Voices
Personal War Lyrics
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they are calling from inside
Wanna whisper little secrets
that you try so hard to hide
Can't jump over your shadow,
an inner-distance keeps you back
The honest man inside still dreaming
and some pain starts streaming
eyes that 're staying blind see nothing
of ourselves the secrets of our lifes
Some angels from the past
reminding us of days that last
Times that made us what we are
Some future devils's hate
the cause for fear of our own fate
There is a bar preventing the unburdened way
An open book with empty sites mean nothing
eyes that 're staying blind see nothing
Of ourselves the secrets that we keep
Wanna close my eyes
drowning in an endless sleep
Glittering mouldy stains
turning into stars so deep
Faces, pale white skin drained of vital energy
Turn into the ones beloved in my memory
A simulated compromise means nothing
a speech with empty words is nothing
Nothing but a waste of our time
The lyrics of "Voices" by Personal War revolve around the idea of inner voices or conflicts that one experiences, which make them unable to move forward or come to terms with their past. The singer begins with asking if the listener can hear the voices calling from within, trying to reveal the secrets that they are trying to hide. The lyrics are an exploration of the inner turmoil that keeps one from being truly honest with themselves and others, and how the weight of past decisions and future uncertainties can be overwhelming. The chorus repeats the phrase "An open book with empty sites mean nothing, eyes that're staying blind see nothing" to emphasize that the truth lies in looking within oneself rather than in superficial appearances.
The second verse of the song brings up memories from the past, both good and bad, and how they shape the person that we are today. The lyrics talk about the influence of angels from the past, who remind us of joyful times, while the devils of the future cause fear of what lies ahead. These experiences, whether positive or negative, make us who we are, but the weight of these experiences can also prevent us from moving forward. The song’s final lines talk about how the act of pretending, whether a simulated compromise or a speech with empty words, is a waste of time.
The lyrics of "Voices" speak to the struggle that many people face, dealing with inner conflict and trying to find a way forward. The song emphasizes that looking within oneself and confronting those conflicts is the only way to move forward and find true peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you hear the voices
Do you recognize the inner voices that are speaking to you?
they are calling from inside
These voices are emanating from within yourself.
Wanna whisper little secrets
The voices are urging you to confess your secrets.
that you try so hard to hide
The secrets you keep are something you've worked hard to keep concealed.
Can't jump over your shadow,
You're unable to shake off these feelings of self-doubt and anxiety.
an inner-distance keeps you back
Your own fears and insecurities are causing you to hold yourself back.
The honest man inside still dreaming
There's a part of you deep down that still holds onto your dreams and desires.
and some pain starts streaming
Although you're trying to hide your emotions, you're starting to feel pain and sorrow.
An open book with empty sites mean nothing,
Just because something seems transparent, it doesn't mean it holds any value or meaning.
eyes that 're staying blind see nothing
Your blindness to the truth is preventing you from seeing things clearly.
of ourselves the secrets of our lifes
The secrets we keep about ourselves can shape our lives in significant ways.
Some angels from the past
There are elements of our past that we look back on fondly.
reminding us of days that last
The memories we cherish help us to remember important moments and events in our lives.
Times that made us what we are
Our past experiences have helped to shape our identities and personalities.
Some future devils's hate
There are future events that we fear and loathe.
the cause for fear of our own fate
Our anxieties about the future can be a source of perpetual fear and worry.
There is a bar preventing the unburdened way
There's a personal obstacle that's keeping us from moving forward and expressing ourselves freely.
Wanna close my eyes
The singer wants to block out everything and retreat into themselves.
drowning in an endless sleep
They want to escape their waking mind and be engulfed by a peaceful slumber.
Glittering mouldy stains
This describes something that seems attractive or appealing on the surface, but is actually corrupted and decayed.
turning into stars so deep
The things that are decaying and fading away become more beautiful and alluring in our minds as time passes by.
Faces, pale white skin drained of vital energy
A description of the emptiness and lifelessness that the artist sees in the people around them.
Turn into the ones beloved in my memory
The bleakness fades away, and the people who have passed on are seen as being beautiful and beloved by the singer.
A simulated compromise means nothing
A compromise that isn't genuine and only pays lip service to resolving an issue is meaningless.
a speech with empty words is nothing
Words that are uttered simply for the sake of being spoken aren't worth anything.
Nothing but a waste of our time
Hollow words and insincere compromises are a waste of everyone's time.
Contributed by Dylan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.