All My Life
Destrophy Lyrics


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Do you live for something?
Would you die for one?
One day of meaning
And would you walk the path alone?

Would you brave a river
With an open soul?
Stand and deliver
Make your choice or they will choose before you know

All my life I could see
They wanted me for something
But nothing was for me
So I brace myself
And fight for my beliefs

When I can't remember
The days I've known
The trials endless
And the lessons that they show
Just one collision

And you find yourself
Make your decision
Looking in the glass
Do you live for them or for yourself?

All my life, they said to me
They want me to be something
That something isn't me
So I brace myself
And fight for my beliefs

All my life
What do you believe?

All your life I could see
They want you to be something
But nothing comes for free




So face yourself
What do you believe?

Overall Meaning

The song "All My Life" by Destrophy talks about the importance of finding one's own identity and the struggles one has to face in doing so. The lyrics question whether one is living for something or someone, to the extent of dying for them. It also asks whether one is willing to go through difficult paths alone, facing their fears and standing up for their beliefs. The song reflects on the pressures that society, families, and friends impose on us to fit in and be someone they want us to be. It emphasizes that one must find their own purpose and passion and fight for it, even if it means going against the expectations of others.


The lyrics use metaphors such as "Brave a river with an open soul" and "One collision and you find yourself" to convey the message that the journey to find oneself is not easy and requires courage and determination. The line "All my life, they said to me they want me to be something, that something isn't me" highlights the dilemma of choosing between living up to the expectations of others and staying true to oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

Do you live for something?
Do you have a purpose or something that you are passionate about and live your life for?


Would you die for one?
Are you willing to give up your life for your purpose or passion?


One day of meaning
Do you have a day or moment in your life that is truly meaningful to you?


And would you walk the path alone?
Are you willing to pursue your passion or purpose even if it means walking the path alone?


Would you brave a river
Are you willing to take risks and face challenges in pursuing your passion or purpose?


With an open soul?
Are you willing to be receptive and open-minded in your pursuit of your passion or purpose?


Stand and deliver
Stand up for yourself and what you believe in even in the face of opposition or challenges.


Make your choice or they will choose before you know
Make your own decisions and choices, otherwise others may make them for you without your input.


All my life I could see
Throughout my life, it has been clear to me.


They wanted me for something
There were expectations and pressure for me to be/do something specific.


But nothing was for me
However, none of those expectations or pressures truly resonated with me.


So I brace myself
I prepare myself mentally and emotionally.


And fight for my beliefs
And stand up for what I truly believe in.


When I can't remember
During times when I am forgetful or lost.


The days I've known
The memories and experiences I have had.


The trials endless
The ongoing hardships and difficulties I face.


And the lessons that they show
And the valuable lessons that come from those trials.


Just one collision
One sudden event or impact.


And you find yourself
And you discover who you truly are or what you truly believe.


Make your decision
Make a conscious and thoughtful decision.


Looking in the glass
Reflecting on oneself.


Do you live for them or for yourself?
Are you living your life for the expectations and pressures of others, or for your own passions and purposes?


All my life, they said to me
Throughout my life, I have been told by others.


They want me to be something
That I need to be or become something specific.


That something isn't me
However, that something is not truly representative of who I am.


What do you believe?
What are your true beliefs and values?


All your life I could see
Throughout your life, it has been clear to me.


They want you to be something
That others are pressuring you to be or become something specific.


But nothing comes for free
However, there are usually challenges or sacrifices that come with pursuing your passions or purposes.


So face yourself
Confront and acknowledge your true self.


What do you believe?
What are your true beliefs and values?




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