Understanding
Evanescence - Sound Asleep EP - 05 Lyrics
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consciously you’ve forgotten it.
That’s the way the human mind works.
Whenever something is too unpleasant and too shameful for us to entertain
we reject it, we erase it from our memory.
But the imprint is always there…"
We wash it all away,
we hope it all away,
Can't cry it all away…
The pain that grips you
The fear that binds you
Releases life in me
In our mutual shame we hide our eyes
To blind them from the truth that finds a way for who we are…
Please don't be afraid
When the darkness fades away
The dawn will break the silence screaming at our hearts
My love for you still grows
This I do for you
Before I try to fight the truth my final time.
"We're supposed to try and be real
and when you feel alone, you are not together, and that is real."
Can't wash it all away
Can't wish it all away
Can't cry it all away
Can't scratch it all away
Lying beside you
Listening to you breathe
The light that flows inside of you burns inside of me
Hold and speak to me
Of love without a sound
Tell me you will live through this and I will die for you
Cast me not away
Say you'll be with me
For I know I cannot bear it all alone.
“You're not alone, honey, Never. Never.”
Can't fight it all away
Can't hope it all away
Can't scream it all away
It just won't fade away, no...
Oooh.. can't wash it all away
Can't wish it all away, yeah, yeah yeah.
Can't cry it all away
Can't scratch it all away, yeah....
Can't fight it all away
Can't hope it all away
Can't scream it all away
Move it all away!
Move it all away!
“But the imprint is always there, nothing is ever really forgotten”
God please don't hate me
Because I'll die if you do
Because I'll die if you do
Because I'll die if you do
Because I'll die if you do
The song "Understanding" by Evanescence is about the struggle of dealing with painful memories and emotions, and the important role that understanding and love play in overcoming them. The lyrics suggest that people often try to avoid confronting their past traumas and mistakes by repressing them, but that this only leads to more pain and suffering. The song encourages listeners to embrace their struggles and seek understanding and support from others.
The verses describe the mechanisms of the human mind that allow people to forget unpleasant memories and how people try to escape from their pain through various means. The chorus emphasizes the futility of trying to "wash it all away" or "wish it all away," and the difficulty of dealing with the emotional and physical pain that accompanies traumatic experiences. The song suggests that true healing requires facing one's struggles head-on, with the support of loved ones.
In the bridge, the lyrics speak to the theme of mutual understanding, acknowledging that everyone experiences pain and shame, and that facing these struggles together can lead to healing and growth. The final lines express a plea for love and the fear of rejection, bringing the song full circle and emphasizing the need for support and understanding.
Overall, "Understanding" is a poignant reminder of the human struggle with painful memories and emotions, and the importance of seeking support and understanding from others.
Line by Line Meaning
You hold the answer deep within your own mind,
The solution to your problems is within you.
consciously you’ve forgotten it.
You may have suppressed the solution due to unpleasant memories or events.
That’s the way the human mind works.
It's common for humans to suppress negative thoughts and memories.
Whenever something is too unpleasant and too shameful for us to entertain
People tend to suppress their negative thoughts and memories because they are too painful and embarrassing.
we reject it, we erase it from our memory.
Our minds try to eliminate the negative thoughts and memories by rejecting and erasing them from our minds.
But the imprint is always there…
Even if we try to forget, the negative thoughts and memories always leave an imprint in our minds.
The pain that grips you
The emotional pain that you're feeling right now.
The fear that binds you
The fear that is keeping you trapped and unable to move forward.
Releases life in me
This emotional pain and fear is what keeps me alive and helps me connect with you.
In our mutual shame we hide our eyes
We both feel ashamed because of our past and we try to avoid looking at each other.
To blind them from the truth that finds a way for who we are…
We try to avoid confronting the truth about our past, which affects who we are as people.
Please don't be afraid
Don't be scared to face the truth about our past and how it affects us.
When the darkness fades away
When we confront the truth and the emotional pain, the darkness and negativity inside us will eventually fade away.
The dawn will break the silence screaming at our hearts
With the darkness and negativity gone, our hearts will be at peace, and we'll be able to move forward.
My love for you still grows
Despite everything we've been through, my love for you is still strong and growing.
This I do for you
I'm doing this for you because I care about you and want you to be happy.
Before I try to fight the truth my final time.
Instead of trying to fight the truth and our past, I want to confront it and start healing.
Can't wash it all away
We can't erase all of our negative past experiences and emotions.
Can't wish it all away
We can't erase our past just by wishing it away.
Can't cry it all away
We can't get rid of our past by crying it all away.
Lying beside you
I'm here with you, by your side.
Listening to you breathe
I'm listening to you breathe, and it brings me comfort.
The light that flows inside of you burns inside of me
Your light, your happiness and positivity, is what keeps me going and gives me hope.
Hold and speak to me
Hold me close and talk to me, share your thoughts and feelings with me.
Of love without a sound
Our love is strong and true, even without any words being spoken.
Tell me you will live through this and I will die for you
Let me help you get through this, and I'm willing to give my life for you if it means you'll be happy.
Cast me not away
Don't push me away or leave me behind.
Say you'll be with me
Promise me that you'll stay with me, and we'll get through this together.
For I know I cannot bear it all alone.
I can't handle everything on my own, I need your support and presence by my side.
God please don't hate me
I'm afraid of being punished or blamed for my past mistakes.
Because I'll die if you do
I'm emotionally dependent on you, and your love and approval are what keep me alive.
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