Harmful was originally a trio, founded in 1992 by members Aren Emirze, Chris Aidonopoulos and Nico Heimann. Their 2007 album 7 was produced by former Faith No More bassist and record producer Billy Gould who subsequently joined the band as a fourth member.
Album discography:
* 1995: Harmful (BluNoise)
* 1997: Apoplexy.136 (BluNoise)
* 2000: Counterbalance (Firestarter/BMG)
* 2001: Wromantic (Firestarter/BMG)
* 2003: Sanguine (Steamhammer/SPV)
* 2005: Sis Masis (Nois-o-Lution)
* 2007: 7 (Nois-o-Lution)
* 2010: Cause (PIAS)
Overplay
Harmful Lyrics
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Cause there ain't no one else
See there's nothing wrong
But you're totally wrong
I know you had plans for us, impatiently
You'd rather see me gone
Than the way that I am
It's all fine
Watch out for the overplay
Remember when I used to say
You're all that I've got
Frustrated fireworks inside your head
Now you're acting real smart
Without taking part
Looking at a hand full of broken plans
Of all that's waiting on circumstance
Come on and make my day
Watch out for the overplay
Remember when I used to say
You're all that I've got
I'll make it through the day
Watch out for the overplay
Remember when I used to say
You're all that I've got
The song "Overplay" by Harmful talks about a person who is struggling to accept themselves for who they are. They constantly beat themselves up for not being like others and believe that there is something wrong with them. The singer is aware of the self-critical behavior and tries to reassure the person that there is nothing wrong with them. However, the self-doubting person prefers to see the singer gone than to accept themselves as they are.
The lyrics describe a relationship that has been affected by this lack of self-acceptance. The person had plans for the singer but is now frustrated that things have not worked out as expected. They are now distant and do not want to take part in any activities. The plans they had made together are now broken, and they are waiting for circumstances to change things. The singer urges the person not to overplay the situation and make things worse than they are.
Overall, the lyrics convey a message of self-acceptance and the importance of valuing oneself. It depicts the consequences of not being true to oneself and how it can affect relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
You beat up on yourself
You criticize and blame yourself unnecessarily
Cause there ain't no one else
Because you falsely believe that no one else is responsible or capable
See there's nothing wrong
Actually, there's nothing inherently bad or faulty
But you're totally wrong
But your perception and assessment are completely incorrect
I know you had plans for us, impatiently
I acknowledge that you had high hopes and expectations for our relationship, but you were too eager and demanding
You'd rather see me gone
You would prefer to end our connection or distance yourself from me entirely
Than the way that I am
Than to accept me for who and how I truly am
It's all fine
It's all okay, there's no need to fret or worry
Come on and make my day
Take a shot, give it your best try, it might surprise me
Watch out for the overplay
Be cautious not to push too hard, too fast, or too much
Remember when I used to say
Recall that in the past I expressed certain sentiments or feelings
You're all that I've got
You are the only one I rely on or care about
Frustrated fireworks inside your head
Your mind is racing, struggling, and conflicting with itself
Now you're acting real smart
Now you're behaving as if you know better or have figured it out
Without taking part
However, without actually participating or engaging with me
Looking at a hand full of broken plans
Examining a collection of useless, failed, or disappointing efforts or expectations
Of all that's waiting on circumstance
Of everything that is dependent on external factors or luck
I'll make it through the day
I'll survive, carry on, and live another day
Remember when I used to say
Reflect on the times when I communicated certain thoughts or emotions
You're all that I've got
You are still the only one that matters to me, despite everything
Contributed by Mackenzie O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.