Leave It Like That
Motorpsycho Lyrics


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They all look the same when their dreams unfold
endless clutching at straws that will never hold
all the pain and the weight of the world-
there’s no way to look any other way

that rage I can understand
there’s no book of rules and no masterplan
just «facts» that will change overnight
and no way to look any other way

skin deep,potentially grand
left alone it will grow ‘till it’s outta hand-
outta sight and outta mind
there’s no way to look any other way

Leave it like that (x4)

don’t take my guilt on,that’s only mine to bear:
just do your thing,




cos you’re the only one that really cares
and leave it like that......

Overall Meaning

The song "Leave It Like That" by Motorpsycho is an observation on the human condition and the struggle to find meaning in a confusing world. The lyrics suggest that many people are lost, clutching at straws in their search for purpose, but ultimately finding that their efforts are futile. The weight of the world's problems is too great for any one person to bear alone, and this can lead to feelings of rage and frustration.


The "facts" that guide our lives are constantly changing, which makes it difficult to find a fixed point of reference. However, despite these challenges, there is a potential for greatness in everyone, if only they are given the opportunity to grow. The song suggests that we should accept things as they are, and leave them be, rather than trying to change them or take on other people's problems.


The chorus, "Leave it like that," is a mantra that reinforces this idea of acceptance and letting go. The singer urges the listener not to take on their guilt but to focus on doing their own thing and caring for themselves. The song is a reminder that we can't solve all the problems of the world, but we can take responsibility for our own lives and try to make the best of what we have.


Line by Line Meaning

They all look the same when their dreams unfold
People look similar when revealing their aspirations.


endless clutching at straws that will never hold
Despite lasting efforts, these aspirations cannot be reached.


all the pain and the weight of the world-
The problems and burdens of life.


there’s no way to look any other way
Nothing can be done to change or avoid these problems.


that rage I can understand
Frustrations and anger are relatable.


there’s no book of rules and no masterplan
The world has no set guidelines or predetermined fate.


just «facts» that will change overnight
The only constant in life is change.


and no way to look any other way
None of these factors can be avoided or reversed.


skin deep,potentially grand
Superficial aspects can have great potential.


left alone it will grow ‘till it’s outta hand-
If not tended to, potential can grow uncontrollably.


outta sight and outta mind
Ignoring problems won't make them disappear.


there’s no way to look any other way
Nothing can be done to change or avoid these problems.


Leave it like that (x4)
Let things be as they are.


don’t take my guilt on,that’s only mine to bear:
Don't feel responsible for my faults.


just do your thing,
Focus on yourself.


cos you’re the only one that really cares
You are the only one who truly has your own interests at heart.


and leave it like that......
Accept the current situation and don't try to change it.




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Denis Popov - Lo-Fi Traveler

Awesone heavy psych gem!!

The Beatles Archeology & Other Subjects

Thx for the upload. Top notch.

aurel

This kind of reminds me of "Nothing to say".

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