One Love
Matty Lyrics

It starts in the corner
The journey or experience began in a place of obscurity, at the intersection of opposite concepts.

Where the dark meets the light
The point where the obscure details of one's life intersect with the brighter aspects.

And your thoughts meet your mind
The moment when one's internal and external self intersect, leading to clarity of thought.

Something's right for the first time
Experiencing clarity and a sense of perfection.

So I grabbed a gun
Using a metaphorical weapon to face the unknown.

Metaphorically speaking
Clarifying that the previous statement was not intended literally.

I don't condone violence for one
Indicating a preference for peaceful resolution of issues.

And I wouldn't know where to get one
Acknowledging a lack of experience with violence or weaponry.

But do you hear horses?
Asking if anyone else hears the same thing and questioning the reality of the situation.

I swear to god I hear horses
Stating the belief that something unusual or supernatural is occurring.

But who would believe that guy who
Reflecting on the potential disbelief of others in the story being told.

Only speaks when he's spoken to?
Referencing a quiet, introverted personality that may not be taken seriously or listened to often.

So I'll slip away
Choosing to leave the situation or group of people to explore what's happening alone.

To the woods left discharged and disarmed
Heading to a secluded location that is unprotected and free of weaponry.

And probably nude
Unafraid of being exposed or vulnerable in this moment.

You could join me if you'd like to
An invitation to others to come along on the journey provided they are willing to be open and vulnerable.

As I derobe my blanket shell
Removing the layers of protection or comfort that one has relied upon.

Greet the cavalry with a cabernet
Opening up to new experiences and people, even if they may seem overwhelming or intimidating.

Long lost lonely
Recognizing a deep sense of isolation and loneliness that has been present for a long time.

What do you have to say?
Asking others to share their thoughts and feelings as well.

If you get sick of me I'd be sick all my life
Fearful of being abandoned or rejected by others, leading to a lifetime of illness.

So I lead the pack with a hot butter knife
Taking charge of the situation with a makeshift tool, indicating resourcefulness and bravery.

And it's true
Asserting the authenticity and truthfulness of the following statement.

I did this all for you
Acting or behaving in a certain way in order to impress or win the favor of someone else.

I'd offer you a line of the stars or my scars
Desiring to share or give something deeply personal to another person, such as emotional pain or profound experiences.

But I'm often more concerned of where my cigarettes are
Being distracted or preoccupied with mundane or unimportant things instead of focusing on what really matters.

It's nothing new
Indicating that the behavior or mindset being discussed is not unusual or unique.

To keep this all from you
Choosing to hide or conceal parts of oneself from those around them.

With seconds to go and nothing to hold
Being faced with a difficult situation with limited time or resources available to solve the problem.

Just steady hands and feeling bold
Using confidence and courage to navigate the situation, despite the odds being against them.

Long lost lonely
Referencing the solitude and isolation that has been present for some time now.

Keeps me feeling so old
Feeling emotionally or physically worn down as a result of the struggle with loneliness.

And I have grown accustomed to
Becoming familiar and even comfortable with a certain aspect of one's life, even if it's negative or unhealthy.

The outcome of impending doom
Anticipating negative or disastrous consequences as a result of the current situation.

I have learned to love the layout
Finding beauty or solace in one's surroundings, even if it's not perfect or ideal.

Of your bedroom
Specifically, finding peace or happiness in the space where another individual resides.

Because I know
Explaining the reason behind an action or thought process.

You kept it from me
Feeling betrayed or hurt by someone else's actions or withholding of information.

Like those in control that keep you asleep
Drawing a comparison between a person who conceals important details and someone who wants to keep others uninformed or ignorant.

And so I stole that time owed to me
Taking back or claiming something that was deserved or should have been given in the first place.

And I know
Affirming one's certainty about a certain concept or idea.

You've been counting on me
Acknowledging the expectations others have of oneself to fulfill certain roles or tasks.

Just a little bit maybe more than lately
Sensing an increased need or sense of importance placed upon oneself by others recently.

If it wasn't for you I'd have nothing to lose
Feeling grateful for the role others play in one's life and the motivation they provide to succeed or strive for something better.