Later in June of that same year Fanmail came out with their full length album 'The Latest Craze" 1. Messed Up 2. Rock And Roll Star 3. Let Down 4. Turn Brandew 5. Turn Off That Radio 6. Shirley Maclaine 7. Super Fan 8. Lame 9. Jordi 10. Happy Birthday 11. Wonderful Punches
And in August of 2000 Fanmail released what would become their last album "2000" 1. Time Will Only Tell 2. Breakdown 3. Shut Your Mouth 4. Run Around My Head 5. I Want It That Way 6. Competition 7. Genny 8. Pulp Fiction 9. Good Old Times 10. Hero 11. The Other Side
Competition
Fanmail Lyrics
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feeling slow
Watching
Everyone is passing by
And I'm still here
Is this worth
All the stress and come around
Everything is so confusing
competition swallows me
From a life where what you hear ain't always what you see
Competition worries me
Brings out the best in you
And the worst in me
caught this time
In the middle
Come and find a common ground
Everyone seems to be staring
Am I wrong
Indecision
I don't know who I've become
And I'm not sure who you are either
competition swallows me
From a life where what you hear ain't always what you see
Competition worries me
Brings out the best in you
and the worst in me
I suppose you have some games
That you would love to play with me
I sure do
Would you like to try
Be my guest
competition swallows me
From a life where what you hear ain't always what you see
Competition worries me
Brings out the best in you
The song "Competition" by Fanmail is a contemplative reflection on the effects of competition on individuals. The slow tempo and introspective lyrics create a feeling of being stuck in a rut, watching others progress while feeling left behind. The singer questions whether the stress and pressure brought about by competition is worth the cost, and admits to feeling confused and uncertain about their own identity.
The chorus repeats the idea that competition both worries and swallows the singer, indicating a feeling of being consumed by it. The line "brings out the best in you and the worst in me" highlights the way that competition can bring out both positive and negative qualities in individuals, revealing their strengths and weaknesses.
The bridge of the song suggests that the singer is willing to engage in competition, challenging the listener to play games with them. Overall, "Competition" is a thought-provoking reflection on the complexities of competition and its impact on individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
It gets out
I have a feeling of being stuck and not moving forward.
feeling slow
My pace is not at the same level as others around me and I feel behind.
Watching
I am observing what others are doing and it's making me question myself.
Everyone is passing by
Others seem to be progressing faster than me.
And I'm still here
I am struggling to keep up and stay relevant.
Is this worth
I am unsure if this struggle is worth the result I hope to achieve.
All the stress and come around
The pressure and competition is overwhelming and continuously present.
'cause I'm still down
I feel defeated and not confident in myself.
Everything is so confusing
I am struggling to make sense of my current situation and path forward.
competition swallows me
I feel consumed by the pressure and comparison to others around me.
From a life where what you hear ain't always what you see
The image others project may not be their true reality and it's adding to my confusion.
Competition worries me
I am anxious about my ability to compete and succeed in this environment.
Brings out the best in you
Competition can inspire and motivate us to do better.
And the worst in me
However, it can also bring out negative qualities in myself.
Caught this time
I am currently in this state of uncertainty and struggle.
In the middle
I feel stuck and unsure of how to proceed.
Come and find a common ground
I am seeking a way to connect and relate to others around me.
Everyone seems to be staring
I feel as though everyone is judging and watching my every move.
Am I wrong
I question my own abilities and whether I am deserving of success.
Indecision
I am struggling to make decisions and choose a path forward.
I don't know who I've become
The competition and pressure has caused me to question and change my identity.
And I'm not sure who you are either
Others are also affected by this environment, making it difficult to truly know them.
I suppose you have some games
I am aware that some others are playing games and manipulating the situation to their advantage.
That you would love to play with me
I am cautious of others' motives and intentions towards me.
I sure do
I am also willing to play these games if it means I can succeed.
Would you like to try
I am open to the idea of competition but also aware of its potential consequences.
Be my guest
I am giving permission for others to compete against me and see who comes out on top.
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