These Hands
Pageninetynine / Majority Rule Lyrics
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The lyrics of Pageninetynine / Majority Rule's song "These Hands" speak of a recurring trauma that the singer is experiencing, with every day adding to their pain. The singer is in need of someone to lean on and reassure them that they are not alone. They compare themselves to someone who has been through a similar experience and feels just as lost and disconnected from the world. The connection between touch and fear is highlighted, perhaps hinting at past abuse. The singer expresses a desire to erase these painful memories and feelings, blaming "bastards" who try to break down perfection and are too afraid to face their own faults. The singer then addresses their own hands and heart, emphasizing that despite their own pain and trauma, the person they are speaking to is still perfect.
Line by Line Meaning
It's happening again. everyday a little further.
I am going through the same struggles every day, and they seem to be getting worse as time goes on.
It's happening again. I need you to lean into me.
I need your support and comfort to get through this difficult time.
Let me know you are there. in the dark I must feel like him.
I need to feel your presence, especially when I feel vulnerable and alone like he does.
I do and it kills me. touch and fear are what he connects.
I understand how he feels, and it is emotionally painful to see him suffer due to his fear of touch.
The things I would do to erase all of them. BASTARDS! who see perfection and try to break it.
I wish I could make his fear and pain go away, and I am angry at those who would try to harm someone who is perfect just the way they are.
BASTARDS! who are too afraid to face themselves.
I am frustrated with those who project their own insecurities and fears onto others and refuse to confront their own issues.
These are my hands. this is my heart. and you are perfect.
I am the one who cares for you and loves you just the way you are, flaws and all. You are perfect in my eyes.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDDIE NOACK
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