About Knives
Far From Alaska Lyrics


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Dismiss the pain you feel or let it wash the past away
Put salt on your wounds, try yourself, bleed a little more
Beware of everything, walls are listening to every step
Try not to think so loud
Your mind is haunted by every thought

Don't turn your back for no one, honey
You think you know them all, don't ya?
Don't trust no one, oh honey, honey
I can see you bleeding from the

It takes a long time to pull the knife from your back
But once you do, you are free
Watch your moves but let life take you there

Now it's time to understand that you're all alone
Say it loud, for you to hear that you're not afraid of the fear
You must go, you must run
Run until they all come undone
Chase your dreams, chase the sun
These things you couldn't do for anyone
Now it's time to understand that you're all alone in the world

Don't turn your back for no one, honey
You think you know them all, don't ya?
Don't trust no one, oh honey, honey
I can see you bleeding from the

Don't turn your back for no one, honey
You think you know them all, don't ya?




Don't trust no one, oh honey, honey
I can see you bleeding from the

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Far From Alaska's song "About Knives" present a story of pain, betrayal, and self-discovery. The singer encourages the listener to deal with the pain they feel by either dismissing it or facing it head-on. The imagery of putting salt on your wounds and bleeding a little more portrays the idea that sometimes, to heal, we need to confront our pain and let it out. However, the singer also warns against being too vulnerable and trusting too easily. The walls are listening, and every step is being watched - this is a cautionary tale to be careful with whom we share our vulnerabilities. The line "it takes a long time to pull the knife from your back, but once you do, you are free" is a powerful metaphor for letting go of past hurts and moving on.


As the song progresses, the singer emphasizes the importance of taking control of our lives, chasing our dreams, and being unafraid of standing alone. These lines also carry a deeper message about the human condition - that ultimately, we are all alone in the world. We must learn to rely on ourselves, trust our instincts, and not be swayed by others' opinions. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, driving home the message of being cautious and self-reliant.


Overall, "About Knives" is a powerful anthem about finding strength in vulnerability and learning to walk our own paths, no matter how difficult it may seem.


Line by Line Meaning

Dismiss the pain you feel or let it wash the past away
Don't let your pain consume you, either let it go or use it to move forward.


Put salt on your wounds, try yourself, bleed a little more
Take action, challenge yourself, and push beyond your limits.


Beware of everything, walls are listening to every step
Be cautious of your surroundings, as they may not always be trustworthy.


Try not to think so loud
Don't let your thoughts overwhelm you and cloud your judgment.


Your mind is haunted by every thought
Your thoughts can weigh heavily on your mind, causing distress and anxiety.


Don't turn your back for no one, honey
Don't be vulnerable and trust blindly.


You think you know them all, don't ya?
Don't assume you know someone's true intentions or character.


Don't trust no one, oh honey, honey
Be cautious and skeptical of others, even those closest to you.


I can see you bleeding from the
I can see that vulnerability and trust have caused you pain and suffering.


It takes a long time to pull the knife from your back
It can take a lot of effort and time to remove yourself from a harmful situation or relationship.


But once you do, you are free
Once you free yourself from harmful situations or relationships, you can truly move on and find freedom.


Watch your moves but let life take you there
Be mindful and cautious in your actions, but allow life to take you on its journey.


Now it's time to understand that you're all alone
Realize that ultimately you are responsible for your own happiness and well-being.


Say it loud, for you to hear that you're not afraid of the fear
Acknowledge and confront your fears to overcome them.


You must go, you must run
Take action and move forward, even if it's difficult.


Run until they all come undone
Keep going until you have overcome obstacles and achieved your goals, no matter how long it takes.


Chase your dreams, chase the sun
Pursue your passions and dreams with purpose and determination.


These things you couldn't do for anyone
Don't let others hold you back from achieving your goals and pursuing your own happiness.


Now it's time to understand that you're all alone in the world
Understand that ultimately, you are responsible for your own well-being and success in life.




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Michael Wendrell

Me apaixonei por essa banda desde a primeira vez que a ouvi (pelo clipe Dino vs. Dino). Seu estilo único, completamente eclético, experimental e alternativo me conquistaram de uma forma intensa, fazendo com que a cada videoclipe ou entrevista assistida minha admiração por vocês aumentasse mais e mais. Sim, vocês me conquistaram. Sou grande admirador de sci-fi, design gráfico e sons alternativos e pude ver claramente esses três elementos unidos nas músicas de vocês. Inigualável. Espero verdadeiramente vê-los em BH o quanto antes, seja em show solo ou num evento regional... A cidade vem ganhando um espaço para bandas de Stoner, festivais vêm sendo feitos voltados aos "sons do deserto". Seria ótimo vê-los por aqui. Mais que isso, esplêndido. Ah, espero também ouvir a doce voz da Emmily de perto e tirar uma foto com toda a banda! Vocês são demais, grande abraço e enorme sucesso a todos!

Thyago Almeida

Michael Wendrell tbm amo d+ essa banda

stefani oliveira

Michael Wendrell

Nataly Santos

Feira de Santana é BA, moça!! ^~^

Iane Sousa Brandão

Dia 29 terá o show em feira de santana :)

Nataly Santos

@Michael Wendrell HOJE TEM FAR FROM ALASKA EM BH! ♥

Hein Rick?

Ainda não entendo porque essas bandas da era de ouro do underground nacional não conseguem mais visibilidade na mídia.

Nightwalker Produções

Porra 230.000 views no youtube já é uma visualização bem massa!

Leonardo Holanda

Se você estiver falando da mídia nacional eu te devolvo a pergunta, que espaço?

John Carlos

Porque o povo brasileiro está cada vez mais ignorante. Quanto mais idiota menos bom gosto.

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