Say No More
Fickle Friends Lyrics

The song "Say No More" by Fickle Friends touches upon themes of denial, escapism, and control. The opening lines "Everything is so in focus, living away" suggest the singer's desire to escape reality and retreat into a paradise where they feel in control as the "beholder." The repetition of "living away" throughout the song reinforces this desire for escapism.

The lines "Soaking in the tide, I'm your resort / Do what I say and say no more" depict the singer's desire for control over their surroundings, and the need for others to comply with their wishes. This desire for control is further demonstrated in the lines "Cowering inside, you'll lose your soul / Do what I say, and say no more." The repetitive phrase "say no more" reinforces this sense of control and emphasizes the singer's need for compliance.

The chorus repeats the lines "Everything is so in focus / Paradise I'm your beholder / Show me the way, show me the way" emphasizing the singer's desire to be in control of their surroundings and to find a sense of paradise. The lyrics "Saving half your life for open toes / Everyday, I'm waiting for" suggest the singer's belief that their paradise is waiting for them, and they just need to find a way to get there.

In the end, the song leaves the listener questioning the singer's sense of reality and whether their desire for control and escapism has led them down a dangerous path.