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In One Ear
Iron Chic Lyrics
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When there's no one listening?
You know the words
You know they hurt
But you know they're right
When you got the urge
You thought you were the first
But you will never be first at anything
Are the wounds still stinging?
You know the words
You know every verse
You know what's right
That's what makes this worse
So fucking absurd
You have never been so sure about anything
The lyrics to Iron Chic's song "In One Ear" reflect the frustration and disappointment of speaking out and not being heard. The opening line, "Is the song worth singing when there's no one listening?" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is grappling with whether it's worth expressing himself if his words fall on deaf ears. He knows that what he has to say is important, but it hurts to see that it's not being heard or acknowledged by anyone else.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of feeling like you're alone in your beliefs. The line, "When you got the urge, you thought you were the first, but you will never be first at anything," speaks to the feeling of being an outsider, of being the only one who thinks a certain way or feels a certain thing. It's a lonely and isolating feeling that can make it even harder to continue speaking up and speaking out.
Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of frustration and despair. Even though the singer knows what he's saying is right, it feels like he's hitting a wall. The final line, "You have never been so sure about anything," underscores the sense of conviction and determination that the singer has, even in the face of adversity and indifference.
Line by Line Meaning
Is the song worth singing
Is it worth expressing yourself, even if nobody is paying attention?
When there's no one listening?
When nobody seems to care or understand what you're saying?
You know the words
You have a clear idea of what you want to say
You know they hurt
You're aware that your message might cause discomfort or distress
But you know they're right
Despite the potential negative reactions, you believe that your words are truthful and valuable
When you got the urge
When you feel the need to express yourself or be heard
You thought you were the first
You assumed that your experiences, ideas, or emotions were unique
But you will never be first at anything
You realize that there will always be someone who has already gone through what you're going through or who shares your perspectives
Are your ears still ringing?
Are you still affected by the lack of response or attention you received?
Are the wounds still stinging?
Are you still feeling the emotional pain caused by the inattentiveness or disagreement of your audience?
You know every verse
You have a deep understanding of your message, its implications and its various expressions
You know what's right
You strongly believe in the righteousness of your words, and the necessity for expressing them
That's what makes this worse
This certainty and conviction makes it even more frustrating and hurtful that no one seems to be listening
So fucking absurd
It's incredibly frustrating, ridiculous and illogical that nobody is paying attention to what you're saying
You have never been so sure about anything
You're absolutely convinced that your words are important and true, and that it's essential for you to say them, even if it feels like no one is listening
Contributed by Ryan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.