Drag My Body
Hot Water Music Lyrics


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Well I got my heart up in a beautiful mess,
I should've known better when I took the risk,
To wreck myself and to gamble while broke,
Shaking something mental at a loss for the words I'd once known.
I traded two steps forward for three steps back,
To get to know the meaning of showing respect.
I found the pedestals and burned them down,
To kill my idols and to bury the thoughts underground.
I'm no longer deaf to the sounds.

I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
Enough to drag my body from the floor.

Well I got my head up in a critical mess,
Fighting like a demon in a shell I possess.
Gnashing my teeth and speaking in tongues,
Still shaking something mental at a loss for the words I'd once known.
Something's rattling my bones.

I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
Enough to drag my body from the floor.
I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
Enough to drag my body from the floor.

Stand to hold steady now,
Take a breath and somehow,
Take a step to begin again,
After all we can only do our best.

I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
Enough to drag my body from the floor.
I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
Enough to drag my body from the floor.





Stand and hold steady now.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hot Water Music's "Drag My Body" describe a person who is feeling lost and struggling to find their way in life. They have made mistakes and taken risks that have left them feeling broken and mentally exhausted. The first stanza talks about the consequences of the risks they took and the struggles they faced as a result.


The second stanza talks about their continued battles and their feeling of being trapped in their own body. The use of the phrase "something's rattling my bones" exemplifies this feeling of being stuck and unable to move forward. The chorus describes their state of mind and their feeling of being barely human as they struggle to drag themselves forward.


The final stanza provides a message of hope and resilience. It encourages the listener to stand firm and take a deep breath, acknowledging that we can only do our best in life. The repetition of the phrase "Stand and hold steady now" provides a sense of determination and strength.


Overall, the lyrics to "Drag My Body" speak to the experience of feeling lost and broken but also finding the strength to keep moving forward.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I got my heart up in a beautiful mess,
My emotions are in disarray and it’s both overwhelming and breathtakingly beautiful.


I should've known better when I took the risk,
I knew the potential for pain and yet I still took the risk.


To wreck myself and to gamble while broke,
I took a chance on something even though I couldn’t afford the possible loss.


Shaking something mental at a loss for the words I'd once known.
I’m struggling to articulate my thoughts and it’s taking a toll on me.


I traded two steps forward for three steps back,
I made a decision that set me back further than it propelled me forward.


To get to know the meaning of showing respect.
I had to learn what it truly meant to show respect in order to move forward.


I found the pedestals and burned them down,
I destroyed the structures and people I had placed on pedestals in order to let go of those ideals.


To kill my idols and to bury the thoughts underground.
I had to let go of my idols and the thoughts associated with them in order to live my own life.


I'm no longer deaf to the sounds.
I am now aware of the world around me and the change that needs to happen.


I'm hardly feeling human anymore,
I’m losing touch with my humanity due to the internal struggles I’m facing.


Enough to drag my body from the floor.
The weight of my troubles is so heavy that it’s hard to even pull myself up off the ground.


Well I got my head up in a critical mess,
My thoughts are in a state of crisis and I’m struggling to maintain control.


Fighting like a demon in a shell I possess.
I feel like I’m battling a demon within myself that I can’t shake.


Gnashing my teeth and speaking in tongues,
I’m overcome with emotion to the point that I’m losing control and struggling to communicate.


Something's rattling my bones.
The issue I’m dealing with is affecting me on a deep, visceral level.


Stand to hold steady now,
It’s time for me to stand up and face my difficulties head-on.


Take a breath and somehow,
Despite the overwhelming feeling of defeat I need to pause, take a breath, and figure out a way to move forward.


Take a step to begin again,
I need to start taking steps to overcome my challenges and change myself for the better.


After all we can only do our best.
I need to remember that I’m only human and I can only do my best in any given situation.


Stand and hold steady now.
I need to stand firm during the tough times and keep fighting to get to a better place.




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Sarah Blackwood

this is real. Well done you guys.

Rerun Son

You're beautiful! Have a great day!

Kyle Bray

As a bass player I have fallen in love with this song. Damn does that bass line groove.

factotum218

@UMONS Recherche & Innovation Yeah man, the first two albums he really went off. It was a big push for me since I grew up with a lot of more indie music but was always a noodler as a bassist. The first couple albums got me to pick up and start playing again.

UMONS Recherche & Innovation

discovering the song now, 9 years after your comment and that' exactly my thought

riserecords

Perhaps the best song ever written.

RafikiFreak

The bass in this song is awesome!

BaasS

First time hearing this song. I'm a guitarist and the first thing I noticed was those tasty bass lines. Incredible song all around

Rerun Son

Great voice. Great lyrics. Dope track. I actually came across this song at a super low point in my life. It helped to keep me alive. Thank you.

Cali Mistyflip

The passion behind Chuck's singing is one of a kind. Love these guys!!!

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