Last Forever
Right Brigade Lyrics
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Count on them to force the air into my lungs
Count off all my enemies
Standing numbered and smiling
Last chance to save us all
From the ugliness driving you
No more faith, No more trusting
No one said that any of this would last forever
Count all the excuses made
For the ones who are treating you this way
Count all the times you forgive
Can't forget when the number is ringing
No more faith no more trusting
No one said any of this would last forever
Watching the time of my life being taken away
Giving me some time, just one that would last forever
The song "Last Forever" by Right Brigade is a powerful track that touches upon the themes of betrayal, loss, and the fleeting nature of time. In the opening lines, the lead singer counts his friends "on one hand" and notes that he relies on them to "force the air into his lungs." This emphasizes the importance of a strong support system in one's life, where they can rely on close friends to help them through difficult times.
As the song progresses, the tone becomes darker as the singer counts his enemies and realizes that they are "numbered and smiling." He sings about the "ugliness" within people that drives them to hurt and betray others. And, in the chorus, the singer reflects on how faith and trust are fleeting, and that nothing in life lasts forever.
The line, "Watching the time of my life being taken away," sums up the frustration and helplessness that comes with realizing that time moves quickly and that life can be taken away at any moment. The song's final lines express a longing for just a little more time, "just one that would last forever."
Line by Line Meaning
Count my friends all on one hand
I have very few friends who I can truly count on.
Count on them to force the air into my lungs
I rely on them for emotional and moral support that keeps me going.
Count off all my enemies
I can name all the people who dislike me or have wronged me.
Standing numbered and smiling
My enemies act like they are proud of what they've done, but I won't let it get to me.
Last chance to save us all
We need to act now before it's too late.
From the ugliness driving you
We need to stop the negativity and hate that fuels this situation.
No more faith, No more trusting
I have lost all faith and trust in the people around me.
No one said that any of this would last forever
Things will eventually change and improve, even though it doesn't seem that way now.
Watching the time of my life being taken away
I feel like I'm losing precious time and opportunities because of the situation.
Count all the excuses made
People are making excuses for their bad behavior instead of taking responsibility.
For the ones who are treating you this way
These excuses are being made for the people who are mistreating and hurting me.
Count all the times you forgive
I have forgiven people many times, even when they don't deserve it.
Can't forget when the number is ringing
It's hard to forget the pain and hurt caused by someone, especially when they keep reminding you of it.
Giving me some time, just one that would last forever
I wish I could have some time that never ends, so I can have a break from all the problems and stress in my life.
Contributed by John H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.