Blood Sweat Tears
Eight Legs Lyrics
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tried so hard to get away, but they don't know what from
maybe there's something in the darkness, that’s what hides their fears
something in the shadows, that's been haunting them for years
well, summer is like eager
you make the grass seem greener
the air feels so much cleaner
say what you think
say what you mean
but you don’t speak for me, no
say what you think
say what you mean
oh, you don’t speak for me, no
life is tough but sometimes it's like walking in the park
even when you're lost alone, the city won't get dark
oh, you could give an inch or two and I could take a mile
if you're waiting for your retribution, that could take a while
well, summer is like eager
you make the grass seem greener
the air feels so much cleaner
but there's not much truth in that
say what you think
say what you mean
but you don’t speak for me, no
say what you think
say what you mean
oh, you don’t speak for me, no
time goes rolling by
time goes rolling by
say what you think
say what you mean
oh, you don’t speak for me, no
say what you think
say what you mean
oh, you don’t speak for me, no
The song "Blood Sweat Tears" by Eight Legs is about the struggles that the buccaneers face while always being on the run. The verses describe how they try their best to get away, but they don't know what they are running from. The darkness and the shadows are what hide their fears, which have been haunting them for years. The song eventually shifts the focus onto the singer, stating that even though life is tough, sometimes it's like walking in the park. But the city won't get dark, and even when lost and alone, there's still something worth fighting for.
The chorus, which is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizes the importance of speaking one's mind and standing up for oneself. The singer says to "say what you think, say what you mean, but you don't speak for me", which conveys the message that everyone is entitled to their opinion, but it's important not to try and force one's opinion onto others. Time is also a recurring theme in the song, which could suggest that time is running out for the buccaneers and for the singer to make their mark on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
blood, sweat, tears, the buccaneers are always on the run
The buccaneers constantly move around, facing challenges, and putting in a lot of sweat, blood, and tears to achieve their goals.
tried so hard to get away, but they don't know what from
They put in a lot of effort to leave a situation, but they are not sure why they are trying so hard to run away.
maybe there's something in the darkness, that’s what hides their fears
The fear that haunts them exists in the unknown or darkness.
something in the shadows, that's been haunting them for years
There is a long-term, ongoing source of fear and anxiety that follows them.
well, summer is like eager
Summer brings along the sense of enthusiasm and excitement
you make the grass seem greener
Everything seems perfect and better than it actually is.
the air feels so much cleaner
The surroundings feel pure and revitalizing.
but there's not much truth in that
Despite the positive feelings, there is a lack of reality and honesty.
say what you think
Express your thoughts honestly.
say what you mean
Communicate your true intention without hesitation.
but you don’t speak for me, no
I have my own voice and opinions that do not align with yours.
life is tough but sometimes it's like walking in the park
Life can be challenging, but it can also be calm and effortless.
even when you're lost alone, the city won't get dark
Even in dim situations, there are still sources of light and positivity.
oh, you could give an inch or two and I could take a mile
Someone may ask for a little, but take more than they originally requested.
if you're waiting for your retribution, that could take a while
If you are seeking payback or justice, it may take a long time to arrive.
time goes rolling by
Time passes quickly and continuously.
Contributed by Madison D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.