Never Again
Robots and Monsters Lyrics

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From the time you can see
you want everything
But inside you're pure and bright
Nothing to fear, nothing to fight

But as time drags you through
Consciousness takes the place
Of all that is calm

All that's bright

Never Again
You woke up in time to sigh
Never Again
You woke up

Your play space is gone
Recessed deep and rusting away
But at night you'll climb to find
Another way in, an unfettered mind

Will it be the same?
Will it feel familiar and warm?
Will you find love?
Will you be reborn?

Never Again
You woke up in time to sigh
Never Again
You woke up, you woke up, you woke up, you woke up...

"Watching and waiting
for a friend to play with
Watching and waiting
I hope it won't be very long"

Never Again
Never Again

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Robots and Monsters' song "Never Again" are reflective of a typical human experience. To grow, people always want more, discover new things, and dream bigger, just to find that the world outside is not always as simple, kind, or predictable as they imagined or longed for. The song acknowledges this, but it also implies that deep inside, people are inherently innocent and bright, without anything to fear or fight for. As one advances in life, however, consciousness takes hold, bringing in worries, doubts, and fears, and gradually replacing the peace and clarity of mind that once prevailed.

The second stanza of the song is a bit more ambiguous, but it seems to suggest that growing up also means leaving behind some playful or carefree aspects of life that one used to enjoy. The use of the metaphor of a recessed playground, rusting and fading away, emphasizes the idea of a loss of a space to escape in, to have fun and be free. However, even in the midst of the worries and the struggles of life, there is always room for hope and reinvention. The singer is willing to find a new entrance, a different way to go back to that inner sanctuary and take on life with a more unfettered mind.

Overall, "Never Again" is a song about growing up and facing the challenges of life that come with the realization that the world is more complex and sometimes harsher than what may have been expected. It also showcases a yearning for that innocent and carefree life that may seem irreversibly gone, but that can still be revisited by finding a new path and holding on to hope.

Line by Line Meaning

From the time you can see
Since the beginning of your awareness

you want everything
You desire everything

But inside you're pure and bright
You have a good and clear heart

Nothing to fear, nothing to fight
You are free from troubles and conflicts

But as time drags you through
As you grow older with time's passage

Consciousness takes the place
Awareness replaces innocence

Of all that is calm
Peaceful mindset is replaced

All that's bright
Optimism is lost

Never Again
Never again will you let your positivity leave

You woke up in time to sigh
You became aware of the lost hope and sadness

Your play space is gone
The joyful times are long gone