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Control
One 4 One Lyrics
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The lyrics of One 4 One's song Control reflect a sense of losing control and emotional instability. The singer talks about a feeling in their heart that cannot be changed, despite the attempts of others to take it away from them. The singer acknowledges that at times they lose their rationality, and that there is a force that keeps them in control, but that this force can also leave them feeling unstable and ready to explode.
The singer then speaks of finally losing control, which marks the beginning of a new story. They describe how they have been hurt for the last time, and that the pain they once caused others has now become their own. The song ends with reflection on the sometimes inexplicable reasons that keep us going and make life interesting, even in the face of losing control.
Overall, Control is a powerful song that explores the vulnerability of the human condition and the struggle to maintain control over one's emotions and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it can't be changed something I feel in my heart.
I have a strong conviction in my heart, which cannot be altered.
Although you tried to rip it out of me from the very start.
From the beginning, you have attempted to take away my conviction.
Sometimes I loose my rationality, not even from a whim.
Occasionally, I lose my logical reasoning, without any apparent trigger.
The force that keeps me in control.
An internal strength that helps me remain in command of myself.
It kicks me leaving me unstable.
This force sometimes overwhelms me and leaves me feeling unsupported.
I'm ready to explode.
I feel as though I am about to lose control and erupt in anger or frustration.
Just hit the switch and I'll surely go.
All it takes is one spark to ignite my unstable state and cause me to lose control completely.
I realize I finally lost control.
I have come to the realization that I can no longer effectively manage my emotions.
It's the beginning and the story gets told.
This realization signals the start of a new journey, with a story yet to unfold.
I got fucked for the very last time.
I have had enough of being treated badly or manipulated by others.
All the pain that you felt was mine.
The pain you inflicted on me has now become my own, both emotionally and physically.
It's funny how we loose out train of thought over silly emotion, the reason why we fought.
It's ironic how easily we can lose sight of our own logic and reasoning in the face of strong emotions, which often leads to conflict and fights.
Although I can't explain the unexplainable, that keeps me going, and gives my life an interesting twist.
Despite the fact that I cannot comprehend the unknown force that motivates me to keep going, it adds a unique and intriguing element to my life.
I lost control
The central theme of the song, highlighting the struggle to maintain control over one's emotions and reactions.
Contributed by Jacob E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.