Weight of the World
Saliva [gen-thylon] Lyrics
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The way your lips feel, and your fingernails
The way your fingers crawl up my spine
The way you always make me last in line
[Chorus]
I carry the weight of the world as the past is unfurled
But I won't stop to wonder
I'm a ship going under
And I'd tell you this but I don't know how
I'm caving in and I'm falling out and I can't resist
And I can't rebound with the weight of the world as the world falls down
It's the way you thrill me, then pull away
The way you seem to kill me a little more each day
And it's what you're thinking in your twisted mind
The way your body trembles when it's next to mine
[Chorus]
This pain I think about it everyday,
It tells me I'm never gonna get away
I know it's over,
but I can't escape memories and how to face another day
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Saliva’s “Weight of the World” convey a sense of deep emotional pain and struggle, possibly in the context of a tumultuous romantic relationship. The singer begins by describing their physical attraction to their partner, the way they smell and feel, and the electrifying sensation of their fingers on their spine. However, this is soon contrasted with the pain of being consistently relegated to “last in line” and the feelings of being overwhelmed by the weight of the world.
The chorus provides a vivid metaphor for the singer’s emotional state, describing themselves as a ship going under, unable to resist the weight of the world as it falls down around them. They express a desire to tell their partner how they feel, but are unable to find the words or the means to do so. The second verse continues in a similar vein, describing the way the relationship is painful and damaging, full of “twisted” thoughts and trembling bodies. The final chorus repeats the same message, emphasizing the struggle to escape from memories and face another day.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of helplessness and despair in the face of overwhelming emotional pain, possibly caused by a toxic relationship or other personal struggles. The weight of the world is an apt metaphor for the way these struggles can feel all-encompassing, leaving the singer feeling like they are drowning.
Line by Line Meaning
Love to be beside you, The way you smell
I adore being close to you and savor the floral scent of your body.
The way your lips feel, and your fingernails
I relish the sensation of your smooth lips and the sight of your manicured nails.
The way your fingers crawl up my spine
I am smitten with the way your nimble fingers move up and down my back.
The way you always make me last in line
I am captivated by the way you keep me waiting for your attention.
Chorus: I carry the weight of the world as the past is unfurled
But I won't stop to wonder
Going through this life on my own made me cold as a stone
I'm a ship going under
And I'd tell you this but I don't know how
I'm caving in and I'm falling out and I can't resist
And I can't rebound with the weight of the world as the world falls down
Life has taken its toll on me, as I struggle to move past traumatic events. I am lost and introverted, feeling like a sinking ship. I want to express my feelings to you but can't articulate them, instead feeling the weight of the world crashing down on me.
It's the way you thrill me, then pull away
You excite me but then push me away, leaving me feeling frustrated and confused.
The way you seem to kill me a little more each day
Your actions and words slowly destroy me emotionally.
And it's what you're thinking in your twisted mind
I am tormented by thoughts of what you may be planning or considering in your disturbed mindset.
The way your body trembles when it's next to mine
I am entranced by the way your body reacts to my touch.
Chorus: This pain I think about it everyday,
It tells me I'm never gonna get away
I know it's over,
but I can't escape memories and how to face another day
My suffering is a constant in my life, a reminder that I am unable to move on from our relationship. I know it's ended, but I am trapped by the memories and unsure how to move forward.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLETTE, CHRISTOPHER JON DABALDO, DAVID A. NOVOTNY, JOSEPH SCOTT SAPPINGTON, PAUL ALLEN CROSBY, WAYNE A. SWINNY
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