The Other Side
Metric Lyrics


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Ten tonnes may fall,
Down from the fallen sky
Onto the other side
My heart may break,
Don't look the other way
Don't look the other way

Oh, oh, oh

Fools may rise
All fall in their time
Burning with the forest fires
And all we want is to feel like all we got
Didn't cost us everything
Even if we never win

Oh oh oh

(Who am I on the other side?
You were mine on the other side)

Oh oh oh

(Who am I on the other side?
You were mine on the other side)

Free my mind,
On with the other loves
On with the other lives
And all I want is to feel like all I got
Didn't cost me everything
Even if I never win

Oh oh oh

(Who am I on the other side?
You were mine on the other side)

(You were mine on the other side
You were mine on the other side)

Oh oh oh

Who am I on the other side?
You were mine on the other side)

Oh oh oh

(Who am I on the other side?
You were mine on the other side)

Ten tonnes may fall,




Down from the fallen sky
Onto the other side

Overall Meaning

The song "The Other Side" by Metric is about change and moving forward, even if it means leaving things behind. The opening line "Ten tonnes may fall, down from the fallen sky, onto the other side" alludes to a significant change or event that is happening. The lyrics suggest that despite possible hardship or heartbreak, it's important not to look away and face what's happening head-on. The repeated line, "who am I on the other side, you were mine on the other side," emphasizes the idea of change and how it can shift relationships and identities.


The chorus emphasizes a desire to feel like everything "didn't cost us everything," suggesting that previous endeavors have taken a toll, and the singer wants to move forward without sacrificing everything. Despite the acknowledgment that they may never win, they still continue on. The final verse speaks of leaving behind previous loves and lives, highlighting the idea that change can be painful but necessary.


Overall, the song suggests that change is inevitable, and while it may be difficult to face, it's crucial to stay present and move forward for personal growth.


Line by Line Meaning

Ten tonnes may fall,
A tremendous amount of weight and pressure could come crashing down from above.


Down from the fallen sky
This immense weight would come from above, possibly signifying an external or uncontrollable force.


Onto the other side
This weight would land on a different plane, separate from the singer.


My heart may break,
The artist is expressing potential for intense emotional pain.


Don't look the other way
The artist implores the listener not to ignore their pain but to acknowledge and help them through it.


Fools may rise
People who make foolish mistakes or exhibit unwise behavior may still receive recognition at some point in their lives.


All fall in their time
In the end, everyone experiences moments of failure or disappointment in their lives, regardless of their successes or moments of recognition.


Burning with the forest fires
Metaphorically implies that the artist is experiencing hardship or turmoil in their life.


And all we want is to feel like all we got
The artist desires to feel satisfied with what they've accomplished, and not always feel like they need more.


Didn't cost us everything
The artist wishes to achieve their goals without sacrificing everything else in their life.


Even if we never win
The singer acknowledges that they may never be recognized or rewarded for their hard work, but still longs to feel fulfilled.


Free my mind,
The artist desires to let go of any negative thoughts or emotions that are holding them back and to embrace a more positive outlook.


On with the other loves
Moving on to other experiences, particularly romantic ones.


On with the other lives
Embracing different experiences and opportunities that life presents, particularly those outside of one's comfort zone.


Who am I on the other side?
The singer is contemplating their identity or sense of self in a different place or situation.


You were mine on the other side
An acknowledgment that the listener or another person was once a significant part of the artist's life, but they are now on a different path.




Lyrics © ST MUSIC LLC.
Written by: JIM GAVEN

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