Breathin'
Four Shadow Lyrics
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I don't wanna hope for tomorrow
Don't sell me on a better future
I got what I need, don't need to borrow
Now I'm breathin' in
I'm breathin' out
I'm breathin' in and out now
I'm breathin' out
I'm breathin' in and out now
Don't wear a watch to check the hour
It seems like everybody's racin'
I'm moving in the right direction
I'm headed where my face is facin', yeah
The calender the television CNN and people wishin'
Plannin' for a great vacation
Hate what's on, they change the station
We're movin' up, we're movin' out
We're movin' 'round and 'round
Now I'm breathin' in
I'm breathin' out
I'm breathin' in and out now
Now I'm breathin' in
I'm breathin' out
I'm breathin' in and out now
The song "Breathin'" by Four Shadow talks about the importance of living in the present and not being preoccupied with the future or past. The first verse sets the tone by rejecting the idea of potential and hope for tomorrow. The songwriter is content with what they have and do not want to borrow anything from the future. The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of breathing, and doing it in and out now. The chorus underlines the importance of taking life one breath at a time and staying in the present.
The second verse talks about the fast-paced modern lifestyle, which requires people to rush, constantly check the time and pace towards an abstract notion of success. The songwriter contrasts this by moving in the right direction and towards what they are facing. The bridge alludes to the pressure people face from external sources - the calendar, television, news channels, and people's wishes - which influence people's decision-making. However, the songwriter encourages people to reject these distractions and trust in themselves to make the right choices.
Overall, the song encourages people to live in the present and take life one day at a time. It is a reminder to slow down and appreciate the journey, rather than be fixated on the destination.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't talk to me about potential
I don't want to hear about what could be, I want to focus on what is
I don't wanna hope for tomorrow
I don't want to rely on the future for my happiness, I want to be content in the present
Don't sell me on a better future
I don't need someone else's promises of a brighter future, I am content with what I have now
I got what I need, don't need to borrow
I don't need to depend on anyone else because I have everything I need within myself
Now I'm breathing in, I'm breathing out, I'm breathing in and out now
I'm taking a moment to focus on my own breathing and being present in this moment
Don't wear a watch to check the hour
I don't want to become obsessed with time and constantly checking the clock
It seems like everybody's racin'
Everyone is in a hurry to get somewhere, but I'm content with my own pace
I'm moving in the right direction
I am on the path I want to be on, and I trust that it will lead me where I need to go
I'm headed where my face is facin', yeah
I am moving in the direction of my dreams and goals
The calendar the television CNN and people wishin'
There are external forces trying to dictate my life, but I choose to ignore them
Plannin' for a great vacation
People are always looking towards the future and planning for something better instead of enjoying the present
Hate what's on, they change the station
People are always dissatisfied with what they have and are constantly seeking something better
We're movin' up, we're movin' out, we're movin' 'round and 'round
Society is always moving forward and never satisfied with what they have achieved
Contributed by Eva T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.