Pressure's On
James . Brian Eno Lyrics
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Face of self-control
Shown to the world of confident
Pray your fears won't show
Cry
Break your first impressions
Recreate your will
Let love be your goal
Cry
My whole world
Breaking down
The pressure's on
The pressures' on
This whole way's
Falling down
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
Cry
Cry
The lyrics to Brian Eno's song "Pressure's On" speak to the internal struggle of maintaining a facade of confidence and control while facing deep depression and anxiety. The singer acknowledges the pressure to appear confident while praying that their fears won't be revealed to the world. The line "Break your first impressions, recreate your will" suggests the need to let go of societal expectations and redefine oneself.
The chorus repeats the phrase "The pressure's on," emphasizing the weight of expectations and responsibilities that can cause one's world to feel like it's falling apart. However, the singer also offers a solution: "Love's at the heart of everything, let love be your goal." This line suggests that prioritizing love and kindness can help alleviate the pressures and anxieties of life.
Overall, "Pressure's On" is a poignant reflection on the toll that hiding one's fears and putting on a confident face can take on a person's mental health. It highlights the importance of being true to oneself and prioritizing love and kindness in the face of difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in a deep depression
I am experiencing a strong feeling of sadness and hopelessness
Face of self-control
I try to maintain an appearance of composure and stability despite my inner turmoil
Shown to the world of confident
I present my facade of confidence to those around me
Pray your fears won't show
I hope that my insecurities and anxieties do not become apparent to others
Cry
Expressing emotions can be a necessary release and a way to cope with difficult situations
Break your first impressions
Challenge your initial assumptions and perceptions of others
Recreate your will
Take control of your own life and make conscious decisions about your actions and beliefs
Love's at the heart of everything
Love is the underlying force that connects all things and gives meaning to life
Let love be your goal
Make love your guiding principle and aim to act with kindness, empathy, and compassion
My whole world
The entirety of my existence
Breaking down
Collapsing and disintegrating
The pressure's on
There is a significant amount of stress and expectation weighing upon me
This whole way's
The entire path I have been on
Falling down
Losing momentum and collapsing
Cry
Reiterate the importance of allowing oneself to express emotions
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I'm in a deep depression
Face of self-control
Shown to the world of confident
Pray your fears won't show
Cry
Break your first impressions
Recreate your will
Love's at the heart of everything
Let love be your goal
Cry
My whole world
Breaking down
The pressure's on
The pressures' on
This whole way's
Falling down
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
Cry
Cry
SOFIALANOMADE
One of the best albums in the world.
Segi gise
this is one of the essential james songs for me, in the casket of more than 100 songs! <3
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I'm in a deep depression
Face of self-control
Shown to the world of confident
Pray your fears won't show
Cry
Break your first impressions
Recreate your will
Love's at the heart of everything
Let love be your goal
Cry
My whole world
Breaking down
The pressure's on
The pressures' on
This whole way's
Falling down
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
The pressure's on
Cry
Cry
JRASH
Soulfully melodic in every way possible!! ❤
Corey Smith
Been listening to this since it came out on tape. Still moving and essentially essential in life
merrydukes
I just cried to this song. Thank you for letting me let my emotions flow.
Jessica Lewis
This was recorded as a jam session with them during the Laid (I think) album, but so GREAT.
Robert Hauser
Still great - will be great forever
SkycroOw
Finally its here! Love it!
Mbrugo
have the privilege to have the original in paper craft... brilliant!