Obsolete
Groves Sara Lyrics
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It's hard to feel your skirts are showing
You pull and tug to hide the works
That keep the whole thing going
And you don't know where you stand
And you feel so small and thin
And if you are dismissed
Walking through a hall of doors
Looking through a million portals
Everyone is having fun
Everybody seems immortal
And you don't know where you stand
And did something pass you by?
And if you are dismissed
Will you get another try?
Are you and I an apparition
Flickering up on the screen
Sending out our best transmissions
Waiting in our velveteen
Tell me you can really see me
It's hard to feel disqualified
For living in a different time
As if the train will only stop
For the current paradigm
And I don't know where we are
Are we passing through these wires
Are we walking through the streets
Of invisible empires
And I know I shouldn't care
If I'm out or if I'm in
Cause if I am dismissed
Oh you always take me in
In "Obsolete," Groves Sara addresses the feeling of being irrelevant and outdated. The opening lines convey this theme as the singer finds it difficult to feel necessary in the modern world. The following lines describe a sense of shame and the need to conceal one's efforts to remain relevant. The line "That keep the whole thing going" suggests that there is an expectation to always be current and adaptable in a society that constantly changes.
The second verse continues to explore this feeling of being left behind by others. The singer describes walking through a hall of doors and seeing others enjoying themselves seemingly effortlessly, as if they are immortal. The line "And did something pass you by?" captures a feeling of missed opportunity, while the subsequent line "And if you are dismissed, will you get another try?" reflects a fear of failure and a need for validation.
The bridge shifts focus to the idea of humanity being rendered obsolete by technology. The imagery of flickering up on a screen and sending out transmissions conjures up images of people as machines, transmitting information but lacking physical presence. The line "Waiting in our velveteen" suggests a sense of waiting passively for something, whether it's recognition or something else. Ultimately, the song concludes on a hopeful note, with the singer acknowledging that it's okay to be "in or out" and that there will always be someone who will "take you in."
Line by Line Meaning
It's hard to feel obsolete
Feeling like you are no longer useful or relevant is a difficult emotion to experience.
It's hard to feel your skirts are showing
Trying to cover up the aspects of yourself that others may find unflattering or embarrassing is a challenging task.
You pull and tug to hide the works
You constantly try to conceal the hard work that goes into keeping everything running smoothly.
That keep the whole thing going
Without these efforts, everything would fall apart.
And you don't know where you stand
You feel uncertain of your place in the world or in a particular situation.
And you feel so small and thin
You feel insignificant and powerless.
And if you are dismissed
If you are rejected or replaced,
Will another take you in?
will someone else accept and recognize your worth?
Walking through a hall of doors
Moving through life, encountering infinite possibilities and pathways.
Looking through a million portals
Exploring various opportunities and perspectives, each with their own unique experiences to offer.
Everyone is having fun
Everyone appears to be enjoying themselves and living their best life.
Everybody seems immortal
Others appear confident and secure in their positions or self-worth.
And did something pass you by?
You wonder whether you missed out on an opportunity or milestone while pursuing your own goals.
Are you and I an apparition
You question whether you and others even truly exist, or if life is simply a simulation or dream.
Flickering up on the screen
You feel like life is fleeting and transient, constantly in flux and changing.
Sending out our best transmissions
Trying to present yourself in the best possible way to others, but never really knowing if they can comprehend or appreciate it.
Waiting in our velveteen
Feeling like you're stuck in a comfortable yet limited existence or lifestyle.
Are we passing through these wires
Wondering if life is simply a product of technology or a digital construct, or if there is more to it than that.
Are we walking through the streets
Questioning whether you are truly experiencing the world around you, or if it is simply an illusion or fabrication.
Of invisible empires
Feeling like there is an intangible force or power influencing your life, but never fully understanding or comprehending it.
And I know I shouldn't care
You realize that you should not concern yourself with the opinions or judgments of others.
If I'm out or if I'm in
Whether you are accepted or excluded from certain groups or situations should not define your worth or value.
Cause if I am dismissed
If you are rejected or replaced,
Oh you always take me in
You know that there will always be someone who recognizes and appreciates your worth and accepts you for who you are.
Lyrics © MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: SARA GROVES
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Relevant is in your veins and flows out of you like a river of living water. Thank you for telling the stories of the journey we are all on.