Farewell to the Pressure Kids
Kevin Drew Lyrics
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they like to ask me
only the measures
will fall in along silence speaks
to the rhythm of
and the tongues made
who will save the lives
and fall in to arms of what always gives way
The lyrics to Kevin Drew's "Farewell to the Pressure Kids" speak to the themes of loneliness, confusion, and existential crisis. The "pressure kids" are those who demand answers and solutions to life's problems, but ultimately, the singer realizes that there are no easy answers. The opening lines, "the pressure kids / they like to ask me / only the measures / will fall in along silence speaks" describe the pressure to conform and the desire for easy answers, but the singer intimates that the most profound insights can come from silence rather than speech.
The next lines, "to the rhythm of / and the tongues made / who will save the lives / and fall in to arms of what always gives way" continue in this vein, suggesting that our lives move to a beat that we don't fully understand or control. The reference to "arms of what always gives way" implies that the things we rely on in life will eventually fail us - this could be interpreted as a reference to mortality, or to the fact that nothing in life is permanent. The final line, "the pressure kids" brings the song back around to the central concept of the pressure to conform and to find easy answers in a complex world.
Overall, this song can be seen as a meditation on the difficulty of finding meaning and purpose in a confusing and chaotic world. The pressure to conform and to find easy answers can be overwhelming, but the singer suggests that the most profound insights can come from silence and from embracing the uncertainty of life.
Line by Line Meaning
the pressure kids
Referring to those who feel the pressure of society and expect certain measures to be met.
they like to ask me
These individuals often come to me seeking answers or guidance regarding the pressures they feel.
only the measures
The only way to alleviate the pressure is to meet the societal expectations put in place.
will fall in along silence speaks
However, staying silent and not voicing your concerns can lead to a sense of loneliness and despair.
to the rhythm of
This anxiety and pressure exists in a constant rhythm that cannot be ignored.
and the tongues made
Even when we do speak up, our words may not be enough to change the pressures we face.
who will save the lives
The pressure can become so intense that it feels like our lives are on the line.
and fall in to arms of what always gives way
We may feel like we need to give in and conform to the pressure in order to find some sort of temporary relief.
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: Charles Spearin, Kevin Drew, Ohad Benchetrit
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