Wilderness
Jacob Riddall Lyrics
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I see you in the mirror, looking back at me
But you've changed again, you've changed my friend
But don't take my hand because I know you'll slip through my fingers once again
Don't take my hand because I know in the morning you'll be gone
I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the devil inside
I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the death that I may find
From the death I will find
No don't take my hand
These lyrics describe the internal and external struggle of the singer who sees their friend or loved one lost in the wilderness, trying to escape their problems. In the first line, the singer observes the person on the run in the midst of their turmoil. In the second line, the singer sees their reflection in the mirror, suggesting that the person in the wilderness may represent a part of themselves as well. The third line shows that the person has changed once again, maybe going through different stages of coping with their problems or addiction. The singer knows that extending a hand to them might not be helpful as they might slip away again, leaving the singer feeling helpless and powerless.
Further in the lyrics, the singer admits to their own vulnerability and inability to fight the demons inside. The lines "I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the devil inside" and "I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the death that I may find" describe the internal struggle of the singer, maybe dealing with their own problems, or feeling powerless to help others. The repeated line "don't take my hand because I know you'll slip through my fingers" reveals the singer's fear of losing the person again and the hurt associated with it.
Overall, "Wilderness" is a thought-provoking and emotional song that shows the complexity of human emotions and relationships. It highlights the struggle of individuals dealing with mental health issues or addiction, and the helplessness of their loved ones who may not know the right way to support them.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you in the wilderness trying to scape
I can see that you're struggling in the wild and trying to escape from something.
I see you in the mirror, looking back at me
When I look at myself in the mirror, I see you looking back at me.
But you've changed again, you've changed my friend
It seems like you've changed once again, my friend.
But don't take my hand because I know you'll slip through my fingers once again
I can't hold onto you because I know you'll slip away once more.
Don't take my hand because I know in the morning you'll be gone
Please don't take my hand because I know you'll be gone by morning.
I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the devil inside
I don't have enough strength to stop myself from giving in to the demons inside of me.
I'm not strong enough to keep myself back from the death that I may find
I'm not strong enough to keep myself from seeking out my own demise.
From the death I will find
I know that death is waiting for me, and I will find it.
But don't take my hand because I know you'll slip through my fingers once again
Please don't take my hand because I know you'll slip away from me again.
No don't take my hand
Please, don't take my hand.
Contributed by Avery D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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great track :)
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@lonedrogo8477
Song is astonishinly good bro. Favourite melancholic/sad song right now. People need to listen to this.
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@martayko3476
Everytime I am amused by the taste of connecting the music with the picture :)
@kidwithaguitar4139
1am, lying in bed, this song, surreal.
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Kid with a Guitar :D
@martinguelette2922
Kid with a Guitar 3am for me but same