Turtle
My Heart Is a Metronome Lyrics


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Someone said the world is balanced On some poor old turtle's shell Is there truth to this my friend?
Is there truth to this my friend?
Cuz' I want this to take me places Places I have never been Make it worth the wait of staying here Make it worth the time I've left behind
Is there more to this existence?
Are there that many ways to go?
Cuz' I don't even know where I am now No I don't even know where I am now See I'm not scared of getting answers I'm not scared of finding out I don't often cry But tonight I do
Is there more to this my friend?
Cuz' I am gonna give it all this time
And I'd give my eyes Just to find out If this is it Then it's alright
I don't think you'll ever find me I don't think I'm comin' home Cuz' I don't even know where I am from No, I don't even know where I am from So I'll be runnin' up all mountains Asking stars 'bout where to go I don't often cry But tonight I do
Is there more to this my friend?
Cuz' I am gonna give it all this time
And I'd give my eyes Just to find out If this is it Then it's alright
Take my eyes
Someone said the world is balanced On some poor old turtle's shell Is there more to this my friend Cuz' I am gonna give it all this time
And I'd give my eyes Just to find out If this is it Then it's alright




Someone said the world is balanced On some poor old turtle's shell Is there truth to this my friend Is there truth to this?
Cuz' I want this to take me places Places I have never been Make it worth the wait of staying here Make it worth the time I've left behind

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of “Turtle” by My Heart is a Metronome explore themes of existentialism, uncertainty, and the desire for exploration. The song begins with the idea that the world is balanced on a turtle's shell, which begs the question of whether there is any truth to existence. The singer expresses a desire to experience new things and go to places they have never been before. They want to give their all to the pursuit of truth and meaning in life, even if it means sacrificing everything they have left behind.


The singer questions their own existence, wondering if there are multiple paths to take or if there is only one. They express that they do not know where they are, but they are not afraid to discover the answers. The line “I’d give my eyes just to find out” speaks to the depth of the singer's desire for clarity and understanding.


The repeated lines of “Is there more to this my friend?” and “Make it worth the wait of staying here” express the singer's uncertainty and their hope that there is something more to life. They use the metaphor of a turtle on a shell to represent the fragility of the world and the balance between existence and non-existence.


Line by Line Meaning

Someone said the world is balanced On some poor old turtle's shell
Is there a deeper meaning to the world we live in? A theory claims that the world is like a turtle carrying everything on its back, and this raises the question of whether it's true or just another myth.


Is there truth to this my friend?
The singer is asking whether the theory is true or just a fanciful legend.


Cuz' I want this to take me places Places I have never been Make it worth the wait of staying here Make it worth the time I've left behind
The singer desires to explore the unknown and hopes that this theory will open up new horizons and prove to be worth the time and effort.


Is there more to this existence? Are there that many ways to go?
The artist is curious about the vast possibilities and different directions one can take in life, beyond what the theory suggests.


Cuz' I don't even know where I am now No I don't even know where I am now
The artist is lost and unsure of their current place in life, adding to the sense of confusion and searching for meaning.


See I'm not scared of getting answers I'm not scared of finding out I don't often cry But tonight I do
The singer is not afraid of seeking answers and finding out the truth, but acknowledges the emotional impact this process can bring, leading to tears.


And I'd give my eyes Just to find out If this is it Then it's alright
The singer is willing to sacrifice everything, including their sight, just to find out if the theory holds true, as it would bring a sense of clarity and fulfillment.


I don't think you'll ever find me I don't think I'm comin' home Cuz' I don't even know where I am from No, I don't even know where I am from
The artist feels so lost and disconnected that they don't believe anyone can locate them, nor do they feel a connection to their origin or past life to provide them with a sense of belonging.


So I'll be runnin' up all mountains Asking stars 'bout where to go I don't often cry But tonight I do
The artist is willing to go to great lengths, even seeking advice from the stars, to find direction and purpose, despite the emotional vulnerability it brings.


Take my eyes
The artist is willing to give up their sight to find the answers they seek, emphasizing the extent of their desire for clarity and understanding.


Is there more to this my friend? Cuz' I am gonna give it all this time
The singer reiterates their curiosity and determination to explore every avenue possible and find out the truth, no matter what it takes.


And I'd give my eyes Just to find out If this is it Then it's alright
The artist seeks the truth above all else, placing value on knowing the reality of the world and their existence, even if it means giving up something as precious as their eyesight.




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Rafael Mendes

the best band ever! saved my life from the depression

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