Well Off
Former Vandal Lyrics
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I'm not sick but still so far away from sane.
Nightmares, but I haven't slept in ages.
The battles won, but there's still poison in our veins.
We've lost control, anything but gently down the stream.
Hold me close, hold me tell me life is but a dream.
Save me, I think I'm losing my mind.
Well, this is war.
Save me, 'cause the battles won but the war is still to fight.
You said you'd come for me when the world swallows me whole.
Well, this is war.
Well, this is war.
You breathe like your lungs aren't full of matches.
Every careful word you speak has a chance of sparking fire.
I hope I can sleep straight through the madness.
But I can't even tell when I'm sleeping anymore.
We've lost control, anything but gently down the stream.
Hold me close, hold me tell me life is but a dream.
Save me, I think I'm losing my mind.
You said you'd come for me when the world swallows me whole.
Well, this is war.
Save me, 'cause the battles won but the war is still to fight.
You said you'd come for me when the world swallows me whole.
Well, this is war.
Let the darkness come for me, let it try to steal my soul.
As if I had a soul to steal. Hold me tell me life is but a dream.
Save me, I think I'm losing my mind.
The lyrics of "Well Off" by Former Vandal convey a sense of desperation and anxiety, with the singer feeling like they are losing their mind. The opening line "You run, like the letters on these pages" suggests a sense of urgency, as if the singer is trying to keep up but struggling. The following lines "I'm not sick but still so far away from sane" indicate that the singer is perhaps struggling with mental health issues, but wants to emphasize that they are not actually sick. The line "Nightmares, but I haven't slept in ages" adds to this sense of exhaustion and anxiety, as if the singer is unable to rest.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of a battle being won but the war is still to fight. The line "Save me, 'cause the battles won but the war is still to fight" suggests that although there may have been a temporary victory, there is still a long way to go. The repetition of the line "Well, this is war" further emphasizes this point, creating a sense of urgency and tension. The final verse of the song suggests that the singer is somewhat resigned to their state of mind, acknowledging that the darkness may try to steal their soul, but that they are holding onto the idea that life is but a dream.
Line by Line Meaning
You run, like the letters on these pages.
You move quickly, like the letters on a page when they're being read.
I'm not sick but still so far away from sane.
I may not be physically ill, but I'm mentally struggling and distant from a state of sanity.
Nightmares, but I haven't slept in ages.
I am experiencing dreams that evoke fear or anxiety, even though I haven't gotten proper sleep in a long time.
The battles won, but there's still poison in our veins.
Even though we have triumphed over our struggles, there is still a harmful influence present that is affecting us.
We've lost control, anything but gently down the stream.
We are no longer in command and our situation is unsteady, like a boat drifting recklessly down a river.
Hold me close, hold me tell me life is but a dream.
Embrace and reassure me that life is temporary and fleeting, like a dream that eventually fades away.
Save me, I think I'm losing my mind.
Rescue me, as I think I'm becoming unhinged and unstable.
You said you'd come for me when the world swallows me whole.
You promised to be there for me in times of utmost desperation and turmoil.
Save me, 'cause the battles won but the war is still to fight.
Help me, for although we may have achieved a single victory, the greater conflict is still ongoing.
You breathe like your lungs aren't full of matches.
You inhale deeply, without the sensation of burn or discomfort in your lungs as if they were full of matchsticks.
Every careful word you speak has a chance of sparking fire.
Each word you choose to say has the potential to ignite a figurative flame, escalating the matters at hand.
I hope I can sleep straight through the madness.
I wish that I could slumber soundly despite the chaos and turmoil surrounding me.
But I can't even tell when I'm sleeping anymore.
I've lost my sense of awareness regarding whether or not I am asleep or awake.
Let the darkness come for me, let it try to steal my soul.
I am daring and unconcerned about the dark forces that may attempt to harm me in a soul-destroying manner.
As if I had a soul to steal. Hold me tell me life is but a dream.
I am cynical about whether or not I possess a soul that could be stolen, thus hold me close and remind me once again that life is fleeting.
Save me, I think I'm losing my mind.
I am imploring for assistance as I fear that I am gradually becoming insane.
Well, this is war.
This is a contentious, hazardous circumstance requiring a great deal of fortitude.
Well, this is war.
This is a fierce battle to be fought.
Contributed by Peyton G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Naldo van Elewout
Dirt poor vagrant with expensive taste
Ashes of a cigarette in a priceless vase
She says that I'm a high end, lit cigar
Gold-trimmed, marble heart
Dying for the money and fame
That I'm an almost famous movie star
Living in a stolen car
Shoulda bought a better face
[Chorus]
She knows it cause she's well off
Ain't gotta worry bout the money at all
So clear to see it when you're
Living in a glass house
Throwing stones at the ground
Oh, she knows it cause she's well off
[Verse 2]
Smile so vacant
The doctor's on call
She says, "Pin me back, just a little more
Let 'em know, I'm the happiest doll on the wall"
[Verse 3]
She says that it's a rat race, dog eat dog
Everyone's another cog
Looking for a way to break out
She sold her soul for diamond rings
Now she can't feel anything
Heavy, heavy lies the crown
[Chorus]
She knows it cause she's well off
Ain't gotta worry bout the money at all
So clear to see it when you're
Living in a glass house
Throwing stones at the ground
Oh, she knows it cause she's well off
It's all about the money baby
David
I heard this song on Spotify the other day and came here expecting to see millions of views. What a beautiful hidden gem of a song
Jenn Clutts
This song showed up in my Spotify discover weekly playlist and it's been on repeat alllll day. Looooooooove.
Swash Buckle
Jenn Clutts same
JayyFrostyy
thats exactly why im here too
Thecrimsonchin905
Dude I can't believe you're not super well known. This song rocks. Keep it up so you can reach even more!
Clinton Wilson
this quickly became one of my freaking favorites
LeesiGalaxy
It really bothers me sometimes that you aren't more popular! But at least I get to keep this awesome music to myself. >u>
M KITKAT
Your talent gives me chills!!
Amazing song! amazing video!
Lucas
It's always the smaller artists that feature the best work. Truly love your music <3 <3
LUXURYALPHAS
I love your music so much!!!!