You Don
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And I'm no stranger to it, it's my nature doin' the same
Lately I've been cravin' the answers to questions I've not made
I might know how to do it, but I'm not sure that I'm ready to change
I'm searchin' the Earth and
I haven't even found myself in it
This curtain has a purpose
Who do you pray to when you don't believe in God?
'Cause I'm on my knees and I feel like givin' up
What do you wish for when you don't believe in luck?
'Cause I'm down in the dumps and no one cares enough
I'm jealous of a man who can look up and feel his faith
'Cause right now in my heart, if I'm honest, all I can feel is rain
It's taken twenty years and I still cannot work out who to blame
For all my misery, contempt for things and all my shame
I'm searchin' the Earth and
I haven't even found myself in it
This curtain has a purpose
But I wanna find out what's next, so
Who do you pray to when you don't believe in God?
'Cause I'm on my knees and I feel like givin' up
What do you wish for when you don't believe in luck?
'Cause I'm down in the dumps and no one cares enough
(I said I'm on my knees, I'm on my knees)
Who do you pray to when you don't believe in God?
'Cause I'm on my knees and I feel like givin' up
What do you wish for when you don't believe in luck?
'Cause I'm down in the dumps and no one cares enough
Am I wrong for wanting something more from life
I don't quite know the answers there
All I long for is a comfy time
While I'm still breathin', I know that's it out there
In "Sam's Song You Don," the lyrics reveal a deep sense of spiritual searching and philosophical questioning. The singer grapples with the concept of faith, wondering who to turn to in moments of doubt and despair. He admits to feeling envious of those who possess a firm belief in God, unable to experience that same sense of comfort and safety. The lyrics suggest a yearning to find meaning and purpose in life, but struggling with knowing how to navigate that journey.
The singer is honest in his admission of uncertainty, acknowledging that he has yet to find himself and his place in the world. The use of figurative language, such as the mention of a curtain with a purpose, adds depth to the song and hints at the complexity of the singer's internal struggle. The repetition of the questions "who do you pray to when you don't believe in God?" and "what do you wish for when you don't believe in luck?" reflects the idea that finding answers and guidance is an ongoing search, and that it is not always clear where to turn.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's seekin' somethin' when their mind's awake
When people are conscious and their minds are active, they tend to desire something.
And I'm no stranger to it, it's my nature doin' the same
I am familiar with this feeling because it is inherent in my nature.
Lately I've been cravin' the answers to questions I've not made
Recently, I have been yearning for the answers to questions that have not yet been formulated.
I might know how to do it, but I'm not sure that I'm ready to change
Even though I may have the knowledge to make a change, I am uncertain if I am prepared to do so.
I'm searchin' the Earth and
I am looking everywhere
I haven't even found myself in it
But I still haven't found my place in the world
This curtain has a purpose
There is a reason for this obstacle
But I wanna find out what's next, so
But I am eager to discover what lies ahead
Who do you pray to when you don't believe in God?
When you do not believe in a supreme being, to whom do you offer your supplications?
'Cause I'm on my knees and I feel like givin' up
I am feeling so helpless and hopeless that I am on my knees and contemplating surrender.
What do you wish for when you don't believe in luck?
If you do not believe in random or arbitrary outcomes, what do you hope for?
'Cause I'm down in the dumps and no one cares enough
I am feeling depressed and no one around me seems to care enough to help me.
I'm jealous of a man who can look up and feel his faith
I am envious of those who possess a deep sense of conviction and trust in something greater
'Cause right now in my heart, if I'm honest, all I can feel is rain
At this moment, if I am truthful, I can only feel sadness and despair.
It's taken twenty years and I still cannot work out who to blame
Even after two decades, I am unable to determine who is responsible for my problems.
For all my misery, contempt for things and all my shame
For my unhappiness, disdain for things, and overwhelming guilt.
Am I wrong for wanting something more from life
Is it incorrect to desire greater fulfillment from existence?
I don't quite know the answers there
I am uncertain of the solutions to these quandaries.
All I long for is a comfy time
All I yearn for is a comfortable and stress-free period.
While I'm still breathin', I know that's it out there
As long as I am still alive, I am certain that happiness is attainable.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Sam Tompkins, Owen Cutts, Phil Simmonds
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