Out Of Control
Phantom Blue Lyrics
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Outside my door
Seems like the world is burning
Out of control, don't cha know
First they try to teach me
To play their games
If I live by their rules I know I'd
Surely go insane
So we've got to find a way
Look deep in our minds
How can the world go on
Blind leading blind?
[Chorus]
Out of control
This can't go on these games we're playing
Out of control
What can be done?
This world is out of control
Systems failing
Breaking down in time
Looks like we're really not such
Clever minds, no not my kind
Feel it coming deep in the night
The life I'm living could fill me
Fill me with fright
The lyrics in Phantom Blue's song Out of Control describe the singer's observation of the chaos and disorder happening outside their doorstep. They see the world burning, seeming to be out of control, and as they try to learn the rules and games of society, the singer realizes how absurd and convoluted things are becoming. The culprit of this disorder is the world itself, and we need to search deep within ourselves to find a solution.
The singer suggests that we need to find a way to change the world and stop playing these games that only lead to more chaos. They see the systems failing, and people blindly following others without thinking for themselves, suggesting that we've become less intelligent and thoughtful as a species. Through these lyrics, the band expresses that the world is out of control and needs to be steered back in a positive direction, rather than continuing to spiral into disaster.
Line by Line Meaning
Out in the distance
The situation seems far away, but it still affects us.
Outside my door
The problem is present in our everyday lives.
Seems like the world is burning
The state of affairs is dire and urgent.
Out of control, don't cha know
Things are getting worse and unstoppable.
First they try to teach me
The system imposes its rules and values on me.
To play their games
I'm expected to conform and participate in their structures.
If I live by their rules I know I'd
Following their guidelines would drive me insane.
Surely go insane
It's impossible to fit in their rigid expectations and keep my sanity.
This world's to blame
The root of the issue is the state of the world and its institutions.
So we've got to find a way
It's up to us to solve the problem.
Look deep in our minds
The solution lies within us, our values, and our creativity.
How can the world go on
The situation is so dire that it threatens the continuation of life as we know it.
Blind leading blind?
The leaders and institutions that are supposed to guide us are clueless and ineffective.
Out of control
Things are spiraling out of hand and it's unsustainable.
This can't go on these games we're playing
The time for pretending and inaction is over.
What can be done?
We need to come up with solutions and work together to implement them.
This world is out of control
The current state of the world is chaotic and unmanageable.
Systems failing
The institutions and structures that hold society together are collapsing.
Breaking down in time
The situation is getting worse despite the passage of time.
Looks like we're really not such
We are not as intelligent and resourceful as we thought.
Clever minds, no not my kind
The kind of intelligence and creativity that is needed to solve this problem is different from the mainstream one.
Feel it coming deep in the night
The sense of impending doom is strong and pervasive.
The life I'm living could fill me
The reality of our existence is bleak and depressing.
Fill me with fright
The prospect of the future is daunting and scary.
Contributed by Nathaniel W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sue truett
this song is awesome too. I miss hearing the songs they would of come up with. RIP Michelle, you are truly missed.
Inês Magalhães
Amo!
calvin3464
This song is awesome.
TheWatcherofsky
In this amazing song highlight the powerful riffs and the impressive solo of the disappeared and one of the best female rock guitarists of all
times Michelle Meldrum.
PlacidDragon
Nicole Couch wasn't exactly a slouch either (she also wrote the song, as she did most of Phantom Blues debut album).
Judas Iscariot
Back when I was growing up and this was coming out, it wasn't too cool to say you liked bands like this and Warlock and Vixen, etc. An all woman band? Novelty act? (never!) But once a couple of people gave it a chance, they admitted these women were carrying on the spirit of metal even as other bands were falling apart & the media and false fans started giving up on metal. So stoked these songs are on youtube for people to find. (you know, since there's no such thing as record stores anymore.)
Ains Ooal Gown
Best band ever
Lejla Tiric
Yess!!
dexm2010
Awesome!
Da Vinci - Guitar MUSIC
love it! all chicks in heavy! great times of shred!