Borderline
Daniel Gilbert Lyrics
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And There's no where to go
the sun has come up
but it shines not on you
cause my thoughts has gone straight
try to keep it all at bay
I'm trying to feel
I used to quote all the books I read
You use shake your head
You stand on a borderline
And then you move
You stand on a borderline
And then you move
Cause if you stay
the ship breaks loose
I couldn't even realize
that my life had try'n to sail all sides
I didn't dare to come to church
And it was my time for greed
And if I were about to stay
I sure as hell would pay
You stand on a border line
And then you move
You stand on a border line
And then you move
Cause if you stay the void will come
You stand on a border line
And then you move
You stand on a border line
And then you move
In Daniel Gilbert's song Borderline, the lyrics describe a sense of confusion and uncertainty. The singer feels lost and unable to make sense of their thoughts and emotions. The lines "there's no time to spend, and there's nowhere to go" suggest a feeling of being stuck or trapped in a situation, with no clear direction or purpose. The sun may have risen, but it's not shining on the singer, indicating a lack of hope or positivity.
The singer's struggle to keep their thoughts at bay and make sense of their situation is highlighted in the lines "I'm trying to feel, try to make sense of it all." The use of the word "used" in the line "I used to quote all the books I read" suggests that the singer may feel they have lost a sense of themselves or their identity. However, the line "you'd shake your head" suggests that someone close to the singer may have disapproved of their interests or pursuits in the past.
The repeated phrase "you stand on a borderline and then you move" suggests a sense of unease or instability. The line "if you stay, the ship breaks loose" implies that staying in one place or not making a decision could have detrimental consequences. The singer may also feel a sense of guilt or regret for their past actions or choices, as indicated by the lines "I didn't dare to come to church, and it was my time for greed. And if I were about to stay, I sure as hell would pay."
Overall, the lyrics of Borderline convey a feeling of uncertainty and anxiety, with the singer struggling to make sense of their thoughts and emotions. The repeated phrase "you stand on a borderline and then you move" suggests a sense of instability and the importance of taking action to avoid negative consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
There's no time to spend
I have a sense of urgency and feel like time is running out.
And There's no where to go
I feel like I'm stuck and have no direction or purpose.
the sun has come up
Another day has started.
but it shines not on you
I am feeling disconnected and isolated from the world.
cause my thoughts has gone straight
I am experiencing a singular focus on my thoughts.
try to keep it all at bay
I am attempting to keep my emotions and mental state under control.
I'm trying to feel
I desire the ability to experience emotions and connect with myself and others.
try to make sense of it all
I want to understand and find meaning in my experiences and thoughts.
I used to quote all the books I read
I used to rely heavily on external sources of knowledge and wisdom.
You use shake your head
You disapprove of my reliance on external sources.
You stand on a borderline
You are at a pivotal point and need to make a decision.
And then you move
You must act on your decision.
Cause if you stay
If you don't take action,
the ship breaks loose
Things will fall apart and become chaotic.
I couldn't even realize
I was oblivious to what was happening.
that my life had try'n to sail all sides
I was trying to please everyone and didn't know where to go.
I didn't dare to come to church
I didn't have the courage to seek guidance or help.
And it was my time for greed
I was focused on my own desires and needs, neglecting others and the world around me.
And if I were about to stay
If I had chosen to stay stagnant and not take action,
I sure as hell would pay
I would suffer the consequences of my inaction.
Cause if you stay the void will come
If you don't take action, you will be consumed by emptiness and lack of purpose.
You stand on a border line
You are at a pivotal point and need to make a decision.
And then you move
You must act on your decision.
You stand on a border line
You are at a pivotal point and need to make a decision.
And then you move
You must act on your decision.
Writer(s): Jonas Gustafsson, Daniel Gilbert, Per Stalberg
Contributed by Tyler K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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