Out of Whack
Flaw Lyrics


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Maybe nobody told you about this life
Maybe nobody answered your questions why
Simple revelations they come in time
Those liars told us things would all be fine

Born out of whack give him something possible
You thought it would've mattered
Not likely to change things we've come too far
Where innocent young kids are put behind bars

But it's an easy decision banished so far
You're not as civil as you think you are

You say we're all born out of whack
Well don't act so surprised how there's been
A lot going on
Since you realized that we're all just kids trying

To get along
So answer one thing
Are you gonna stay inside. are you gonna stay




Inside of our minds?
Are we all born wrong?

Overall Meaning

In Flaw's song "Out of Whack," the lyrics address the confusing and deceptive messages that we receive in life. The song explores the idea that perhaps no one ever tells us the truth about life and that we have to discover it for ourselves. The line "Simple revelations they come in time" suggests that eventually, we all come to understand the complexities and illusions of life.


The song also touches on issues of injustice and corruption, particularly within the prison system. The line "Where innocent young kids are put behind bars" highlights the harsh reality of our society, where underage offenders are often punished far too severely.


The chorus of the song is particularly striking, as it challenges the notion of being born "out of whack." The lyrics suggest that perhaps we are all just trying to figure things out and get along in a world that doesn't always make sense. Overall, the song speaks to the struggles of growing up and navigating the complexities of the world around us.


Line by Line Meaning

Maybe nobody told you about this life
Perhaps no one has ever warned you about the harsh realities of life and its struggles.


Maybe nobody answered your questions why
You may have always been curious about life and its purpose, but nobody ever answered your questions.


Simple revelations they come in time
The profound truths of life are often discovered over a period and with experiences that come with the passage of time.


Those liars told us things would all be fine
Many people deceive us into thinking that everything in life will be alright and turn out positively.


Born out of whack give him something possible
As humans, we are all flawed and may seem like we do not fit in well with our surroundings. However, we need to give ourselves some hope that we can achieve something worthwhile.


You thought it would've mattered
You believed that your efforts to change the world would have an impact on society and make things better.


Not likely to change things we've come too far
It is unlikely that the world would change its ways, considering how deep-rooted the issues have become.


Where innocent young kids are put behind bars
Many young and innocent children are trapped behind bars and treated unfairly despite their innocence.


But it's an easy decision banished so far
The decision to ignore the pain and suffering around us is an effortless one, and we often distance ourselves from harsh realities.


You're not as civil as you think you are
In times of adversity or struggle, our true selves emerge, and we may not always be as kind and civil as we imagine ourselves to be.


You say we're all born out of whack
The singers remind us that we all have flaws and may not fit in with society's expectations, but we need to find a way to accept and improve ourselves continually.


Well don't act so surprised how there's been
Do not act astonished when you observe that the world is often chaotic and unpredictable.


A lot going on
A lot of things happen in the world every day, and it can be overwhelming and challenging at times.


Since you realized that we're all just kids trying
The singers suggest that irrespective of our age, we are all still trying to figure out our place in the world and how to navigate life's challenges.


To get along
We need to learn how to coexist peacefully and work towards common goals for everyone's benefit.


So answer one thing
The artists ask a rhetorical question, asking listeners to ponder about life's meaning and purpose.


Are you gonna stay inside. are you gonna stay
The artists challenge listeners to decide how they will respond to the world's problems - whether they will remain indifferent or take action to solve them.


Inside of our minds?
The phrase 'inside of our minds' suggests that the decision to act or remain passive lies within the individual's thoughts and state of mind.


Are we all born wrong?
The question 'Are we all born wrong?' is a metaphorical way of asking if inherent human flaws mean we are inherently not perfect.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRIS VOLZ, CHRISTOPHER BALLINGER, JASON DAUNT, LANCE ARNY, RYAN JURHS

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El Gerardo Edwardio

Such an underrated band. This song blows away heaps of other shit they're trying to play on rock stations presently. No flaws here.

Keith Carrig

I love flaw but they'd b much more successful if the singer wasn't such a prick and I saw it 1st hand. We thru in some cash acouple yrs ago for the band to get a new bus($700)and they'd come to the house and play an acoustic show for us and they came but they go thru different members of the band so much that when they came to the house 2 of the guys were basically brand new and when they get to the house Chris says we got 3 songs and kinda laughed it off but he wasn't bullshittin they could only play a few songs so while it was a cool experience it really wasn't worth it to only here a few songs and I can go on and on about things that happened that night that rubbed me the wrong way and it was specifically Chris cause everyone else did there best to make the experience worth it for us

bTrue387

sevendust and flaw. Two most underrated bands of ALL TIME. Seen them both live and its truly amazing!

El Gerardo Edwardio

Flaw's best song in my opinion, I have listened to this on repeat several times.

Walking With Bliss

Yes!!

AmSheagar

One of the most played albums of my youth and memorable to this very day. ♥️ Nothing like it. Flaw through the eyes.

ryanexsus

This one of my favorite songs of this era right here.

Hernán Vásquez

Tremendous song!

i may look human but am i

2019 >\m/ this song is AMAZING!!!!

Athathoth01

2021 and it's still amazing.

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