Waking Up
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Down where the air is thick as L.A. skies are blue
The water tried to break it down but it held through
It gave a little for the sake of staying true
We cut ties, we tell lies, we hate change
And we wanna claim where we feel
We take toes, we rake yours, yeah, we dig holes
We're waking up, we're waking up
And right on time, and right on time
We'll take these roads, we'll break them up
And right on time, and right on time
We got cause, we write laws, we won't pause
Don't you know we're wizards working in Oz?
We don't lose, we might bruise, yeah
But we'll rain fire on you till you're playing all your cards
We're waking up, we're waking up
And right on time, and right on time
We'll take these roads, we'll break them up
And right on time, and right on time
On time, right on time
Waking up, waking up, yeah
Ooh, oh, ooh
The lyrics to "Waking Up" by OneRepublic seem to touch on themes of growth, self-discovery, and overcoming obstacles. The singer mentions finding "verity" (truth) on Nolan's Avenue, which might suggest that they have been struggling with finding a sense of direction or purpose in their life. Despite this, they claim that they are waking up right on time and that they will take on any challenges that come their way.
The singer also acknowledges that human nature tends to resist change and cling to what is familiar, as demonstrated by the lines "We cut ties, we tell lies, we hate change / And we wanna claim where we feel." However, they also assert that they won't be held back by these tendencies and that they will pursue their goals relentlessly.
The chorus of the song seems to suggest that the singer is ready to take on whatever obstacles lie ahead, as they repeatedly declare that they are waking up right on time and that they will break down any barriers that stand in their way.
Overall, the lyrics to "Waking Up" seem to be a message of encouragement and empowerment, urging listeners to stay true to themselves and keep pushing forward, even when faced with adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I found verity on Nolan's Avenue
I found truth on a street named Nolan's Avenue
Down where the air is thick as L.A. skies are blue
I found truth in a place with thick air, like the skies in Los Angeles
The water tried to break it down but it held through
Despite resistance, the truth stayed strong
It gave a little for the sake of staying true
In order to remain true, the truth had to compromise a little
We cut ties, we tell lies, we hate change
We break connections, we deceive, and we fear change
And we wanna claim where we feel
And we want to possess the places where we feel comfortable
We take toes, we rake yours, yeah, we dig holes
We harm others, we attack, and we create trouble
And we're digging right in your fields
We are causing chaos and destruction in your world
We've got cause, we write laws, we won't pause
We have a reason, we make rules, and we don't stop
Don't you know we're wizards working in Oz?
Don't you know we have special talents like the wizards in the land of Oz?
We don't lose, we might bruise, yeah
We never give up, we may get hurt, but we keep going
But we'll rain fire on you till you're playing all your cards
We will fight fiercely against you until you reveal all of your secrets
We're waking up, we're waking up
We are realizing things and becoming more aware
And right on time, and right on time
Just at the moment we needed to
We'll take these roads, we'll break them up
We will take control of these paths and destroy them
On time, right on time
At the perfect moment
Waking up, waking up, yeah
Realizing the truth and becoming more aware
Ooh, oh, ooh
Non-lyrical vocalization
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