These Walls
Geiger Teddy Lyrics


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I can't believe what is in front of me
The waters rising up to my knees
And I can't figure out
How the hell I wound up here
Everything seemed ok
When I started out the other day
And the rain came pouring down
And now I'm drowning in my fears
As I watch the setting sun
I wonder if I'm the only one

Cause everybody tries to put some love on the line
And everybody feels a broken heart sometimes
And even when I'm scared I have to try to fly
Sometimes I fall but I've seen it done before
Gotta step outside these walls

I've got no master plan to
Help me out or make me stand up
For all of the things that I really want
You had me too afraid to ask
And as I look ahead of me
I try to pray for sanity

Cause everybody tries to put some love on the line
And everybody feels a broken heart sometimes
And even when I'm scared I have to try to fly
Sometimes I fall but I've seen it done before
Gotta step outside these walls

These walls can be my haven
These walls can keep me safe here
Now I guess I've got to let them down

Cause everybody tries to put some love on the line
And everybody feels a broken heart sometimes
And even when I'm scared I have to try to fly
Sometimes I fall but I've seen it done before
Gotta step outside these walls

I gotta break out
I gotta break out
I've to step out side these walls
Outside these walls
Well it's a brand new day
And I'll be going down
Cause I'll be steppin' out
I'll be steppin' outside these walls
Yeah I've seen it done before
I'm walking on
Yeah I'm moving on
Yeah




Give me something
Steppin' outside these walls

Overall Meaning

The song "These Walls" by Teddy Geiger explores the theme of facing fears and breaking out of one's comfort zone. The opening lines describe the singer's shock at finding themselves in a difficult situation, represented by rising waters up to their knees. They feel lost and confused as to how they ended up there. The rain is a metaphor for the obstacles and challenges that life can throw our way, leaving us feeling helpless and overwhelmed. As they watch the setting sun, they wonder if they are the only ones struggling.


The chorus conveys a message of resilience and the need to take risks. Everyone experiences heartbreak and fear, but they have to try to fly and pursue their dreams, even if they fall along the way. The singer acknowledges that they have no master plan and have been too afraid to ask for what they want, but they still strive for sanity and clarity. The walls that they have built around themselves may have provided a sense of safety, but they also prevent them from reaching their full potential. In the end, they resolve to break out of their comfort zone and step outside these walls.


The song uses vivid imagery to convey the emotion of the singer and the universality of their struggles. The lyrics encourage listeners to be brave, follow their hearts, and take risks in pursuit of their dreams.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't believe what is in front of me
I'm in disbelief about my current situation.


The waters rising up to my knees
The level of trouble or difficulty is rising steadily.


And I can't figure out
I'm unable to understand or comprehend what is happening.


How the hell I wound up here
I'm baffled as to how I ended up in this predicament.


Everything seemed ok
Initially, everything appeared fine and normal.


When I started out the other day
At the beginning of my journey or experience.


And the rain came pouring down
Problems or troubles began to occur and overwhelm me.


And now I'm drowning in my fears
My worries and anxieties are causing me to feel helpless and overwhelmed.


As I watch the setting sun
My current situation is coming to an end or coming to a close.


I wonder if I'm the only one
I'm not sure if I'm the only one going through this experience.


Cause everybody tries to put some love on the line
Everyone takes risks and puts themselves out there for love or personal gain.


And everybody feels a broken heart sometimes
Everyone experiences disappointment, sadness or heartbreak at some point in their lives.


And even when I'm scared I have to try to fly
Despite feeling afraid or uncertain, I must continue to take action and try to succeed.


Sometimes I fall but I've seen it done before
Even if I fail or stumble, others have succeeded in similar situations.


Gotta step outside these walls
I need to break free from my limitations or obstacles.


I've got no master plan to
I don't have a clear strategy or plan to follow.


Help me out or make me stand up
I need assistance or direction to face my problems or challenges.


For all of the things that I really want
I desire success or achievement in various areas of my life.


You had me too afraid to ask
I was scared to speak up or ask for help.


And as I look ahead of me
As I consider the future or what's to come.


I try to pray for sanity
I hope for mental or emotional stability and peace amidst the chaos.


These walls can be my haven
These barriers or limitations can act as a form of security or comfort.


These walls can keep me safe here
Staying within my comfort zone or limitations can prevent me from harm or failure.


Now I guess I've got to let them down
I must break free from my limitations or comfort zone.


I gotta break out
I need to escape or break free from my current situation.


I've to step out side these walls
I must leave my limitations or obstacles behind.


It's a brand new day
A new opportunity or experience is beginning.


And I'll be going down
I'm moving forward or making progress.


Cause I'll be steppin' out
I'm breaking free from my limitations or obstacles.


I've seen it done before
Others have succeeded or overcome similar challenges.


I'm walking on
I'm making progress or moving forward with confidence.


I'm moving on
I'm leaving my past or limitations behind and progressing forward.


Give me something
I'm seeking an opportunity or guidance to succeed.


Steppin' outside these walls
Breaking free and moving beyond my limitations towards success and achievement.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BETH COEN, PETER WALLACE, TEDDY GEIGER

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Comments from YouTube:

Beck

All due respect to Teddy Geiger and her transitioning, but they removed all this old music from Spotify and I'm really mad about it!

rdrgz

Have to agree on this, I’m so happy for her, but I miss this album on Spotify.

RoveTheory

And Apple Music. Respect her decision but her music was so good that was removed

sifa fauziah

i know! but it might seems bcs of problem with label

Julie Delahooke

Totally agree. She can't deny the fans the music that allowed us to fall in love with her in the first place! Happy for her, and she was amazing in concert when I saw her in 2006.

Nubia Ameker

I was wondering why I kept getting results for a woman.

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Tiffany O.

I'm genuinely upset that this song is no longer on Spotify!

Joel Query

i just found this out today and i would really would like to know. this whole album is amazing

Mario Ramirez

The full album ain't on Spoty, so sad

master7chief

Right now this is the theme song of my life! Despite my battle with depression! Despite my hurts! I will rise above! I'm breaking through these walls!

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