Back You Up
Racoon Lyrics


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Sometimes the world is an ending
and sometimes there's a hell to pay
When all your so-called friends just leave you
and all that's to blame seems to be you.
Then I'll back you up at least i'll try to do so

When all that you see is a darkness
and all that you fear is so real
When memories haunt you when sleeping
and they're stabbing your stomach,
I won't let you fall, cause I'll back you up

chorus:
When somebody knocks you down, some other will pick you up
When somebody knocks you down,
some won't be there when you need them,
while others will save you from harm.
Some promise the world
if you give them your world
Well I hope that you know me by now

Sometimes you break expectations,
it's like slapping them all in the face
Sometimes you choose your own answers,
forgetting the ones that all others say.
Then I'll still back you up

Chorus





Sometimes the world is an ending
and sometimes there's a hell to pay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Racoon's "Back You Up" express the promise of a loyal friend who will stick with you through difficult times. The song speaks of the emotional struggles that humans face, such as feelings of isolation and fear. The opening lines suggest that there are times when the world seems like it is coming to an end or when you're forced to pay a hefty price. The chorus reinforces the idea that true friends will pick you up when your spirits are low, and they won't abandon you when the going gets tough. The promise of the songwriter to back up the listener through thick and thin stands out in the poignant lyrics of the song.


Throughout the rest of the song, the lyrics accuse the people who betray you and leave you stranded as the ones to blame. Losing faith in humanity can cause an overwhelming sense of sadness and, ultimately, push you towards physical and mental exhaustion. However, the singer vows to stand by your side, particularly when faced with the darkest moments in your life. The song concludes on a note of encouragement by emphasizing the value of self-expression and independence.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes the world is an ending
Occasionally, the world feels like it's coming to an end, full of turmoil and chaos.


and sometimes there's a hell to pay
Other times, one must suffer the consequences for their actions and face the repercussions.


When all your so-called friends just leave you
When your supposed friends abandon you and offer no support or assistance.


and all that's to blame seems to be you.
When everything seems to be going wrong, and you're the only one held responsible for the fallout.


Then I'll back you up at least i'll try to do so
Despite how difficult things may seem, I will do my best to support and help you through your struggles.


When all that you see is a darkness
When life looks bleak and hopeless, lacking any light or positivity.


and all that you fear is so real
When your fears are so intense they feel like an actual reality.


When memories haunt you when sleeping
When traumatic experiences continue to impact your life through nightmares and nighttime terrors.


and they're stabbing your stomach,
When these memories cause you physical pain and discomfort, affecting your mental and physical state.


I won't let you fall, cause I'll back you up
I will always be there to support you, and I won't let you suffer alone.


When somebody knocks you down, some other will pick you up
When someone causes you to stumble or fall, others may step in to help you back up.


When somebody knocks you down,
When someone negatively impacts your life or well-being through their actions or words.


some won't be there when you need them,
Some people may not be reliable or supportive during your moments of need.


while others will save you from harm.
But others will step in and protect you from danger or harm.


Some promise the world
Some individuals make grandiose promises or claims that they cannot keep.


if you give them your world
If you trust and invest in these individuals, they make big promises to benefit themselves.


Well I hope that you know me by now
I hope that you understand that I am reliable, and you can count on me to support you through any situation.


Sometimes you break expectations,
Occasionally, you may surprise others by not conforming to their expectations or beliefs.


it's like slapping them all in the face
By breaking expectations or norms, some might interpret it as a personal affront.


Sometimes you choose your own answers,
Sometimes, you might find your own path and diverge from the opinions or answers of others.


forgetting the ones that all others say.
By choosing your own answers, you may become blind to or ignore the beliefs and opinions of others.


Then I'll still back you up
Regardless of your choices, I will still support and be there for you.


Chorus
Reiterating the concept that not everybody will be there for you during difficult times, but I will be.




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