Save The World
Leah Lyrics


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Always searching for a sign, that the world is falling down
Ever ceasing to resign, when the forecast speaks of storms around

You're never gonna save the world (so give up the fight)
You're never gonna change the world (and I don't even mind)

You rejoice when the dark gets darker
Cause it means that you'll be gone before too long
You wanna leave this world in style
But what if we are here for a while?

You're never gonna save the world (so give up the fight)
You're never gonna change the world (and I don't even mind)
Don't polish brass on this sinking ship (so wipe off that grin)
It's all going to hell in a hand basket (even God can't win)

These self-fulfilling prophecies
A plague, a virus and disease

You're never gonna save the world (so give up the fight)
You're never gonna change the world (and I don't even mind)
Don't polish brass on this sinking ship (so wipe off that grin)
It's all going to hell in a hand basket (even God can't win)

You're never gonna save the world
You're never gonna change the world

Time to reach for higher ground
Time to take the time




Winds of change have blown me down
Conquering the line

Overall Meaning

The song "Save the World" by Leah is a reflection on the futility of trying to make a positive impact on the world. The lyrics describe a sense of resignation and defeat, as if the singer has given up on trying to change things for the better. The first verse begins with the singer expressing a constant search for some indication that the world is falling apart. Despite feeling overwhelmed by the negativity and turmoil surrounding them, they refuse to give up. However, the chorus bluntly states that any efforts to save or change the world are ultimately futile, as it is all going to hell in a handbasket. The lines "Don't polish brass on this sinking ship" and "even God can't win" suggest that even divine intervention cannot save us from our doomed fate.


The second verse takes a somewhat nihilistic turn, with the singer relishing the darkness and hoping for a swift exit from the world. However, the final lines of the song offer a glimmer of hope. The chorus is repeated, but with a slight alteration: instead of telling the listener to give up the fight, it urges them to reach for higher ground and take their time. The winds of change, though they may have knocked the singer down, are also an opportunity to rise up and conquer.


Overall, "Save the World" is a poignant commentary on the human condition. It captures the sense of hopelessness and despair that can often overshadow our attempts to enact change, but it also suggests that there is still a chance for us to make a difference if we are willing to persevere and adapt.


Line by Line Meaning

Always searching for a sign, that the world is falling down
Leah is constantly looking for evidence that the world is on a decline


Ever ceasing to resign, when the forecast speaks of storms around
Leah does not give up even when the future seems bleak


You're never gonna save the world (so give up the fight)
Leah believes that it is impossible to completely fix the problems in the world


You're never gonna change the world (and I don't even mind)
Leah accepts the fact that she cannot change the world and is okay with it


You rejoice when the dark gets darker
Leah enjoys the idea of a dark world because it means she will leave it soon


Cause it means that you'll be gone before too long
Leah believes that the darker the world gets, the closer she is to leaving it


You wanna leave this world in style
Leah desires to go out of the world in a memorable way


But what if we are here for a while?
Leah questions her motives to leave this world and wonders if she is here to stay


Don't polish brass on this sinking ship (so wipe off that grin)
Leah is saying don't waste your time and energy on something that is bound to fail


It's all going to hell in a hand basket (even God can't win)
Leah believes that the world is going to a dark place and that even the divine cannot prevent it


These self-fulfilling prophecies
Leah is referring to how people often create their fates


A plague, a virus and disease
Leah is listing natural calamities that threaten humanity


Time to reach for higher ground
Leah is saying it's time to aim for bigger and better goals


Time to take the time
Leah is advocating for taking time for introspection


Winds of change have blown me down
Leah was caught by surprise by changes in her life


Conquering the line
Leah is determined to overcome obstacles and succeed




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Marshall Dannon

Absolutely spectacular work! I just came across your music today and I'm an instant fan! LEAH!

Charles Wood

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Retro Sonya EDM

Simply amazing! These songs truly have soul!

Michael Head

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Melissa Decker

I just love the sound of her voice..And the music is so very soothing ):) ...

Gordon Carmichael

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as awesome and magical and unique as always dear LEAH

Jason Stallworth

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Alessio Convertino

When I listen your songs all the bad things around me go away

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