Garrett Williamson is also a YouTuber alongside his cousin, Chase, on a channel known as GCWaves.
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Closing In
Garrett Williamson Lyrics
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It starts off the same for every week
And ends with a game on PS3
Pick something right out of the drawer
Then hold it up against the floor
Spew some junk about no sex
Then a vegan comes just to say Gex
At the desk, look like a hoarder
I just want to break the mold, to not follow a path
But every week, my life involves mentioning Barrel Blast
PRE-CHORUS:
(It’s closing in) My screen is all burned in
(It’s closing in) I always have that stupid grin
(It’s closing in) And just like my virginity…
I’m worried this 1080p outline’s here for infinity
CHORUS:
I’m, on the border
Does my whole life need a giant watermark?
Of, starting over
I really truly never noticed something so stark?
Why, is it this way?
These are some deep questions, this is getting too philosophical for me
Blue from feeling like I’m suffocating
To lay it on the line, it’s closing in on me
OUTRO:
(It’s closing in) It’s always been this way?
(It’s closing in) Not sure if that’s okay…
(It’s closing in) Constantly, from day to day
To lay it on the line, it’s closing in on me
The lyrics to Garrett Williamson's song "Closing In" depict a sense of monotony and dissatisfaction with one's daily routine. The first verse sets the scene of a repetitive week, with the singer highlighting mundane activities like playing video games (specifically on a PS3) and randomly selecting objects from a drawer. There is a mention of avoiding sexual encounters and the unexpected arrival of a vegan, adding to the sense of unpredictability in an otherwise stagnant routine. The line "Surrounded by some big blue border" could be interpreted metaphorically, suggesting confinement or limitation within the singer's daily life.
The chorus hints at a deeper longing for change and a desire to break free from the pattern. The singer questions the necessity of a constant watermark (symbolizing a reminder or label) in their life. They express frustration at not noticing this restriction sooner and pose philosophical questions about why things are the way they are. The blue color mentioned in the chorus could represent feelings of suffocation or restriction.
In the pre-chorus, the singer reflects on their screen being "burned in," suggesting that their daily routine has become ingrained and unchanging. They admit to always having a "stupid grin," possibly indicating resignation or a lack of fulfillment. The mention of their virginity implies a lack of experience or growth, paralleling the stagnant nature of their life. They express concern that this 1080p (high-definition) outline, symbolizing their current existence, might last forever.
The outro reinforces the sense of entrapment and questions whether this has always been the singer's reality. They express uncertainty about whether it's acceptable or healthy to constantly feel closed in or confined. The repetitive nature of their days is emphasized, leaving them feeling like their options are limited and suffocated.
Overall, the lyrics of "Closing In" convey a longing for change and dissatisfaction with a monotonous and confining lifestyle. The song prompts reflection on the limitations placed upon oneself and the desire to break free from a repetitive existence.
Line by Line Meaning
It starts off the same for every week
My life follows a monotonous routine every week
And ends with a game on PS3
My week concludes with playing a game on the PlayStation 3
Pick something right out of the drawer
Choosing something randomly without much thought or consideration
Then hold it up against the floor
Examining the object by comparing it to the floor
Spew some junk about no sex
Talking foolishly about not having sex
Then a vegan comes just to say Gex
Unexpectedly, a vegan criticizes me by mentioning Gex (a video game character)
At the desk, look like a hoarder
Sitting at my cluttered desk, resembling a hoarder
Surrounded by some big blue border
Being enclosed by a large blue boundary or limitation
I just want to break the mold, to not follow a path
I desire to defy expectations and avoid conformity
But every week, my life involves mentioning Barrel Blast
Nevertheless, every week I find myself referring to Barrel Blast (a video game)
(It’s closing in) My screen is all burned in
I feel trapped as my screen displays permanent burn-in images
(It’s closing in) I always have that stupid grin
I consistently wear a foolish smile on my face
(It’s closing in) And just like my virginity…
Similar to my virginity, I worry that this situation will never change
I’m worried this 1080p outline’s here for infinity
I'm concerned that the outline on my 1080p screen will remain permanently
I’m, on the border
I feel like I'm on the edge or boundary
Does my whole life need a giant watermark?
Is it necessary for my entire existence to be marked or limited by something prominent?
Of, starting over
The possibility of beginning anew
I really truly never noticed something so stark?
Have I genuinely never realized something so glaringly obvious?
Why, is it this way?
I question the reason behind this situation
These are some deep questions, this is getting too philosophical for me
These inquiries are profound, and they exceed my capacity for philosophical contemplation
Blue from feeling like I’m suffocating
Feeling overwhelmed and trapped, causing a sense of suffocation
To lay it on the line, it’s closing in on me
To be straightforward, this situation is gradually encroaching upon me
(It’s closing in) It’s always been this way?
Has it consistently been like this?
(It’s closing in) Not sure if that’s okay…
I am uncertain if that is acceptable or tolerable
(It’s closing in) Constantly, from day to day
Continuously, day after day, without interruption
To lay it on the line, it’s closing in on me
To be honest, this situation is progressively tightening its grip on me
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GARRETT WILLIAMSON, SCOTT WOZNIAK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
AshyMuted
This song. THIS ONE SONG is all it took to cement Borderline Forever as my favorite video on this entire platform.
ThunderandLightning
why dont you play them was my fav but this comes in a close second
Jushi
For me it is ‘Average Turk vs Average Greek Debate’ because I only enjoy the finest pieces of media.
bengt ?!
All the songs in general
Victory Reviews
Why?
chrono Mage
I like Why Don't You Play Them? more but Borderline Forever is better than You're Not an RPG Guy as a video
charlene garner
Why does his voice actually suit this style of music so well 😭
Xubse
@Conflict Magazine oh my god.. It all links up... Blue... White Boys... No...
Vulpe
@Brandon Marshall i think thats a real problem in his earlier songs, it sounds good in this one + he actually sounds like he's singing most of the video so yeah no
NAF Projects
Fun fact
According to the 2021 book made for the charity bonanza that I somehow forgot the name of, Scott never even intended for this to be a grunge rock song. He literally just told Garret "yeah do whatever man, I don't care". So the fact that this fits so well is a complete mistake