Suggestion
Orelia Has Orchestra Lyrics


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It just takes a second for my world to come crumbling down
Oh I'm sure in the distance you can hear that awful sound
Oh I plead for an answer, plead for an answer from you
But if you give me an answer, that just makes no sense then whats the use
And just like that my life is broken
I can barely breathe
And now I'm opened for suggestions
At the end of the day life's a lesson

So why cant he see it form my point of view
And how many seconds in the hours of a day did we lose
Was it me or his feelings, me or his feelings that day
'Cause I just stood there in silence watched while my world blew away
And just like that my life is broken
I can barely breathe
And now I'm opened for suggestions
At the end of the day life's a lesson
My life's a lesson

Hollow, Hollow
Feelings in the air that I breathe that come over me
Now I'm open
Oh yes I'm open
For suggestions
Life's a lesson
Now I'm free cause life's a lesson

Oh why cant I see it from his point of view
And how many seconds in the hours will I make him lose




Oh he said it was him or the answer,it was him or the answer that day
Well I cant keep shouting answer, so what was the use anyway.

Overall Meaning

In the song Suggestions by Orelia Has Orchestra, the lyrics depict a narrator who is struggling with a sudden and painful realization that their world has come crashing down. The singer speaks directly to an unnamed person, whom they plead with for answers to make sense of the situation. However, the singer understands that sometimes the answers given may not make sense or bring relief, leaving them in a state of brokenness and struggling to breathe. The singer appears to be seeking validation and empathy, even as they acknowledge the unpredictable nature of life.


The lyrics of this song provide a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and relationships, and how they can unravel in unexpected ways. The experience described in Suggestions is one of pain, loss, and confusion, but also one of hope and openness to new possibilities. The singer's willingness to be receptive to suggestions and to learn from life's lessons conveys a sense of resilience and strength, even in the midst of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

It just takes a second for my world to come crumbling down
My life is so fragile that it can fall apart in just an instant.


Oh I'm sure in the distance you can hear that awful sound
I'm so upset that I think others can hear my heartache, even from far away.


Oh I plead for an answer, plead for an answer from you
I desperately seek an explanation or resolution to my current situation.


But if you give me an answer, that just makes no sense then whats the use
I don't want an answer that is illogical or unsatisfying, it would be pointless.


And just like that my life is broken
My life has been shattered in an instant.


I can barely breathe
I am struggling to cope with the overwhelming emotions I am feeling.


And now I'm opened for suggestions
I am receptive to any advice or guidance that can help me move forward.


At the end of the day life's a lesson
I believe that every experience in life is an opportunity to learn and grow.


So why cant he see it form my point of view
I feel misunderstood and wish that the other person could understand my perspective.


And how many seconds in the hours of a day did we lose
I am reflecting on the amount of time that has passed and the moments that can never be regained.


Was it me or his feelings, me or his feelings that day
I am unsure if I was responsible for the situation or if it was due to the other person's emotions.


'Cause I just stood there in silence watched while my world blew away
I was powerless to prevent the situation from spiraling out of control and felt helpless.


Hollow, Hollow
I feel empty and lost in my emotions.


Feelings in the air that I breathe that come over me
I am overwhelmed by my emotions, feeling suffocated by them.


Now I'm open
I am receptive to any new experiences that may come my way.


Oh yes I'm open
I am excited to explore new possibilities.


For suggestions
I am seeking advice or guidance on how to proceed in life.


Now I'm free cause life's a lesson
I am free to move on and grow because every experience is an opportunity for learning.


Oh why cant I see it from his point of view
I wish I could understand the other person's perspective just as they could understand mine.


And how many seconds in the hours will I make him lose
I am considering how my actions and emotions may affect the other person's life.


Oh he said it was him or the answer,it was him or the answer that day
The other person presented a difficult choice that day and I am still grappling with the decision.


Well I cant keep shouting answer, so what was the use anyway.
I am tired of searching for answers and feel that it has become pointless to continue doing so.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daron Malakian, Shavo Odajian, John Dolmayan, Serj Tankian

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