On The Wall
ME/MY TOOTHBRUSH Lyrics

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(I'm building walls, I build 'em tall)

Why can't it stay like it was before
Lovers and friends yeah but nothing more
You know I built a commitment wall
And it's not coming down, down, down, down (down)

Emotionally unavailable

I know that I can be difficult
And yeah, my love isn't typical
Oh, I'ma let you down, down, down, down (down)

So if I must confess
I can't give you my best
I tried and failed, oh, can't you see

I dunno how to let you love me
You wanna pull when I push you away
Wish I could learn to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way?

I'm building walls, I build 'em tall
But could you be the one to make me change?
I dunno how to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way?

Oh, I could sell you a fantasy
Sell it so good that we both believe
But that won't make it reality
Oh, I'll still let you down, down, down, down

So if I must confess
I can't give you my best
I tried and failed, oh, can't you see (can't you see)

I dunno how to let you love me (love me)
You wanna pull when I push you away (push you away)
Wish I could learn to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way

I'm building walls, I build 'em tall
But could you be the one to make me change?
I dunno how to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way?

I know I'm broke
And you just wanna try and fix me
But you know I choke
Whenever you get too close, baby, I'm building these walls

I dunno how to let you love me
You wanna pull when I push you away (push you away)
Wish I could learn to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way

I'm building walls, I build 'em tall
But could you be the one to make me change?

I dunno how to let you love me
Oh, am I always gonna be this way?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "On The Wall" by ME/MY TOOTHBRUSH implore the listener to fight against the fear and panic that is being stoked by those in power. The song talks about how the people in power will cut the legs of those who resist, take advantage of their silence and make plans to stay in control. The singer does not give in to the fear and urges others to fight against it, taking responsibility for their own lives. The lines "Don’t give a damn, Fight the feeling, who’s gonna save me now, you got no one else to blame" encapsulate the sentiment of the song.

The song continues to describe the situation where people are too afraid to stand up for themselves, where they cower in fear, and try to blend in with a common group of beliefs. The singer urges the listener to break free from this and be themselves, to stand out and not be afraid of the light. They talk about how statistics are used to instill fear and the truth is erased by the people who want to maintain their power. The singer urges the listener to take their shot and take everything they want from life.

Line by Line Meaning

Another panic wave is setting in motion, they’ll cut your legs and seize the upper hand
The situation is becoming chaotic and those in power are taking control by limiting your freedom and ability to resist.

They’ll feed the fear and take your silent devotion, and plan and plan and plan, but I Don’t give a damn
The authorities will use fear and propaganda to manipulate people, but the singer refuses to be swayed and won't comply with their plans.

Fight the feeling, who’s gonna save me now, you got no one else to blame
Despite feeling overwhelmed and alone, the singer urges himself to resist and not give in to despair or pass the blame onto others.

Truth is failing, you want a savior now, but it’s just more of the same
The truth is being distorted and people want someone to save them, but they will likely be disappointed by whoever they put their faith in.

I’m not ready, you’re not ready
Neither the artist nor their audience are fully prepared to face the impending challenges, but they must strive to adapt nonetheless.

Throw it against the wall, watch you stand half as tall as me, keeping your voices down I’m screaming to be free, (You’re not alive if you’re hiding beneath)
The singer urges others to take action, break out of their complacency and speak up for their beliefs, or else they will be dwarfed by those who do.

I’m gonna risk it all, I’m taking this one shot to be free, hiding your face from the light Cuz you’re too afraid to see, (I’m not a part of the common belief)
The singer is willing to take a huge risk to achieve their freedom, and accuses those who shy away from the light of being too afraid to truly see the world for what it is.

Let’s break it down, how bout a punch in the face? They’ll use statistics for fear, and the Truth they’ll just erase, don’t trust me?
The artist challenges the audience to face harsh realities and not be deceived by manipulations such as cherry-picking statistics to promote fear, and questions if they are willing to trust him to guide them.

Whether you like or not, this is the moment you got, take everything that you want This is your shot so take it
The artist insists that the present moment is the only opportunity people have to take control of their lives and get what they want, and encourages them to seize it with both hands.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Breanainn O Mathuna, Georgia Buchanan, Will Talbot

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