Waste of Paint
Peace Lyrics


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This feels like your last chance
To ever make the leap
Or hold on here forever
Or dive into the sea.
It feels like your mother
Has gone to set you free
You're loving every minute
It's chemical, a pesticide, a cannonball
You're lost in time.

You're such an animal
A filthy, a filthy animal

You're electric honey, you blow my brain
Face to face, we're all the same
You and me we're a waste of a paint
You're electric honey, electric

Baby put your fists down
Throw away your sword
Never beg or bother
Cause underneath the door,
Pieces come together (something's in the way)
Slowly feeling better (die another day)
You've never been a quitter (everything's okay)
Living for whatever (it's the usual or)

You're such an animal
A filthy, a filthy animal

You're electric honey, you blow my brain
Face to face, we're all the same
You and me we're a waste of a paint
You're electric honey, electric

You're electric honey, you blow my brain
Face to face, we're all the same
You and me we're a waste of a paint
You're electric honey, electric





You're such an animal
A filthy, a filthy animal

Overall Meaning

The song "Waste of Paint" by Peace uses vivid imagery to depict a feeling of urgency and opportunity. The opening line, "This feels like your last chance to ever make the leap", suggests that there is something important at stake and time is running out. The following lines refer to the choice between holding on to the present or diving headfirst into the unknown. The line "You're loving every minute, it's chemical, a pesticide, a cannonball" suggests that the decision is thrilling and potentially dangerous. The chorus then repeats the metaphorical phrase "You're electric honey, you blow my brain", which can be interpreted as the overwhelming sensation of attraction and excitement that one experiences when taking a risk.


The second verse seems to address someone who is struggling with a personal crisis, with lines such as "Baby put your fists down, throw away your sword" and "Pieces come together, slowly feeling better". The message is one of reassurance, encouraging the listener to keep pushing forward and never give up. The final chorus reaffirms the connection between the two people being addressed, declaring that they are equals and both "a waste of paint", implying that they are both works of art in their own right.


Overall, the song seems to be about seizing opportunities, taking risks, and embracing life's uncertainties. It encourages the listener to let go of their fears and doubts, and to trust in their own strength and resilience.


Line by Line Meaning

This feels like your last chance
You feel like this is your final opportunity


To ever make the leap
To take the big risk, to make the big leap


Or hold on here forever
Otherwise, you'll be stuck here forever


Or dive into the sea.
Or take the plunge into the unknown


It feels like your mother
It feels like your mother figure


Has gone to set you free
Has left you to be free on your own


You're loving every minute
You're enjoying every moment


It's chemical, a pesticide, a cannonball
It's chemical in nature, like a pesticide or cannonball


You're lost in time.
You're completely absorbed and not keeping track of time


You're such an animal
You're acting primal and instinctual


A filthy, a filthy animal
You're a dirty animal


You're electric honey, you blow my brain
You're electric and excite my mind


Face to face, we're all the same
We're all equals when face-to-face


You and me we're a waste of a paint
You and I together are insignificant, not worth painting


Baby put your fists down
Stop fighting, calm down


Throw away your sword
Give up the fight, let go of the weapon


Never beg or bother
Don't plead or annoy others


Cause underneath the door,
Something is hidden or waiting, under the door


Pieces come together (something's in the way)
Things start to fall into place, but there's an obstacle


Slowly feeling better (die another day)
Feeling better with time, no need to rush or worry


You've never been a quitter (everything's okay)
You're not someone who gives up easily, and everything's alright


Living for whatever (it's the usual or)
Living just for the sake of it, whatever happens




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