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Ratthew Lyrics
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I thought you would never listen
Here we are 10 years later
You don’t know but you’re my savior
I had a place that I’d like to go
Late in the night so nobody knows
I just needed to scream and shout
This game of life I wanted out
And I told you something was wrong
You stayed longer than you needed
And you saved me from breaking into pieces
I couldn’t see the world on my own
You brought me back when I called your phone
I can’t figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
You’re the reason I’m here tonight
You know I’m scared cause I’m holding on so tight
I can figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
Yeah
I’ve been making it the best
I’m different than the rest
Last time yeah I went and failed the test
Got a second chance
And I'm changing my stance
Ain’t ESPN with that last dance
Talked with dad and mom
They stayed calm
Listen I know I got a problem
I want to live
You changed my mind
I think about that all the time
Yes I know I owe you money
You was watching always sunny
I spent it like a dummy
Looking back it's kind of funny
That just how life happens
Andre 3000 I’m sorry Ms. Jackson
I couldn’t see the world on my own
You brought me back when I called your phone
I can’t figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
You’re the reason I’m here tonight
You know I’m scared cause I’m holding on so tight
I can figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
Well you saved me
And I’ll put it honestly
I’m not the best at sharing these things
But I don’t want to spread my wings
I know I know it'll get better
I know I know it'll get better
I know I know it'll get better
It'll take long but not forever
I couldn’t see the world on my own
You brought me back when I called your phone
I can’t figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
You’re the reason I’m here tonight
You know I’m scared cause I’m holding on so tight
I can figure out just why I’m here
But I can’t let you disappear
“Pieces” is a song by Ratthew, which talks about his life journey and the person who stood by him during his difficult times. The song starts with a memory of Ratthew and his friend who were just children and he thought that his friend would never listen to him. But, fast forward 10 years later, Ratthew considers him his savior despite the fact that his friend doesn't know it. Ratthew reveals that he had a place to go during the late nights where nobody could find him. This was his escape from reality where he could scream and shout. He admits that he was going through a tough time and wanted to quit the game of life, but his friend saved him from breaking into pieces when he called him and told him that something was wrong. The song also shows Ratthew’s gratitude towards his friend for being there for him.
Throughout the song, Ratthew talks about how his savior gave him a reason to live and changed his mind. He admits that he owes his friend money and that his friend was always there watching over him even when he spent the money like a dummy. Ratthew acknowledges that he couldn't see the world on his own but his friend brought him back when he called him. Even though Ratthew can’t figure out why he’s here, he can’t let his savior disappear because he’s the reason he’s here tonight. Although Ratthew is scared, he’s holding on tight to his friend and he knows that it will get better eventually.
Overall, “Pieces” is a song about how a friend’s love and support during difficult times can save lives. Ratthew acknowledges that without his friend, he might not be here today. The lyrics remind us that it’s vital to have someone to confide in and talk to during our dark times.
Line by Line Meaning
We were just children
When we first met, we were young and unexposed to life's adversities
I thought you would never listen
I had doubts about confiding in you because I didn't think you’d understand my struggles
Here we are 10 years later
A decade has passed since our first meeting
You don’t know but you’re my savior
You were instrumental in rescuing me from a difficult phase in my life
I had a place that I’d like to go
I had a hideout that I would visit to escape reality
Late in the night so nobody knows
I would go to that place at night when everyone was asleep and couldn't judge me
I just needed to scream and shout
I needed to release my pent-up emotions
This game of life I wanted out
Life became too overwhelming for me, and I wanted to exit from it
So I called your phone
I reached out to you on the phone for help
And I told you something was wrong
I opened up to you about my struggles and how I was feeling down
You stayed longer than you needed
You listened to me patiently and did not leave me alone in my difficult times
And you saved me from breaking into pieces
Your support and advice helped me overcome depression and suicidal thoughts
I couldn’t see the world on my own
I was clueless on how to navigate through life's difficulties by myself
You brought me back when I called your phone
You restored hope in me when I reached out to you for help
I can’t figure out just why I’m here
I can't figure out my life's purpose and why I exist
But I can’t let you disappear
I don't want to lose you since you're an essential part of my mental well-being and survival
You’re the reason I’m here tonight
You give me the strength to keep going and face the challenges of life
You know I’m scared cause I’m holding on so tight
I'm scared of losing you since you're the only one who understands and supports me
I’ve been making it the best
I've been trying my best to improve my life and overcome my weaknesses
I’m different than the rest
I have my unique personality and approach towards life
Last time yeah I went and failed the test
I previously fell short of expectations and was disappointed
Got a second chance
I was given another opportunity to turn things around
And I'm changing my stance
I'm adjusting my behavior and thoughts to improve my life
Ain’t ESPN with that last dance
I'm not going to give up and pursue my goals with full force like Michael Jordan did in his last NBA season
Talked with dad and mom
I communicated with my parents about my situation
They stayed calm
My parents were supportive and understanding
Listen I know I got a problem
I acknowledge that I need help with my life's challenges
I want to live
I want to continue living and making the best of my life
You changed my mind
You influenced me positively and changed my outlook towards life
I think about that all the time
I remember and appreciate everything you've done for me always
Yes I know I owe you money
I'm aware that I need to pay you back for your help and support
You was watching always sunny
You were there for me even when you had your own commitments and plans to follow
I spent it like a dummy
I irresponsibly wasted the money you lent me on something unworthy
Looking back it's kind of funny
I can now laugh about it and admit my mistakes
That just how life happens
Mistakes are part of life, and we learn from them to become better human beings
Andre 3000 I’m sorry Ms. Jackson
The reference to a song (Ms. Jackson) is just a humorous apology for my irresponsible behavior
Well you saved me
I owe my life and sanity to you
And I’ll put it honestly
I'll be truthful and upfront about the importance of your support
I’m not the best at sharing these things
I'm not a good communicator when it comes to my emotional struggles
But I don’t want to spread my wings
I don't want to leave you behind and move away from your safety net
I know I know it'll get better
I'm optimistic that my life's situation will improve
It'll take long but not forever
I'm ready to put in the effort and be patient while progress happens gradually
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Written by: Matthew Wilson
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