Let Go
Krum Bums Lyrics

The lyrics of Krum Bums's song Let Go are dealing with the theme of self-empowerment and liberation from a monotonous and oppressed life. The verse talks about the two choices that one can make in life: fight for yourself or give in and die. The line "take the job they give you and take it to the grave" implies the idea of being trapped in a permanently mundane and lifeless situation. It's a vicious cycle that destroys slowly, and eventually, the lives of many people. Despite being aware of the consequences of settling for mediocrity, people still prefer to do so because it's the "safer option." However, by continuously giving in, they lose their lives, and they end up being no different than dead people walking around in the world.

The pre-chorus invites the listener to let go of all that they have been taught and to let go of the idea that they can be bought. The chorus depicts a clear picture of what the singer wants the listener to do: fight for themselves and let go of anything that is oppressing them. Everything has been lost, including people and memories, and they are slowly fading away. The dreams that were once held dear were thrown away, and everything has become mundane. It is important to note that the line "we watch our lives pass us by on our silver screen" implies the idea of living vicariously through others, which ultimately leads to the destruction of oneself.