Can't Control The Weather
Fairground Saints Lyrics


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I know my heart now
And there′s no light shinin' on me
Back to the start now
What do you do with a soul that′s empty

Seldom elated
I really hate it
It's getting better for now well

We can't control the weather
Things are getting better
But we can′t control the weather

I′ve got a creature
Living inside of my chest
A filthy feature
To the parts of me I like best

I couldn't take it no cuz
I would just break it
It′s getting better for now well

We can't control the weather
Things are getting better
But we can′t control the weather

Lord I pray yeh someday
I could be what she wished I was
As of now ooh somehow
Seems the bees have lost their buzz
I've seldom seen such a movie scene
Played out in such a tiny house
Let′s shed some light on this stereotype
And let's get the hell out
You can't control the weather
I′ve done my renting and
I′ve cleared my head for the day
I've heard them chanting
With words too vile to say
I couldn′t take it no cuz
I would just break it
Finished my letter for now well
We can't control the weather
Things are getting better
But we can′t control the weather
Lord I pray yeh someday
I could be what she wished I was
As of now ooh somehow
Seems the bees have lost their buzz
I've seldom seen such a movie scene
Played out in such a tiny house
Let′s shed some light on this stereotype
And let's get the hell out
You can't control the weather
Things are getting better
You can′t control the weather




Things are getting better
You can′t control the weather

Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of "Can't Control The Weather" by Fairground Saints, the singer reflects on the state of their heart and their emotions. They feel lost and empty, as if there is no light or positivity in their life. They have reached a point where they know themselves well, but they are unsure of what to do with their emptiness.


The lyrics also touch on the singer's struggle with their own self-esteem. They feel rarely happy and dislike the feeling. However, there seems to be a glimmer of hope and improvement in the situation, even if it's only temporary. Despite this progress, the chorus reminds us that we cannot control external factors, symbolized by the weather. No matter how much better things may seem, we cannot control the circumstances that life throws our way.


The second verse introduces the idea of a "creature" living inside the singer's chest. This can be interpreted as a metaphorical representation of inner demons or negative emotions, which coexist alongside the singer's more favorable qualities. They feel unable to handle these complex emotions and fear that they would break under the weight of it all.


The final section of the song brings a prayer-like plea for a better future and a longing to be the person someone else wishes them to be. The imagery of a "movie scene played out in such a tiny house" highlights the conflict between the grandeur of dreams and ambitions and the limitations of one's own reality. The singer calls for breaking free from stereotypes and expectations and embracing change.


Overall, "Can't Control The Weather" captures the struggle of feeling lost, empty, and discontent, while acknowledging that there might be temporary improvements. It explores the idea of self-acceptance, the desire for change, and the realization that external circumstances cannot always be controlled.


Line by Line Meaning

I know my heart now
I have gained a deep understanding of my own emotions and desires


And there's no light shinin' on me
I feel emotionally empty and devoid of happiness


Back to the start now
Returning to the beginning, trying to find a fresh start


What do you do with a soul that's empty
How can one cope with a feeling of inner emptiness and lack of purpose


Seldom elated
Rarely feeling excited or joyful


I really hate it
Strongly dislike this state of being


It's getting better for now well
The situation is improving, at least for the time being


We can't control the weather
We have no power over the circumstances and events that happen in life


Things are getting better
The overall situation is improving


But we can't control the weather
However, we still have no control over external factors affecting our lives


I've got a creature
There is a strong, negative presence within me


Living inside of my chest
Residing deep in my heart and emotions


A filthy feature
An unpleasant aspect or characteristic


To the parts of me I like best
Negatively affecting the aspects of myself that I value


I couldn't take it no cuz
I couldn't endure it anymore because


I would just break it
I would simply succumb to the pressure and pain


It's getting better for now well
The situation is gradually improving, at least temporarily


Lord I pray yeh someday
Oh, I hope and pray that one day


I could be what she wished I was
I could become the person she desires and imagined me to be


As of now ooh somehow
Currently, in some way or another


Seems the bees have lost their buzz
It appears that the excitement and joy have faded away


I've seldom seen such a movie scene
Rarely have I witnessed a scene like this


Played out in such a tiny house
Unfolding within the confines of a small, insignificant place


Let's shed some light on this stereotype
Let's challenge and expose this common assumption or belief


And let's get the hell out
And let's leave this situation behind


You can't control the weather
It is impossible to have power over the unpredictable events in life


I've done my renting and
I have reached my limit and


I've cleared my head for the day
I have tried to clear my mind and find some peace


I've heard them chanting
I have listened to their hurtful words repeatedly


With words too vile to say
Using language too offensive and cruel to repeat


I couldn't take it no cuz
I couldn't bear it anymore because


I would just break it
I would simply collapse under the weight of it


Finished my letter for now well
Completed my message or expression of thoughts, at least temporarily


We can't control the weather
We have no authority over the unpredictable nature of life


Things are getting better
The overall situation is improving


But we can't control the weather
However, we still lack the power to influence external circumstances


Lord I pray yeh someday
Oh, I hope and pray that one day


I could be what she wished I was
I could become the person she desires and imagined me to be


As of now ooh somehow
Currently, in some way or another


Seems the bees have lost their buzz
It appears that the excitement and joy have faded away


I've seldom seen such a movie scene
Rarely have I witnessed a scene like this


Played out in such a tiny house
Unfolding within the confines of a small, insignificant place


Let's shed some light on this stereotype
Let's challenge and expose this common assumption or belief


And let's get the hell out
And let's leave this situation behind


You can't control the weather
It is impossible to have power over the unpredictable events in life


Things are getting better
The overall situation is improving


You can't control the weather
We still lack control over external factors affecting our lives


Things are getting better
The overall situation is improving


You can't control the weather
We have no authority over the unpredictable nature of life




Writer(s): Van Valin Mason Michael

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