Above
Finger Eleven Lyrics

The lyrics of Finger Eleven's "Above" are an introspective exploration of one's own inner turmoil and conflict. The opening line of "Inside I'm gone" sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the singer feels distant and disconnected from their true self. The second line, "You knew that all along," suggests that this feeling is not new and has been present for some time. The next line, "Without the distance you never get away," speaks to the necessity of taking a step back in order to gain clarity and perspective. However, this distance can also lead to a sense of alienation and isolation.

The second verse uses the metaphor of a "plastic bag image" to represent the superficial and fleeting nature of our outer selves. The line "The color fading is all the way to grey" suggests that without substance and depth, our identities become indistinguishable and unremarkable. The chorus of "We are strong but we're dumb / We look above" acknowledges the paradoxical nature of the human condition, where our strength and resilience is often outweighed by our ignorance and vulnerability. The bridge of "Trusting the instinct / Is not about what you think / The one reaction is only to obey" reinforces the idea that our instinctual reactions and impulses are often our truest guide, and that following them blindly may lead to our downfall. The final lines of "Judge the distance from the ground and pray / We are strong but we're dumb / We look above" suggest that despite our limitations and flaws, we continue to strive for something greater and more meaningful.