Escape
Metallica (Los Angeles CA USA) Lyrics
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I know I'm my best friend
No one cares, but I'm so much stronger
I'll fight until the end
To escape from the true false world
Undamaged destiny
Can't get caught in the endless circle
Ring of stupidity
Out for my own, out to be free
One with my mind, they just can't see
No need to hear things that they say
Life is for my own to live my own way
Rape my mind and destroy my feelings
Don't tell me what to do
I don't care now, 'cause I'm on my side
And I can see through you
Feed my brain with your so called standards
Who says that I ain't right
Break away from your common fashion
See through your blurry sight
Out for my own, out to be free
One with my mind, they just can't see
No need to hear things that they say
Life is for my own to live my own way
See they try to bring the hammer down
No damn chains can hold me to the ground
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
Life is for my own to live my own way
The song "Escape" by Metallica is a powerful and empowering statement about individuality and self-determination. The lyrics speak to a sense of isolation and frustration with the expectations of society, and the desire to break free from the constraints that others try to place on us. The singer of the song is someone who feels no pain, but whose life is not easy. They are their own best friend, and they know that nobody else really cares about them. But they are also much stronger than others might realize, and they are willing to fight until the end to escape from the false world and the ring of stupidity that tries to hold them back.
The lyrics express a deep sense of defiance and rebellion, with the singer rebelling against the so-called standards that others try to impose on them. They don't want to be told what to do or how to live their life, and they are determined to live life on their own terms. They are out for their own and they are determined to be free, even if others can't understand or see their vision. The lyrics are a powerful reminder that life is for our own to live our own way, and that we should never let anyone else try to dictate our path.
Line by Line Meaning
Fell no pain, but my life ain't easy
I may not be physically hurting, but my life is still hard.
I know I'm my best friend
I rely on myself more than anyone else.
No one cares, but I'm so much stronger
Even if nobody supports me, I am still capable of being resilient.
I'll fight until the end
I won't give up or back down, no matter what.
To escape from the true false world
I want to break free from the fake and dishonest society we live in.
Undamaged destiny
My fate is not predetermined or set in stone.
Can't get caught in the endless circle
I refuse to be trapped in a repetitive and meaningless cycle of life.
Ring of stupidity
The foolish beliefs and actions of others are not something I want to be associated with.
Out for my own, out to be free
I prioritize my personal desires and need to be unrestrained.
One with my mind, they just can't see
Others cannot comprehend or understand my thoughts and feelings.
No need to hear things that they say
I am not interested in listening to the opinions or criticisms of others.
Life is for my own to live my own way
I am the only person who has the right to dictate how I live my life.
Rape my mind and destroy my feelings
I don't want others to manipulate or damage my psyche or emotions.
Don't tell me what to do
I don't need or want any outside interference or guidance.
I don't care now, 'cause I'm on my side
I am self-reliant and independent, and take care of myself first and foremost.
And I can see through you
I am able to recognize the true intentions and motivations of others.
Feed my brain with your so called standards
I will not succumb to the arbitrary expectations and rules set by society.
Who says that I ain't right
I trust in my own convictions and beliefs, regardless of what others may think or say.
Break away from your common fashion
I reject the conventional and widely-accepted norms and trends.
See through your blurry sight
I have a clear and unclouded perspective, unlike those who blindly follow the masses.
See they try to bring the hammer down
Others attempt to subdue or oppress me.
No damn chains can hold me to the ground
But I will not allow them to defeat or restrain me. I will remain steadfast and free in my thinking and actions.
Life is for my own to live my own way
This is my mantra and guiding principle, which will govern all of my choices and behaviors.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES ALAN HETFIELD, KIRK L. HAMMETT, LARS ULRICH
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