Cancer
Nine Lashes Lyrics
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The clever cover costs to much to pay
Could I ever be the same, as it is?
So it's awlays been for you and I
Unchanging...
And if ever you can hear me
Take time, investigate the sounds.
Feel their meaning taking form, am I dreaming?
Where is here? I awaken to revision...
And you will never find another one like this
Another son to take away the the sin
He bled it all to save you from the cancer
The cancer
Now say what you will
And I feel the chances slipping far behind
And the world has left me here to die
Tonight I will take my stand
Where is here? And I awaken to revision
And you will never find another one like this
Another son to take away the the sin
He bled it all to save you from the cancer
The cancer
The cancer
Whoa-oh...
See me crawling back to you
Desperate for change
Recieve me crawling back to you
Take my hand could you please
Whoa-oh...
Whoa-oh...
Whoa-oh...
I'm letting go of everything
I see you clearly
The song "Cancer" by Nine Lashes appears to be about a person who is struggling with their past and trying to find redemption for their mistakes. The opening lines suggest that the person is trying to hide their true self behind a clever cover, but it is costing them too much to maintain. The lyrics then reference the concept of staying the same, or unchanging, which seems to be a theme throughout the song.
The chorus of the song is about finding salvation through Jesus Christ, referred to as "another son" who can take away sin. The lyrics suggest that this salvation is the only way to combat the metaphorical cancer that is plaguing the person.
The latter half of the song references a feeling of hopelessness and being left behind by the world. The person seems to be resigned to their fate, but then there is a shift in tone with the line "tonight I will take my stand." This suggests that the person has resolved to make a change and find redemption.
In the bridge and final lines of the song, the person appears to be asking for help and guidance from God, acknowledging that they are desperate for change and ready to let go of everything. The overall theme of the song seems to be one of struggle and redemption, with a message of hope in the face of negativity.
Line by Line Meaning
Indeed...
Absolutely...
The clever cover costs to much to pay
Hiding one's problems requires too much effort and energy.
Could I ever be the same, as it is?
Is it truly possible to maintain the current status quo?
So it's awlays been for you and I
Things have consistently remained the way they are for us.
Unchanging...
Static...
And if ever you can hear me
In the event that my message resonates with you...
Take time, investigate the sounds.
Take a moment to examine the emotions behind the words.
'cause your words are crashing through me
I'm emotionally overwhelmed by the things you're saying.
Feel their meaning taking form, am I dreaming?
Is this truly happening or is it just my imagination?
Where is here? I awaken to revision...
I'm unsure of my current location and my perception of reality is changing.
And you will never find another one like this
This situation is unique and cannot be replicated.
Another son to take away the the sin
Another savior who can absolve us of our wrongdoing.
He bled it all to save you from the cancer
Jesus sacrificed himself to save humanity from the metaphorical cancer that is sin.
The cancer
Sin is the cancer referenced in this song.
Now say what you will
Speak your mind and don't hold back.
And I feel the chances slipping far behind
I sense that opportunities are rapidly disappearing.
And the world has left me here to die
I feel abandoned and neglected by society.
Tonight I will take my stand
I will take decisive action tonight.
See me crawling back to you
I'm crawling on my hands and knees, begging for forgiveness or reconciliation.
Desperate for change
I'm in a state of desperation and need things to change quickly.
Recieve me crawling back to you
Please accept me with open arms as I beg for your help or forgiveness.
Take my hand could you please
Could you please offer me help or guidance as I navigate through life's difficulties?
I'm letting go of everything
I'm releasing my grip on my problems or past traumas.
I see you clearly
I have a newfound clarity and perspective on life.
Contributed by Zoe V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.