Pray
Idle Cure Lyrics

I looked with a smile
Approaching someone new can be hard, but I tried to be friendly and put on a smile.

Just to break the ice
I wanted to make small talk to lighten the mood and make the conversation more comfortable.

The air was getting thicker
Although the conversation started well, things began to feel more tense and uncomfortable as it progressed.

Ooh, you could cut it with a knife
The situation was so tense that you could feel it in the air and it was as if it could be physically cut with a knife.

I got his attention
I was able to capture the person's focus and interest in what I was saying.

Then he shut me down
Suddenly, the person became uninterested and disengaged from the conversation, shutting me out completely.

He said, I gotta run
The person abruptly ended the conversation and expressed the desire to leave the situation completely.

Gonna have some fun
The person was more interested in having a good time and enjoying themselves than having a meaningful conversation or interaction.

Don't preach to me now
The person did not want to hear any messages or ideas that they perceived to be 'preachy' or didactic in any way.

Lord, tell me how to make a difference
The artist is seeking guidance from a higher power, asking for direction and inspiration on how to make a positive impact in the world.

Lord, tell me what to do
The singer is requesting specific instructions on how to make a difference, looking for a clear path forward in their mission to create change.

Everytime I ask, Everytime I need some direction
The artist is consistently seeking guidance and direction, expressing a deep desire to make a positive difference in the world.

You say (get down, get down) on your knees, and…
The singer has been instructed to pray and humble themselves before their higher power in order to receive the necessary guidance and direction.

Pray for the heart of man
The singer is being told to pray for the kindness, empathy, and generosity of all people, regardless of their beliefs or background.

Pray for his open hand
The singer is being told to pray for the open-mindedness and willingness to help others of everyone, asking for people to be generous with their time and resources.

Woah-oh, woah-oh
A short musical interlude in the song.

Pray that you'll always be, A light the world can see
The artist is asking to always be a source of hope and positivity in the world, shining as a beacon of kindness and generosity for others to follow.

I'm all wound up
The singer is feeling anxious and tense, likely due to the negative interaction they previously experienced.

Tried to say the right thing
The singer attempted to communicate effectively and make a positive impact in the previous interaction, but unfortunately it did not work out as planned.

Could tell it was over
The artist could sense that the previous interaction was not going well and was unlikely to recover or lead to anything positive.

I made no sense
The artist felt that their words had no impact or meaning, likely due to the disinterest or disengagement of the other person in the conversation.

He wouldn't even listen
The person the artist was talking to was not willing to pay attention or engage in meaningful conversation.

No passion or love
The person the singer was talking to lacked any genuine interest or emotional investment in the conversation or interaction, leading to a disappointing experience for the singer.

All I remember the last the he said, I'm not gonna join your club
The conversation ended poorly, with the person expressing disinterest or disagreement with the artist's beliefs or values, causing the artist to feel rejected or excluded.

Ohh!
A short musical interlude in the song.