What Went Wrong
One 4 One Lyrics


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Just cause they can't talk you kill just cause they can't speak you kill just cause they have meat you kill I'm gonna set them free I will set them free. Trust is lost fuck the cost time won't tell time won't tell. And why has this been dragged out for so long cause I'm trying to figure out what went wrong to make people see what i see because so many suffer due to our stupidity




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to One 4 One's song "What Went Wrong" convey the message of the cruelty towards animals and how it is often overlooked or justified. The first few lines touch upon the point that animals are killed needlessly just because they can't talk or speak to defend themselves. It highlights the absurdity of killing animals for the sake of their meat when there are alternative sources of food available. The vocalist makes it clear that their intention is to set them free, indicating that they believe in the rights of animals and their right to live without being exploited.


The next few lines express a sense of despair and hopelessness that creeps in when people fail to understand the importance of being compassionate towards all living beings. Trust is lost, and the cost of such ignorance is immeasurable. The phrase "time won't tell" indicates that time is running out, and unless we take the necessary steps, it will be too late to rectify our wrongdoings.


The song's lyrics often revolve around the central theme of animal rights and the need for humanity to recognize the critical role animals play in the ecosystem. It reminds us that our actions can have far-reaching consequences and that we need to be mindful of our actions. In conclusion, "What Went Wrong" is a thought-provoking song that can compel us to question our attitude towards the treatment of animals.


Line by Line Meaning

Just cause they can't talk you kill
You harm and kill animals just because they can't communicate with you.


just cause they can't speak you kill
You harm and kill animals just because they can't articulate their feelings verbally.


just cause they have meat you kill
You harm and kill animals just because they have flesh that you can consume.


I'm gonna set them free I will set them free.
The singer is determined to free animals from captivity and harm.


Trust is lost fuck the cost time won't tell time won't tell.
The trust that animals had in humans has been destroyed and cannot be regained, no matter the cost. Time cannot heal this wound.


And why has this been dragged out for so long
The singer questions why animal cruelty has been allowed to continue for such a long time.


cause I'm trying to figure out what went wrong
The singer is attempting to understand how and why humans have become so careless and abusive towards animals.


to make people see what i see
The singer wants others to understand the severity of animal cruelty and its harmful effects.


because so many suffer due to our stupidity
The singer acknowledges that animal suffering is a result of human ignorance and lack of compassion.




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