Trust
Kaskade/Neon Trees Lyrics
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And I'm, I’m trying to get your attention
You appear as a child, put your heart on your sleeve
But you’re acting exactly as you do in my dreams
I said you, you are not what you seam
And you’re finding out that
Falling down can feel strange
You’re losing the game
That's the thing about trust
It’s always the same
Sad story again
You lose all your friends
That's the thing about trust
You, you got your head in a swing
Yeah, and I, I'm trying to give you salvation
You appear as a devil
Like a wolf in the woods
But you're acting exactly as we excepting you would
I said you, you read the words that I sing, as a shot to the face going
Falling down can feel strange
No one remembers your name
You’re losing the game
That's the thing about trust
It’s always the same
Sad story again
You lose all your friends
That's the thing about trust
Don’t lie to me when the pressure's on, you gotta have trust
Don’t lie to me when the pressure's on, you gotta have trust
Don’t lie to me when the pressure's on, you gotta have trust
Don’t lie to me when the pressure's on, I said you gotta have trust
Falling down can feel strange
No one remembers your name
You’re losing the game
That's the thing about trust
It’s always the same
Sad story again
You lose all your friends
That's the thing about trust
Trust
In this song, Kaskade and Neon Trees explore the theme of trust and how it can impact relationships. The lyrics describe a situation where one person is struggling and the other is trying to help, but there is a sense of distrust between them. The first verse suggests that the person in need appears vulnerable and open, but they are not what they seem. The second verse describes the person as a devil or wolf in sheep's clothing, indicating that they are not trustworthy. The choruses repeat the idea that falling down and losing friends is a result of not trusting, emphasizing the importance of trust in relationships.
The song seems to suggest that trust is essential to maintaining healthy relationships, whether it be platonic, romantic, or otherwise. Without it, people may feel isolated and alone, as the lyrics suggest that falling down can make you feel like no one remembers your name. The chorus also seems to point out that distrust and losing friends is a "sad story again," implying that the cycle of broken relationships continues when trust is not present.
Overall, the song has a melancholic tone, tinged with a sense of frustration and longing for trust. It highlights the importance of communication and honesty in relationships, and the consequences of not having those qualities.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you got your head in a scream
You're overwhelmed and struggling to deal with what's in front of you
And I'm, I’m trying to get your attention
I'm trying to reach out and help you through what you're going through
You appear as a child, put your heart on your sleeve
You come across as vulnerable and honest, wearing your emotions on your sleeve
But you’re acting exactly as you do in my dreams
Your behavior matches what I've seen in my dreams, indicating that I might be the key to helping you
I said you, you are not what you seam
I'm realizing that there's more to you than meets the eye, and that things aren't as simple as they seem
And you’re finding out that
You're starting to see for yourself that
Falling down can feel strange
Failing or experiencing a setback can be disorienting
No one remembers your name
When you're down, it can feel like everyone has forgotten about you
You’re losing the game
Things aren't going your way and you're struggling to keep up
That's the thing about trust
This is the frustrating reality of what it means to put your trust in someone or something
It’s always the same
This is a recurring pattern that happens every time
Sad story again
It's a disappointing, heartbreaking situation that's happened before
You lose all your friends
You realize that the people you thought you could count on aren't there for you after all
You got your head in a swing
Your emotions are swinging wildly - you're in a state of turmoil
And I, I'm trying to give you salvation
I'm trying to rescue you from this state of turmoil and pain
You appear as a devil
Your behavior is hurtful, selfish, or harmful to others
Like a wolf in the woods
You're cunning and dangerous, and others are right to be cautious around you
But you're acting exactly as we excepting you would
To some extent, your behavior is predictable given what we know about you
I said you, you read the words that I sing, as a shot to the face going
When you hear my message, it hits you hard like a punch to the face - it's impossible to ignore or dismiss
Don’t lie to me when the pressure's on, you gotta have trust
In difficult situations, it's essential to be truthful and trustworthy
Trust
Ultimately, this song is about the importance of trust - in oneself and in others - and the pain and disappointment that can come when trust is broken
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: TYLER GLENN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jake Barber
I love this song. This is my favorite Neon Trees song! I LOVE YOU NEON TREES!
Ted Mishler
It's got that Depeche Mode feel to it.
PreppyPunk
That’s what I always say, LOL
CaptLateNight
I love this song! 💜
Maroon fivefourever
I love this song so much! Saw them perform this at a Maroon5 concert, they were opening...
eoineoineoinhi
Oh my God, okay. So I heard this song in a clothing store like, 2 years ago and I googled the lyrics but I got no results and for some reason I got the results this time I googled it but the word I was putting in was 'drugs' haha. So glad I found it though. :)
apocalyptichild
I THOUGHT IT WAS DRUGS FOR SO LONG TOO
Lexi
OH my GOSH. ME TOO! I BELIEVED IT SAID DRUGS FOR YEARS . One day I was singing it with my brother and he bursted out laughing saying 'ARE YOU SAYING' DRUGS'??? '
Mark Jonse
@eoineoineoinhi i work in a store where we play this song, and my co-worker and i had this debate on whether it was "drugs" or "trust"! you're not alone
Jessica Sgub
I'm glad you have found this. Love this track <3