For What It's Worth
Placebo(百憂解) Lyrics
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I said my goodbyes
For what it's worth
I always aimed to please
But I nearly died
For what it's worth
Come on lay with me
For what it's worth
I tear the sun in three
To light up your eyes
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
Broke up the family
Everybody cried
For what it's worth
I have a slow disease
That sucked me dry
For what it's worth
Come on walk with me
Into the rising tide
For what it's worth
Filled a cavity
Your god shaped hole tonight
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
No one cares when you're out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you're down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
No one cares when you're out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you're down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
Got no friends got no lover
The opening lines introduce the idea of the end of a century and the singer saying their goodbyes. They then move onto the repeated phrase “for what it’s worth,” suggesting either an acknowledgment of the relative unimportance of what one says or a sense of doubt in oneself. The next line talks of always aiming to please but nearly dying, which could be interpreted in a number of ways. It could suggest a sense of intense dedication to others or a lack of self-care. The repetition of the phrase “for what it’s worth” in the chorus could imply that the singer is questioning the value of their actions or words.
The second verse describes further personal issues the singer is dealing with, including a slow disease that has drained them. But they urge the listener to walk with them and face the rising tide together, suggesting a sense of hopeful companionship. The song then ends with a repetition of “for what it’s worth” and the refrain “got no friends, got no lover,” which could indicate a sense of loneliness or a lack of emotional support.
Line by Line Meaning
The end of the century
Referring to a specific point in time marking the end of an era
I said my goodbyes
Acknowledging the past and leaving it behind
For what it's worth
Despite possible insignificance, this is my statement
I always aimed to please
My actions were focused on satisfying others
But I nearly died
My efforts were extreme and took a toll on me
Come on lay with me
I desire your intimate presence
Cause I'm on fire
My passion is intense and consuming
I tear the sun in three
I'm willing to do the impossible to please you
To light up your eyes
Hoping to bring joy and happiness to you
Broke up the family
A significant event that caused emotional distress for everyone involved
Everybody cried
The situation was deeply emotional and sad
I have a slow disease
Referencing a personal struggle or hardship that is long-lasting
That sucked me dry
This struggle has drained me of my emotional and physical energy
Come on walk with me
I desire your companionship and support
Into the rising tide
Referring to a difficult or uncertain situation that we will face together
Filled a cavity
Trying to fill a void or emptiness
Your god shaped hole tonight
Referencing a spiritual or emotional absence that needs to be filled
No one cares when you're out on the street
Feeling marginalized and uncared for in difficult situations
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
Struggling to survive and make a living
Got no friends, got no lover
Lacking meaningful human connections in life
Got no lover
Lacking romantic connection and affection
For what it's worth
Despite it all, this is still my statement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: STEVE FORREST, WILLIAM LLOYD, BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@appel_sin
The end of the century
I said my goodbyes for what it’s worth
I always aimed to please but I nearly died
For what it’s worth come on lay with me
Cause I’m on fire for what it’s worth
I’d tear the sun in three to light up your eyes
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
Broke up the family
Everybody crying for what it’s worth
I have a slow disease that sucked me dry
For what it’s worth come on walk with me
Into the rising tide for what it’s worth
Filled a cavity, your God-shaped hole tonight
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
For what it’s worth
No one cares when you’re out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you’re down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
No one cares when you’re out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you’re down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
For what it’s worth, got no lover
Got no friends, got no lover
@paolaarredondo2059
The end of the century
I said my goodbyes
For what it's worth
I always aimed to please
But I nearly died
For what it's worth
Come on lay with me
'Cause I'm on fire
For what it's worth
I tear the sun in three
To light up your eyes
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
Broke up the family
Everybody cried
For what it's worth
I have a slow disease
That sucked me dry
For what it's worth
Come on walk with me
Into the rising tide
For what it's worth
Filled a cavity
Your god shaped hole tonight
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
For what it's worth
No one cares when you're out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you're down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
No one cares when you're out on the street
Picking up the pieces to make ends meet
No one cares when you're down in the gutter
Got no friends, got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
For what it's worth
Got no lover
Got no friends got no lover
@natytax1986
Placebo don't get the attention they deserve. They're a legendary band. Deep lyrics, beautiful guitar and bass and Brian's voice. I wish everybody gives themselves the chance to listen Placebo.
@Bozzy-zq8vw
I have though the same thing for over 20 years...
@akirain3250
I agree! and plz check IAMX！You might love them. The frontman Chris Corner is also amazing and he was in Sneaker Pimps during 1995- 2002, who had sort of cooperated with placebo like playing live together. 🎉
@davidkingsland8297
I been riding with this group for over 10 years! God I just love music!
@thomasgronlund9186
They seek the attention too much. That’s why people don’t give it to them.
Sorry, the didn’t feel genuine and the songs weren’t good enough.
They had harder competition back then.
Had they released it today… maybe😊
@user-iq5bg3bq2b
They dont seek for attention, they said once we are a band of outsiders , songs like without you im nothing, 36 degrees or Bosco are not for everyone. The fact is most of the people are to shallow to like Placebo, they prefer bands like Muse or Coldplay, so i dont think they re underrated, they have the fans who really matters.
@RH-vd3yu
I remember seeing this playing on Mtv and instantly became a fan
@taikonautaparawara
the same with me
@caiocaldeira2778
Passei alguns anos procurando essa música, só achei pq lembrei de uma parte da música
@valium2721
also me in brasil