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Block Out The World
Maxeen Lyrics
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I'll shut my eyes in hopes it disappears
Jammin' ideas down my throat
So I swallow the belief that we're on
Some secret roads
So I block out the world
With headphones on
Block out the world
With headphones on
It's my only escape
I'm losing you in trust but I can't help but feel
That what you say is not, it's not what's real
I wanna feel the case but the facts aren't straight
And if I think you're guilty, I won't participate
So I'll block out the world
With headphones on
It's the only thing I can do when I don't wanna talk to no one
Block out the world
With headphones on
It's my only escape
I'll block out the world
With headphones on
It's the only thing that works when I don't wanna talk to no one
Block out the world
With headphones on
'Cause I don't understand
Block out the radio
Block out the TV show
Block out these visions that trouble me so
I feel sick again
My blood is running thin
Digesting too much of your negative information
Digesting too much of your negative information
Block out the world!
Block out the world!
Block out the world!
Block out the world
With headphones on
It's the only thing I can do when I don't wanna talk to no one
Block out the world
With headphones on
It's my only escape
Block out the world
With headphones on
It's the only thing that works when I don't wanna talk to no one
Block out the world
With headphones on
'Cause I don't understand
And what would happen if we all stopped buyin'
And to the fear that the selling is weak
These losers scratch their heads in confusion
This is how the strong become the meek
Block out the world!
Block out the world!
Block out the world!
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The song "Block Out The World" by Maxeen is a commentary on the overwhelming amount of information that we are exposed to on a daily basis, and the frustration that comes with trying to navigate and process it all. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is feeling bombarded and disoriented by conflicting messages and ideas, and who finds solace in blocking out the noise with headphones on.
The opening lines of the song describe a "clash of information" in the singer's mind that they are hoping to escape by shutting their eyes and shutting out the outside world. They describe the feeling of being force-fed ideas and beliefs that they don't necessarily agree with, but feel compelled to swallow nonetheless.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses a growing distrust of the people and sources around them. They feel like they are being lied to or misled, and can't seem to find a clear path forward. Their only refuge is to retreat further into their own internal world, blocking out the radio, TV, and all the other sources of outside information that are causing them distress.
Ultimately, the song is a testament to the power of self-preservation and the need for each of us to take care of our own mental well-being. It's a reminder that sometimes the best thing we can do when things feel overwhelming is to block out the noise and focus on our own thoughts and feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a clash of information between my ears
I am bombarded with conflicting ideas and opinions.
I'll shut my eyes in hopes it disappears
I will close myself off from reality and hope that the confusion goes away.
Jammin' ideas down my throat
I am being force-fed beliefs and opinions that I don't necessarily believe in.
So I swallow the belief that we're on
I am trying to accept the opinions that are being pushed on me.
Some secret roads
There are ideas and beliefs that are not widely accepted or understood.
So I block out the world
I am distancing myself from the confusion and chaos of reality.
With headphones on
I am using music as a way to escape.
It's the only thing I can do when I don't wanna talk to no one
I prefer to keep to myself and not engage in conversation with others.
I'm losing you in trust but I can't help but feel
I am losing faith in you, but I can't ignore my emotions.
That what you say is not, it's not what's real
I have doubts about what you are telling me.
I wanna feel the case but the facts aren't straight
I want to form an opinion based on evidence, but the facts are unclear.
And if I think you're guilty, I won't participate
If I suspect you of wrongdoing, I will distance myself from you.
Block out the radio
I am turning off sources of external information and influence.
Block out the TV show
I am avoiding mainstream media and popular culture.
Block out these visions that trouble me so
I am trying to ignore thoughts and ideas that bother me.
I feel sick again
I am overwhelmed and anxious.
My blood is running thin
I am emotionally drained.
Digesting too much of your negative information
I am absorbing too many negative ideas and opinions from others.
Block out the world!
I am determined to distance myself from the chaos and confusion of reality.
And what would happen if we all stopped buyin'
What if we all stopped buying into popular beliefs and opinions?
And to the fear that the selling is weak
What if we realized that those who push their opinions on us are afraid of their ideas being weak and unconvincing?
These losers scratch their heads in confusion
Those who rely on manipulating others through beliefs and opinions will be unsure of what to do if everyone stops listening to them.
This is how the strong become the meek
When we stop blindly following others, we become stronger and more independent thinkers.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAY MICHAEL SKOWRONEK, SHANNON MCMURRAY, THOMAS ROBERT BAILEY
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