A New Beginning
Psychefunkapus Lyrics
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And it feels like I'm riding on the winds of change
Yes, I'm taking the lead, but I still ain't winning
Takin' all that I can before the light of day
I can see the world goin' on around me
I can smell the scent of magic in the air
I can hear all the voices behind me
The priest and the doctor pray for my well-being
As they research and pray that I will see the light
But I realize it's themselves who they're freeing
When I step in the box or I lie on the couch
Makes no sense to me to start pretending
That I'll ever find salvation through a man
Mine alone is the soul that I'm mending
And I won't let this world interfere with my plans
Please get me out of here!
Help me to get out of here!
Little men inside my brain
Some cause pleasure, some cause pain
Riding high on waves of fear
Trying to lead me out of here
Trying to lead me out of here
Out of here!
Faith takes comfort of all my inhibitions
As the vapors of guilt escape through my pores
And now once again it's my conscious condition
That allows me the strength to break open the doors
I can see the world goin' on around me
I can smell the scent of magic in the air
I can hear the voices behind me
I can make up my mind between heaven and hell
[Repeat: x4]
Please get me out of here
I need to get out of here
The lyrics of Psychefunkapus's song A New Beginning reflect the sense of undergoing a transformational journey in life. The first verse highlights the singer's awareness of moving towards a new beginning, yet the journey is uncertain and challenging. The singer is "taking the lead" but "still ain't winning" until they have taken "all that they can before the light of day." This communicates a sense of urgency to seize the opportunity before it is too late. The singer is acutely aware of the world around them- the "scent of magic in the air" and "voices behind" them, but they remain resolute in their decision-making. The second verse portrays external parties, a priest and a doctor, intervening to help the singer to see "the light." However, the singer realizes that they alone have the power to "mend" their soul rather than finding salvation through a "man." In the final verse, faith helps the singer escape their "inhibitions" and motivates them to break free of their past and embrace a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the dawning of a new beginning
I am anticipating the start of something new and positive
And it feels like I'm riding on the winds of change
I feel like I am being carried away by the momentum of change
Yes, I'm taking the lead, but I still ain't winning
Although I am in charge of my own life, I am still struggling to achieve my goals
Takin' all that I can before the light of day
I am trying to make the most of my time and opportunities before it's too late
I can see the world goin' on around me
I am aware of the events and circumstances happening in the world
I can smell the scent of magic in the air
I am sensing that something special or miraculous is about to happen
I can hear all the voices behind me
I am aware of the opinions and criticisms of others who are following me
I can make up my mind between heaven and hell
I have the ability to choose between good and evil or positive and negative paths
The priest and the doctor pray for my well-being
Both religious and medical authorities are hoping for my health and success
As they research and pray that I will see the light
They are studying and hoping that I will find my way towards positive change
But I realize it's themselves who they're freeing
I understand that their efforts are meant to help themselves as much as me
When I step in the box or I lie on the couch
Whether I am going to confession or therapy, I am seeking a way to improve myself
Makes no sense to me to start pretending
It doesn't benefit me to lie to myself or others about my struggles
That I'll ever find salvation through a man
I don't believe that another person can save me or fix my problems
Mine alone is the soul that I'm mending
I am the only one who can heal and improve my own soul
And I won't let this world interfere with my plans
I won't allow external circumstances to distract me from my goals or desires
Please get me out of here!
I am seeking help or rescue from my current situation
Help me to get out of here!
I am pleading for someone to assist me in escaping my problems
Little men inside my brain
My thoughts or emotions are conflicting and causing me distress
Some cause pleasure, some cause pain
Some of my thoughts or emotions bring me joy, while others cause me discomfort
Riding high on waves of fear
I am experiencing intense anxiety or dread
Trying to lead me out of here
I am attempting to overcome my fears and doubts to find a way out of my problems
Faith takes comfort of all my inhibitions
Believing in something greater than myself helps me overcome my limitations and doubts
As the vapors of guilt escape through my pores
I am releasing my feelings of guilt and shame to find relief and healing
And now once again it's my conscious condition
I am once more in control of my thoughts and emotions
That allows me the strength to break open the doors
I have the courage and motivation to overcome my obstacles and find success
I need to get out of here
I am urgently seeking an escape from my current situation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BENJI MADDEN, ERIC VALENTINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Even Berg
Just revisiting this gem.
Yup ! Still going strong in my ears after twenty five years.
👍😊
Even Berg
...little men inside my brain, some cause pleasure, some cause pain.
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