
They are unable to find inner calmness
They're wasting all their time
They are spending their time fruitlessly
Looking for something
Searching for a specific thing
That they'll never find
Which they will never discover
I face the music n dance
I confront the consequences and take action accordingly
Be what I have to be
Embrace my responsibilities and fulfill my obligations
There's no escapin from it now for me
I cannot avoid or evade it any longer
Who cares what it all means?
Why does it matter what everything signifies?
'Cause there can be no doubts
Because there should be no uncertainty
You won't find me searching
I am not seeking
For an easy way... out
An effortless means of escape
Everyone's so afraid
Everyone is filled with fear
In this atomic age
In this era of nuclear power
Can't seem to handle livin' day to day
They struggle to cope with everyday life
Becomin so confused
Becoming incredibly perplexed
They don't know what's in view
They are unaware of what lies ahead
They seek escape in everything they do
They attempt to find relief in every action they take
I've had my fill of kicks
I have experienced enough thrills
I'm tired of drugs and sex
I am exhausted by drugs and sexual experiences
And I don't worry 'bout what's happening next
I don't concern myself with what will occur in the future
I'm not searchin for a way out
I am not actively looking for an escape route
You won't find me searchin for an easy way out
You will not discover me seeking a simple solution
All you wanna do is seek escape escape escape
All you desire is to find a way to escape
I know - no way out
I am aware that there is no way to escape
There's no way out for me
I am personally trapped with no exit
Just what I have to be
I am only what I am obligated to be
Days go by - no way out
Time passes, but there is no escape
It's getting late
Time is running out
Don't you know - no way out
Are you not aware that there is no escape?
You're tempting fate
You are taking risks and challenging destiny
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Written by: TERRY JOHN BOZZIO, WARREN CUCCURULLO
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