Living in a Box
Living in a Box Lyrics


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Woke up this mornin'
Closed in on both sides
Nothin' doin'
I feel resistance

As I open my eyes
Someone's foolin'
I found a way to break through this cellophane bag
'Cause I know what's goin' on
In your mind

I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box

Life goes in circles
Around and around
Circulating
I sometimes wonder

What's movin' underground
I'm escaping
I found a way to break through this cellophane bag
'Cause I know what's goin' on
In my mind

I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box

Livin'
Ahh ha
I found a way to break through this cellophane bag
'Cause I know what's goin' on
In your mind

I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box

I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box

I'm a livin' I'm a livin'....I'm a livin'
I'm a livin', I'm a livin'....I'm a livin'




I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a box...

Overall Meaning

Living in a Box's hit song, "Living in a Box" is a reflective piece that describes the feeling of being trapped, both emotionally and physically. The lyrics convey the sense of despondency and confinement of the singer, who opens his eyes to find himself closed in on both sides with no hope of leaving. He feels resistance and someone's fooling him, further adding to his sense of helplessness in this situation.


The chorus "I'm a living in a box, living in a cardboard box" is a repetition that emphasizes the idea of being confined within a limited space, feeling trapped and unable to move forward. The second verse describes the circular nature of life, suggesting that we all go through the same motions, living in a world where everything is predictable. However, the singer has found a way to break free from this cycle, both emotionally and physically. It's a reflection of the human struggle to break free from the monotony of life and to find meaning in it.


Overall, the song can be seen as a reflection of the human struggle to break free from confinement and monotony, and find meaning in life. It conveys the feeling of being trapped in a life without purpose, and the need to break free from this rut.


Line by Line Meaning

Woke up this mornin'
I woke up today


Closed in on both sides
I feel trapped and confined


Nothin' doin'
There is nothing to do


I feel resistance
I encounter obstacles and difficulties


As I open my eyes
I gain awareness of my surroundings


Someone's foolin'
Someone is trying to deceive me


I found a way to break through this cellophane bag
I have discovered a way to overcome my struggles


'Cause I know what's goin' on
Because I understand the situation


In your mind
You are experiencing the same struggles


Life goes in circles
Life can feel repetitive


Around and around
Continuously repeating


Circulating
Moving in a circular pattern


I sometimes wonder
I occasionally contemplate


What's movin' underground
What is happening beneath the surface


I'm escaping
I am breaking free from confinement


Livin'
Living my life


Ahh ha
An expression of realization or discovery


I'm a livin' in a box
I feel trapped and confined


I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I am metaphorically trapped




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: MARCUS VERE, STEVE PIGOTT

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@djpetenice

The ultimate 80's power move is when you had the band name, the single and the album all the same name.

@monique33469

Yep!

@jermainesimpson834

What's the year

@jermainesimpson834

I said that for someone to tell me

@monique33469

@@jermainesimpson8341980's decade. This song came out in 1987, I think.

@jermainesimpson834

@@monique33469 thank you that what I needed to know

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@1511alleycat

Probably the most 80's song there is, love it

@colingeddes2172

Certainly 1 of many. Brilliant song.

@samembaye7077

Listen to Sussudio then 😉

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