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Nothing Can Save Me
Moon Walker Lyrics
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There's a light
But they're both lost in the static
Of night
Where has the daylight gone?
I traded my spark for a fear of the dark
Now I curse my reflection
Cause nothing can fix this failure I am
Well, I knew it'd be hard
But I wish that I had a warning
That nothing I do would ever be good enough
Should I change my direction
And forget where I have been heading
When nothing can stop me from wasting my time
No, nothing can save me from myself
Once I could fill the wells of doubt with bigger walls of sound
Now I turn myself around and even inside out
But I don't know who I am
And I don't know what I want
I think I need a helping hand
Or maybe an exit plan
I wish that someone would listen
But maybe I've got nothing to say
Like smoke into the air
I'll quickly disappear
Fading into nothingness
As little fires pollute the earth
Oh, well
I've done all that I could do
If I wanted
A quiet life, a view of humble hills
I would still be on path
Or on a couple pills
But I know who I am
And I know where I stand
I'm just knocked down again
It happens now and then
I wish that someone would hear me
But maybe I'm just wasting my time
So, we're back at the start
Though it feels like an ending
Oh, time keeps moving
Whether you're ready or not
If the clocks could turn back, then I'd change everything
But life don't got sympathy or second tries
And nothing can save me from myself
The lyrics of "Nothing Can Save Me" by Moon Walker delve into a deep sense of personal struggle and self-doubt. The song begins with a mentioning of a star and a light, symbolizing hope and positivity, but they are lost in the static of the night, reflecting the overwhelming feeling of darkness and uncertainty. The question of where the daylight has gone highlights the longing for brightness and clarity in life.
The singer reveals that they have traded their spark, their passion and motivation, for a fear of the dark, representing a loss of confidence and a retreat from their true selves. They express frustration at their own reflection and laugh at their attempts, acknowledging their perceived failure. They believe that nothing can fix the current state of despair they find themselves in.
There is a feeling of resignation and regret, as the singer admits that they knew it would be challenging, but they wish they had received a warning that nothing they do would ever be considered good enough. The lyrics present a conflict between changing their direction and leaving behind where they have been heading, or continuing to waste time. They express a desire for someone to listen and understand their struggles, but also question whether they truly have something valuable to say.
The second verse portrays a sense of confusion and self-identity crisis. The singer admits to not knowing who they are or what they want, feeling the need for assistance or an exit plan from their current state. They mention disappearing like smoke into the air, implying a feeling of insignificance and a lack of purpose. The fires polluting the earth can be seen as metaphorical for the mistakes and regrets that the singer has made.
Despite the turmoil, the singer asserts that they do know who they are and where they stand. They have been knocked down repeatedly but continue to persevere through life's challenges. They wish for someone to hear and understand them, but acknowledge the possibility that they may be wasting their time.
The song concludes with a bittersweet realization that, although it feels like an ending, time keeps moving forward regardless of readiness or desire. The singer expresses a desire to change everything if possible, but recognizes that life does not offer sympathy or second chances. Ultimately, they believe that nothing can save them from themselves, portraying a sense of internal struggle and the difficulty of overcoming personal demons.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a star
There is a glimmer of hope or potential in my life
There's a light
There is a source of guidance or inspiration in my life
But they're both lost in the static
Unfortunately, these positive aspects are overwhelmed and obscured by the chaos and confusion
Of night
Representing a period of darkness or difficulty in my life
Where has the daylight gone?
