Other collaborators sometimes include: Jim Fairchild, Davey Latter, Joel Graves, Solon Bixler, Scotty McPherson, Brian Thornell, Suzie Vlcek (background vocals) Mike Shea (whistling)
THE WORLD
Earlimart Lyrics
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It's much too big to see.
And the words are seldom honest
So we never disagree.
Oh, the world is all around us
But have you noticed me?
Yeah, the world has overshadowed me.
The world is all around us,
So tell me what you see.
Yeah, the world is all around us,
There's little room to breathe.
Oh, the world is all around us,
But have you noticed me?
Oh, the world is all around us,
Have you noticed me?
Yeah, the world is all around us,
Now it's plain to see
That the world has overshadowed me.
Earlimart's song "The World" is about feeling lost and insignificant in the vastness of the world. The lyrics suggest a sense of disconnect between oneself and the rest of the world. The first verse sets the tone, stating that the world is much too big to see and that people are seldom honest, so they never disagree. This suggests that people may not be truthful with themselves or each other, which makes it difficult to understand the world and find one's place in it. In the chorus, the singer repeats the idea that the world is all around us but wonders if anyone has noticed him. He feels alone and overshadowed by the rest of the world, as if he's fading into the background. The final verse repeats this sentiment but ends on a more resigned note, stating that it's plain to see he's been overshadowed by the world.
The song's lyrics convey a powerful sense of isolation and longing for connection that many people can relate to. It's a poignant reflection on the human condition, reminding us that although we're all part of the same world, we can still feel lost and disconnected from the people and things around us.
Line by Line Meaning
The world is all around us,
The world is ubiquitous and surrounds us physically and mentally.
It's much too big to see.
The world is overwhelming and complex that we can't fully comprehend it.
And the words are seldom honest
People often don't speak the truth and their words are insincere.
So we never disagree.
We avoid arguments by not expressing our true opinions about the world.
Oh, the world is all around us
The world is still everywhere and affecting us in our daily lives.
But have you noticed me?
Despite being in the world, people often feel overlooked or out of place.
Yeah, the world has overshadowed me.
The grandeur and influence of the world can make individuals feel small and insignificant.
So tell me what you see.
Asking someone what they perceive about the world and their experiences within it.
There's little room to breathe.
The world can feel cramped or claustrophobic, limiting personal space and freedom.
Now it's plain to see
After realizing the grandiose power of the world, it's now evident how overwhelming it can be.
Contributed by Gabriella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mallory Church
The world is all around us
It's much too big to see
And the words are seldom honest
So we never disagree
Oh the world is all around us
But have you noticed me
Yeah the world has overshadowed me
The world is all around us
So tell me what you see
Yeah the world is all around us
There's no room to breathe
Oh the world is all around us
Have you noticed me
Well the world is all around us
Have you noticed me
Yeah the world is all around us
Now it's plain to see
That the world has overshadowed me
Tiffany Jiang
Suits always has the best music
blablablah
i really really like the lyrics. this song deserve more views!
Mont T
I've had this album since 2006-07 and it's just only a year ago started getting recognized from a show that wasn't really that good? What a trip : p
mailily
I heard this on the show "Life" earlier this year, and went crazy looking for it. This is so awesome...
moriarty
this song is simply amazing i don't know why it didn't get more credit and views
songsthatarecatchy
I first heard this in the dollhouse about a billion years ago. I've never lost love for it.
Mallory Church
The world is all around us
It's much too big to see
And the words are seldom honest
So we never disagree
Oh the world is all around us
But have you noticed me
Yeah the world has overshadowed me
The world is all around us
So tell me what you see
Yeah the world is all around us
There's no room to breathe
Oh the world is all around us
Have you noticed me
Well the world is all around us
Have you noticed me
Yeah the world is all around us
Now it's plain to see
That the world has overshadowed me
spinelle
Never watched Dollhouse till recently on Netflix. Another gem by Joss flushed down the Fox corporate toilet.
Sammy E.
harvey + donna = fantabulous
Brother in Arms
Great song from the album mentor tormentor, it is a shame they don't have more like this song in their repertoire. I have four of their albums, but this is my favourite song from all of them.