For A While
Scar Lyrics


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Sinking to the floor ever so slow
Who'd have thought that feelings
Could ever break your bones
Not permitted to say a single thing
Just as the cruel reality
Starts sinking in

Lie me down
I'll be right by your side
And I will hold onto you
If only for a little while
Now you've gone
You left us all behind
But we will hold onto you
If only for a little while
If only for a little while

Cold down to the core of whatever's left
I'm just matter lying still
Hands on my chest
How I wish I could cry
Let it all escape
Instead I'm completely broken
Not even able to break

Lie me down
I'll be right by your side
And I will hold onto you
If only for a little while
Now you've gone
You left us all behind
But we will hold onto you
If only for a little while
If only for a little while

I should have guessed
Life brings no guarantees
Doesn't make it hurt any less
No matter what is said to me
You'll be missed
Through every empty mile
We will hold onto you
If only for a little while

Lie me down
I'll be right by your side
And I will hold onto you
If only for a little while
Now you've gone
You left us all behind
But we will hold onto you
If only for a little while
If only for a little while




If only for a little while
If only

Overall Meaning

"For A While" by Scar is a heartfelt song that explores the pain of loss and the longing to hold onto someone who is no longer there. The lyrics depict the singer sinking to the floor, physically and metaphorically, as they grapple with the realization that feelings and emotions can be so overwhelming that they can break you emotionally. The cruel reality of the situation slowly sinks in, leaving the singer unable to find the words to express their inner turmoil.


The chorus of the song reflects the intense desire to cling onto the memory of the person they've lost, even if only for a little while. The singer yearns to be by their side, holding onto them tightly, even in the midst of their absence. There is a sense of longing and sadness in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges that life brings no guarantees, yet still finds solace in the temporary connection they can have, even if it is just for a little while.


The second verse brings a deeper sense of vulnerability as the singer describes feeling cold and lifeless, left to lie still with their hands on their chest. They express a wish to cry and let their pain escape, but find themselves completely broken and unable to do so. The emotional weight of the loss seems to paralyze them, leaving them incapable of finding any relief.


In the final verse, the lyrics acknowledge that no matter what is said or done, the pain of the loss remains. The person who is gone will be missed, and the empty miles ahead will be a constant reminder of their absence. Despite this, the singer declares their determination to hold onto the memory of the person, even if it is just for a little while.


Overall, "For A While" beautifully captures the experience of coping with loss and the desperate desire to hold onto the memory of someone who is no longer present. The lyrics evoke a sense of deep sadness, vulnerability, and the struggle to find solace amidst the pain of separation.


Line by Line Meaning

Sinking to the floor ever so slow
Gradually descending to the ground, feeling overwhelmed and defeated


Who'd have thought that feelings Could ever break your bones
Surprisingly discovering that emotional pain can be just as crippling as physical pain


Not permitted to say a single thing
Unable to express one's thoughts or emotions


Just as the cruel reality Starts sinking in
At the moment when the harsh truth begins to be fully understood and accepted


Lie me down I'll be right by your side
Lay me down and I will offer unwavering support and comfort


And I will hold onto you If only for a little while
I will cling onto you, even if it's only for a brief period of time


Now you've gone You left us all behind
Now that you have departed, you have left us feeling abandoned


But we will hold onto you If only for a little while
Nevertheless, we will maintain our connection with you, even if it's only temporary


Cold down to the core of whatever's left
Feeling utterly cold and empty at the very essence of what remains


I'm just matter lying still Hands on my chest
Simply an inanimate object, motionless, with hands placed on the chest in a sign of mourning


How I wish I could cry Let it all escape
Longing to release the pent-up emotions through tears, allowing it all to be set free


Instead I'm completely broken Not even able to break
Consequently, I am shattered and incapable of even attempting to mend myself


I should have guessed Life brings no guarantees
In retrospect, it is evident that life does not offer any promises or assurances


Doesn't make it hurt any less
However, this realization does not diminish the pain


No matter what is said to me
Regardless of any comforting words that are spoken to me


You'll be missed Through every empty mile
Your absence will be felt deeply, accompanying us throughout every void we traverse


We will hold onto you If only for a little while
We will grasp onto our connection with you, even if it's only temporary


If only for a little while
Even if it is just for a short period of time


If only for a little while
If only for a brief phase


If only for a little while
If only for a temporary duration




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Comments from YouTube:

LazZer

Is that a sample from Paprika? Pretty dope track!

James Cheeks

Radical.

Retek

even in the comment section of a video with only 3 comments :D

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