Warrior
Kimbra Lyrics

My hands are tired
I am physically tired and unable to do anything at the moment.

But my eyes are open
Despite my exhaustion, I am still alert and aware of my surroundings.

This modern denial
The tendency in today's society to ignore and refuse to acknowledge certain truths or problems.

Has me broken
This denial has caused me to feel shattered or defeated.

Nothing mystical
There is nothing unexplainable or supernatural about the situation or state of being.

No hullabaloo
There is no need for extravagance or fuss, as the issue at hand is not overly complex.

Just chemicals
The emotions and reactions experienced are simply a result of chemical processes in the body and brain.

And no one looking down on you
There is no higher power or judgmental figure supervising or judging your actions.

What am I thinking (if you're so sure it's rational)
I am reflecting on my own thoughts and questioning their rationality, especially in light of others' assertions.

While the world's shrinking (but that don't make it logical)
Although the world may seem to be contracting or closing in, this does not necessarily mean that this circumstance is logical or reasonable.

I feel like I'm sinking (you can't explain away the way I feel)
I am experiencing a sensation of drowning, with no explanation or justification available for this feeling.

You're just pushing me down, pushing me down, pushing me down
You are constantly thwarting my efforts and causing me to feel trapped or suppressed.

(They tell you 'trust your head, be like men' but never feel like you're good enough)
Society advises people to rely on reason and emotional detachment like men, but this often leads to feelings of inadequacy or not being good enough.

(They wanna take our light, make us fight, but never cry for the ones you love)
Those in power seek to extinguish our spirit and pit us against each other, without showing any emotion or concern for those we are fighting for.

(I'll be your warrior, your warrior)
I will stand with and fight for you, and be the support and protection you need.

You're taking over
Your influence or control is expanding, overshadowing my own autonomy or decision-making power.

And I'm feeling small
As your influence grows, I am experiencing a sense of insignificance or a loss of confidence and agency.

When I was a child
Referring to a time when I felt more confident and sure of myself and my abilities.

I knew it all
I was self-assured and believed that I understood everything there was to know.

Nothing magical
There is no supernatural or extraordinary element at play here.

No hologram behind the door
There is no hidden or deceptive motive behind the appearance or situation at hand.

Just a chain reaction
The series of events is simply a result of one action leading to another, without any intentional force behind them.

But I know I'm made for more!
Despite feeling overwhelmed or small, I am confident that I possess the potential for greater things and have the ability to overcome this situation.

(You wanna change the world, but your girls will be seen and not be heard)
Although you may have a desire to make a difference in the world, society relegates women to being quiet and submissive, with limited opportunities to express themselves or affect change.

(They wanna take our light, take our light, but never cry for the ones you love)
Those in power seek to diminish our spirit and snuff out our hope and possibility, while never showing any emotion or empathy for the ones we hold dear.

(They tell you, 'trust your head, trust your head')
Society urges individuals to prioritize logic and rationality above all else, often ignoring or devaluing the role of emotions.

(You wanna change the world, but your girls will be seen and not be heard)
Despite your aspirations for change, women's voices and opinions are often silenced or ignored in the process.

(They wanna take our light, make us fight, but never cry for the ones you love)
Those in power seek to dim our spirit, putting us against each other, while neglecting to express compassion or love for the individuals who matter most to us.

(They wanna take our light, make us fight, but never cry for the ones you love)
Those in power seek to dim our spirit, putting us against each other, while neglecting to express compassion or love for the individuals who matter most to us.

(They wanna take our light, make us fight, but never cry for the ones you love)
Those in power seek to dim our spirit, putting us against each other, while neglecting to express compassion or love for the individuals who matter most to us.