Circuits & Wires
Motion City Soundtrack Lyrics
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Conducting symphonies of heat exchange energies
Fueled by a nervous system thrust through the great unknown
A timid mess of frightened bones
I pledge to make the difference
I aim to take no stand
This bitter silence is the only play I have
In light of all their laughter, I'll take to keeping shy
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
Don't even think you know the reason
I know there's something wrong within my faulty brain
I lack the proper behavior
My temper-addled tongue can't seem to force it out
The words that linger inside me
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
Don't even think you know the reason
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
Don't even try to understand
I am all motors and gadgets
Organically designed to last a finite length of time
Locked in this rotary motion, the wheel spins round and round
I comprehend it all but still can't make a sound
I know there's something wrong within my faulty brain
I lack the proper behavior
My temper-addled tongue can't seem to force it out
The words that linger inside me
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
Don't even think you know the reason
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
Don't even try to understand
I am all circuits and wires
Conducting symphonies of heat exchange energies
My temper-addled tongue can't seem to force it out
The words that linger inside me
The lyrics to Motion City Soundtrack's "Circuits & Wires" are a representation of the internal struggle the singer is going through in trying to communicate their thoughts and feelings. They start by describing themselves as "all circuits and wires," implying that they function like a machine, conducting symphonies of energy. The nervous system is described as "thrust through the great unknown," highlighting the singer's uncertainty and fear while navigating through life. Despite their desire to make a difference, they are unable to take a stand due to their timid nature. They feel silenced by the laughter of others and have resolved to keep quiet, suggesting a lack of confidence and a fear of rejection.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Can't speak at all" multiple times, emphasizing the singer's difficulty in expressing themselves. They acknowledge that something is wrong with their "faulty brain," which prevents them from behaving appropriately and speaking their mind. They describe their tongue as "temper-addled," further emphasizing their frustration and the potential for anger that they are unable to express. The final verse repeats the themes from the first, describing the singer as "all motors and gadgets" and locked in a "rotary motion." This repetition reinforces the idea that the singer is stuck in this cycle of struggling to communicate and feeling trapped by their thoughts and emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I am all circuits and wires
I am a complex system of nerves and circuits, conducting heat exchange energies.
Conducting symphonies of heat exchange energies
The intricate system of nerves and circuits within me is responsible for regulating and conducting energy flow.
Fueled by a nervous system thrust through the great unknown
My actions are driven by the impulses sent by my nervous system as I navigate through the unknown.
A timid mess of frightened bones
I am anxious and insecure, unsure of myself and my abilities.
I pledge to make the difference
I am determined to make a change, to improve upon my current situation and make a positive impact in my life and the lives of others.
I aim to take no stand
I am hesitant to take a firm position on issues, preferring to remain neutral and avoid conflict.
This bitter silence is the only play I have
My only defense mechanism at times is to remain silent and avoid confrontation, even if it leads to bitterness and resentment.
In light of all their laughter, I'll take to keeping shy
I am intimidated by others and their laughter, and choose to remain quiet to avoid drawing attention to myself.
A resolution that I've finally had enough
I have reached a breaking point and am determined to make a change in my life.
Can't speak, can't speak, can't speak at all
I am unable to express myself verbally, even when I want to.
Don't even think you know the reason
Others may think they know why I am silent, but they do not truly understand what I am going through.
I know there's something wrong within my faulty brain
I understand that there is a problem within my brain that is preventing me from communicating effectively.
I lack the proper behavior
I struggle with appropriate social behavior and communication skills.
My temper-addled tongue can't seem to force it out
My emotions often get in the way of expressing myself verbally.
The words that linger inside me
There are thoughts and feelings within me that I cannot express verbally, no matter how hard I try.
I am all motors and gadgets
I am a complex machine, designed to perform specific tasks and functions.
Organically designed to last a finite length of time
My design is not infinite, and I will eventually break down and cease to function.
Locked in this rotary motion, the wheel spins round and round
I am stuck in a repetitive cycle, unable to break free and make meaningful change in my life.
I comprehend it all but still can't make a sound
I understand my situation and my emotions, but still struggle to express them verbally.
Contributed by Emma S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Trexy 5million
Every mcs song hits me deep man.. I can't get over the mirroring of my life
jared frost
I hear ya :)
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Oh my god, folks. Come on! Both Motion City Soundtrack and Fall Out Boy are marvelous bands, ok? Arguing is completely unnecessary.
sp1d3rgutz (ArogantAnarchist)
One of my favorite tracks of theirs.
pluto
As an autistic bipolar person with adhd this is real relateable. Good job lmao.
carlos verdugo
This is the "speedy" old MCS that I love, I just heard almost all the songs in the album. It's strange... I have the feeling that this album it's not gonna stick to my mind, but somewhere at the bottom, I know is impossible not to...
Frontier's Horizon
Nice beat, lyrics, and instrumentals.
justin hughes
great lyricist man. unbelievable. saw them live in Cleveland and had no idea what I had in front of me. they totally grew on me though.
nerdymusicfreak101
fallout boy and motion city soundtrack are two completely different bands. I love them both. Neither of them are copying the other, and just because one came first, doesn't mean that one is better than the other. There are some bands that formed year ago and are much better than bands from '96. And plus fall out boy is on break so I don't even know why they're relevant right now.
Siddhartha Waimenda
Really good track...