aftermath
R.E.M. Lyrics

Now the radio stutters, snaps to life
The radio suddenly comes to life, stuttering with static.

Some sour song that sets it right
A depressing song is playing, but it somehow feels fitting and resonant.

And when London falls
In a moment of darkness or tragedy,

He'd like to call
One may feel a deep desire to reach out for comfort.

But the stars collide
Unexpected and inexplicable events can derail even the most carefully laid plans.

They're beautiful and much maligned
Things that are beautiful or good are often overlooked or unappreciated.

In a universe where you see the worst
In a world where negativity and suffering are easy to find.

And it's up to you to fix it
It's important to take action and do what you can to make things better.

Now you've worked it out
After much contemplation and reflection,

And you see it all
One has gained a deeper understanding or perspective on life.

And you want to shout
One feels a strong urge to express their newfound insights to others.

It's easy to dismiss the "what's it all about" crowd
Some people are quick to criticize or belittle those who seek to find meaning and purpose in their existence.

There is no doubt. it's this, here, now
The present moment is all that truly exists.

And you close your eyes
To shut out distractions and focus on inner thoughts and emotions.

He's not coming back
A painful reminder of loss or unfulfilled expectations.

So you work it out, overfeed the cat
One may distract themselves with mundane tasks or indulge in small pleasures to cope with difficult emotions.

And the plants are dry and they need to drink
Neglected responsibilities or tasks may pile up when one is struggling emotionally.

So you do your best. and you flood the sink
One may try to compensate for past shortcomings or failures, even if it means making a mess.

Sit down in the kitchen and cry
Sometimes it's necessary to let out emotions and have a good cry to release pent-up tension.

Now the universe left you for a runners lap
The universe seems indifferent to one's struggles and moves on with its own pace and flow.

It feels like home when it comes crashing back
In moments of chaos or upheaval, one may feel a strange sense of familiarity or comfort.

And it makes you laugh
Humor can be found in even the darkest situations.

And it makes you cry
Pain and sorrow can coexist with laughter and joy.

When London falls
In a moment of despair or crisis.

And you're still alive
Despite the hardships and difficulties, one has managed to survive and persevere.

The radio stutters
The static and noise of the radio symbolize the chaos and uncertainty of life.

And the aftermath
The aftermath of a crisis or difficult event, when the dust begins to settle.

Open up your eyes
A call to stay aware and vigilant, even in times of peace and stability.

You're so alive
Even in the face of adversity and uncertainty, one can still feel a sense of vitality and purpose.