I feel lost and disconnected from positivity and clarity in my life
I traded my spark for a fear of the dark
I sacrificed my passion or motivation for a deep-seated fear or insecurity
Now I curse my reflection
I resent and blame myself for the choices and mistakes I've made
And laugh at my tries
I find it ironic and absurd how hard I've tried to overcome my challenges
Cause nothing can fix this failure I am
I believe that no solution or remedy can rectify the fact that I perceive myself as a failure
Well, I knew it'd be hard
I anticipated that my journey or struggle would be difficult
But I wish that I had a warning
I desire that someone had alerted me to the harsh realities and obstacles I would face
That nothing I do would ever be good enough
I feel a constant sense of inadequacy, no matter my efforts or accomplishments
Should I change my direction
Perhaps I should alter my course or approach in life
And forget where I have been heading
Maybe it's best to let go of my previous goals and aspirations
When nothing can stop me from wasting my time
I feel trapped and unable to escape the cycle of unproductive or meaningless pursuits
No, nothing can save me from myself
Ultimately, I am solely responsible for my own struggles and cannot rely on external forces to rescue me
Once I could fill the wells of doubt with bigger walls of sound
There was a time when I could drown out my uncertainties and insecurities with louder and more impressive achievements
Now I turn myself around and even inside out
I am attempting to change and transform every aspect of myself, both internally and externally
But I don't know who I am
I am experiencing a deep sense of identity confusion or loss
And I don't know what I want
I am uncertain about my desires and life goals
I think I need a helping hand
I believe that I require assistance or support
Or maybe an exit plan
Alternatively, I may need a way to escape or end my current situation
I wish that someone would listen
I desire for someone to genuinely hear and understand me
But maybe I've got nothing to say
I question whether my thoughts or feelings are truly valuable or worth expressing
Like smoke into the air
Similar to how smoke disperses and disappears
I'll quickly disappear
I will fade away or vanish swiftly
Fading into nothingness
Slowly blending into a state of nonexistence or insignificance
As little fires pollute the earth
While insignificant concerns or distractions continue to harm and overshadow the world
Oh, well
Expressing resignation or acceptance of the situation
I've done all that I could do
I have exerted all possible effort or attempts
If I wanted a quiet life, a view of humble hills
If I desired a peaceful existence and a simplistic perspective
I would still be on path
I would have stayed on a safe and predictable trajectory
Or on a couple pills
Alternatively, I could have relied on medication or substances to numb my emotions
But I know who I am
Despite the confusion, I have a sense of self-identity
And I know where I stand
I have a clear understanding of my beliefs and values
I'm just knocked down again
Regardless, I have been figuratively defeated or undermined once more
It happens now and then
Experiencing setbacks and disappointments is a common occurrence
I wish that someone would hear me
I yearn for someone to truly listen and comprehend my inner thoughts and struggles
But maybe I'm just wasting my time
However, I consider the possibility that my plea for understanding is futile
So, we're back at the start
Returning to the initial point or situation
Though it feels like an ending
Despite the sense of closure or finality
Oh, time keeps moving
Emphasizing the unstoppable nature of time
Whether you're ready or not
Time continues to progress regardless of one's preparedness
If the clocks could turn back, then I'd change everything
Expressing a desire to alter past choices or actions if given the chance
But life don't got sympathy or second tries
Acknowledging that life does not provide compassion or opportunities for do-overs
And nothing can save me from myself
In the end, I bear the sole responsibility for my own well-being and happiness
Writer(s): Harrison Springer
Contributed by Logan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Wolf
I really adore how all your music seems like it would fit on an 80s classic rock/metal playlist and nobody would even realize.
Yuki nunya
Babe wake up, Moon Walker just dropped a new banger. How many times have I heard it? Yes. Did I cry due to the lyrics hitting hard? Yes.
adaad adddaad
They don't make em like this anymore.... well done moon walker
spicy_lemon_waves
This album needs to be on cassette because I need to blast it out of my dads old boombox
Wren X
don't you mean ... doombox?
Ana Welham
@Wren X hell yes
Kqueen
This has quickly become one of my favorite songs. It is perfection.
Alana Amaya
I’m sobbing and dancing and in love with this song 😭😭😭 Amazing I need this on vinyl, dvd, and a cassette it’s already in my playlist twice❤️😭
Legal Potato
it's frustrating how criminally underrated this song and the entire album is.
Renan Rodrigues
Todas as músicas dessa banda são incrivelmente boas