Patience
Plug in Stereo Lyrics

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I tried to be patient but if I keep waiting
Will there be anything left for me?
I play to gray walls and basements
While they soak all the fame in
But that ain't the way that it's always gonna be

And I can't give up now
(I've gone too far down)

I give anything for this
It's all I have left

If I play it right, I know there's a light
I just got to keep on going
There's no way of knowing
The light can come in and leave us surprised

I don't know what's in store
But I wanted more
I'll go forever and ever and ever, yeah
I'll go forever and ever and ever, for

My lips to your ears, confessing my fears
'Cause when you listen I'm indestructible
From Portland to Paris, I hope that you share this
With someone on your side of the world

And I can't give up now
I give anything for this, it's all I have left
If I play it right, I know there's a light
I just got to keep on going, there's no way of knowing
The light can come in and leave us surprised

I don't know what's in store
But I wanted more
I'll go forever and ever and ever, yah
I'll go forever and ever and ever

When will my time be?
I need you to hear me
When will my time be?
I need you to hear me

If I play it right, I know there's a light
I just got to keep on going
There's no way of knowing
The light can come in and leave us surprised

I don't know what's in store
But I wanted more
I'll go forever and ever and ever, yah
I'll go forever and ever and ever

I'll go forever and ever and ever
And ever and ever

Overall Meaning

In the song "Patience" by Plug in Stereo, the singer expresses his struggles as a musician. He highlights the difficulties he faces in trying to make a name in the music industry. He mentions waiting and wondering if there'll be anything left for him. Despite working hard and playing to gray walls and basements, he’s unable to earn the fame that he deserves. However, he is quick to remind himself (and the listener) that things won't be like this forever. There is still hope, and he must continue to have patience to achieve his dreams.

The singer also acknowledges the support that he receives from his audience, mentioning that his lips confess his fears to their ears. He hopes that they share his music with someone else on their side of the world. These lines show his appreciation for those who have listened to his music and continue to support him. The song ultimately concludes with him reiterating his willingness to continue chasing his dream forever and ever, despite not knowing what's in store.

Line by Line Meaning

I tried to be patient but if I keep waiting Will there be anything left for me?
The singer is questioning if steadfast patience will bring about any desirable outcomes.

I play to gray walls and basements While they soak all the fame in But that ain't the way that it's always gonna be
Although the singer is performing to unenthusiastic audiences while others receive more recognition, things can change.

And I can't give up now (I've gone too far down) I give anything for this It's all I have left
The singer is determined, even after facing hardships along the way. Pursuing this musical dream means everything to them.

If I play it right, I know there's a light I just got to keep on going There's no way of knowing The light can come in and leave us surprised
Success is waiting, and although the path there may be uncertain, the artist must continue to work hard regardless.

My lips to your ears, confessing my fears 'Cause when you listen I'm indestructible From Portland to Paris, I hope that you share this With someone on your side of the world
Through music, the artist connects with others in different places and reveals their vulnerabilities. They hope that their music can do the same for others.

When will my time be? I need you to hear me When will my time be? I need you to hear me
The singer longs for an opportunity to succeed, and is asking their audience and supporters to listen and help them reach their goals.

I'll go forever and ever and ever And ever and ever
The singer is willing to work tirelessly to achieve their dreams, and will continue to push forward with determination and perseverance.

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