Music By: Gary Zon
Wisdom
Dismantled Lyrics
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Against reality's glare
Patience only gets one so far
We'll fail by design
With no lack of motive
Rising in vain
Against the same blank wall
Go release yourself
And get locked up in the same old circle
Disintegrate
Disappear
Dissipate
You were just a shadow of your past
Incinerate
Emulate
Elevate
You're starting to care less with every chance
I'm ready now to accept my fate
And bleed the tears I'll never understand
I'm ready now to accept my fate
And bleed the tears I'll never understand
I'm ready now to accept my fate
And bleed the tears I'll never understand
Arm your words
With shards of nails
Arm your words
With shards of nails
Disintegrate
Disappear
Dissipate
You were just a shadow of your past
Incinerate
Emulate
Elevate
You're starting to care less with every chance
Disintegrate
Disappear
Dissipate
You were just a shadow of your past
Incinerate
Emulate
Elevate
You're starting to care less with every chance
The universe is yours
Even if it's an empty one
Your words are yours
Even if they're blank
The truth is yours
Even if it lies
And your time is up
So watch me smile
The lyrics of Dismantled's song "Wisdom" seem to suggest a degree of disillusionment with the world, filled with failed attempts to make any progress against the harsh reality of life. Patience can only go so far when faced with the overwhelming challenge of attempting to rise against the blank wall of hardship, with no clear solution in sight. The clutches of hope can be suffocating, leading to a circular pattern of disappointment where every attempt seems to end in failure. Consequently, the song seeks to encourage listeners to embrace a sense of detachment, to allow themselves to disappear into nothingness rather than continually struggle to attain something unattainable.
Despite the apparent pessimism of the song, there is also an element of hope towards the end. When the singer talks about "Your time is up, so watch me smile," it implies that there's a certain degree of liberation that comes from the acceptance of one's fate, one's limitations, and the messed-up nature of the universe. The message is clear: we may not be able to change the world or our fate, but we can certainly choose how to approach it on our own terms, to embrace what's within our control, and to make peace with our own mortality.
Line by Line Meaning
Alll those failed attempts
Despite numerous attempts, we have not succeeded in achieving our goals.
Against reality's glare
Despite the difficulties and challenges we have faced, we continue to strive towards our objectives.
Patience only gets one so far
While patience is an important virtue, it can only help us go so far in achieving our aspirations.
We'll fail by design
Despite our best efforts, our actions will be unsuccessful due to inherent flaws in our planning.
With no lack of motive
We are motivated to succeed, but circumstances beyond our control may prevent us from doing so.
Rising in vain
Our efforts to overcome the obstacles in our path will ultimately be in vain.
Against the same blank wall
Despite our repeated attempts, we continue to face the same obstacles and challenges in our path.
Go release yourself
Free yourself from the constraints that are preventing you from achieving your goals.
From the clutches of hope
Hope can be a double-edged sword; while it can motivate us to take action, it can also lead to disappointment when our expectations are not met.
And get locked up in the same old circle
Don't get trapped in a cycle of repeated failures and disappointments.
Disintegrate
Fall apart or break down.
Disappear
Vanish or be erased from existence.
Dissipate
Gradually disappear or become less intense.
You were just a shadow of your past
You have lost some of the vitality and energy that you once possessed.
Incinerate
Burn to ashes or destroy completely.
Emulate
Imitate or match.
Elevate
Raise or lift up.
You're starting to care less with every chance
You are becoming more apathetic and indifferent with each opportunity you fail to capitalize on.
I'm ready now to accept my fate
I am prepared to face the consequences of my actions.
And bleed the tears I'll never understand
I am resigned to the outcome of my endeavors, even if I don't fully comprehend the reasons behind it.
Arm your words
Choose your language carefully and use it as a weapon to protect yourself.
With shards of nails
Use sharp and hurtful language to cut down your opponents.
The universe is yours
The universe is a vast, boundless entity that exists solely for you to explore and discover.
Even if it's an empty one
It may seem like a lonely and meaningless place, but it still belongs to you.
Your words are yours
Your thoughts and opinions are unique to you and no one else can claim them.
Even if they're blank
Even if you don't have anything to say or can't find the right words to express yourself, you still own your thoughts.
The truth is yours
Regardless of how difficult it may be to accept, the truth belongs to you and no one can take it away from you.
Even if it lies
Even if the truth is difficult to confront and may not be what you want to hear, it is still your truth to own.
And your time is up
Your time to make a difference or achieve your goals has run out.
So watch me smile
Despite my disappointment and dissatisfaction, I am determined to remain hopeful and optimistic.
Contributed by Ellie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.