Control
Scissors Lyrics
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Self control
I can always watch you
Breathing in your sleep
And all I ever wanted was for you to wait for me
It's hard to take it easy
When you're not satisfied
Somebody at your side
You need to
Self control
Gonna teach you
Self control
Just keep staring at the ceiling
Got to learn to fight the feeling
Don't let go
No no
Of your self control
Self control
Just pretend you're standing
High up on this ledge
Be sure not to look down if you're close to the edge
Tell me are you listening
Stay within my voice
Ain't no rush
Just feel the push
Cause you don't have much choice
You need to
Self control
Gonna teach you
Self control
Just keep staring at the ceiling
Got to learn to fight the feeling
Don't let go
No no
Of your self control
Self control
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Who has to know
Gonna teach you
Self control
Gonna teach you
Self control
Just keep staring at the ceiling
Got to learn to fight the feeling
Don't let go
No no
Of your self control
Self control
Self control
The song "Control" by Scissors talks about self control and the importance of having it. The singer talks about watching someone sleep and waiting for them, but also struggling to take it easy when they are not satisfied. The line "a little death is better with somebody at your side" suggests that the singer is talking about intimacy and how it's better to have someone with you than being alone. The chorus emphasizes the need for self control and the singer vows to teach the other person how to have it. The lines "just keep staring at the ceiling, got to learn to fight the feeling" indicate that the singer wants the other person to learn to control their urges and not give in to temptation.
The second verse of the song talks about being on the edge and pretending to stand on a ledge. The singer advises the other person to stay within their voice and not rush, the push being the urge to give in to their desires. The phrase "cause you don't have much choice" suggests that the other person needs to learn self-control for their own benefit. The repetition of "who has to know" towards the end of the song hints at the secrecy of their relationship and how having self-control can prevent their secret from being exposed.
Overall, "Control" by Scissors is a song about self-control and the need for it in a relationship. The singer's tone is that of a teacher and a guide, trying to help the other person overcome their urge to give in to temptation and maintain self-control. The lyrics use vivid imagery and metaphors to convey the importance of having self-control.
Line by Line Meaning
Self control
The singer highlights the importance of maintaining self control in order to handle their situation.
Self control
The singer repeats that message, emphasizing the significance of self control.
I can always watch you
The singer observes their partner's behavior, indicating a desire for control.
Breathing in your sleep
The artist's partner is sleeping peacefully, but the artist is still vigilant and watchful.
And all I ever wanted was for you to wait for me
The artist laments that they were not given the devotion that they wanted from their partner, and perhaps expected control over them.
It's hard to take it easy
The singer finds it difficult to relax and let go of their desire for control.
When you're not satisfied
The singer is unhappy when their desires are not fulfilled, suggesting a need for power and control.
A little death is better with somebody at your side
The artist implies that they need someone around to help them cope with emotional turmoil, seeking control in emotional situations.
You need to self control
The artist instructs their partner to learn self control and suggests that it is something they lack.
Gonna teach you self control
The artist promises to educate their partner on how to maintain self control.
Just keep staring at the ceiling
The singer advises their partner to focus on something neutral in order to gain self control and remain calm.
Got to learn to fight the feeling
The artist acknowledges that it's not easy to maintain self control, but it's important to fight impulses.
Don't let go no no of your self control
The singer advises their partner not to relinquish control, indicating it's important and needs to be valued.
Just pretend you're standing high up on this ledge
The singer suggests using visualization or imagination to gain a sense of control and perspective.
Be sure not to look down if you're close to the edge
The singer urges their partner not to get too close to their breaking point, warning them that it will compromise their self control.
Tell me are you listening
The artist is checking in with their partner to see if they are paying attention to the advice being given.
Stay within my voice
The artist wants their partner to listen to them and follow their lead or instructions.
Ain't no rush just feel the push cause you don't have much choice
The singer advises their partner to remain calm and patient and yields them in the direction to do so.
Who has to know
The singer questions the need to disclose the situation to others or the importance of compromising control.
Who has to know
The artist repeats the sentiment, wondering if it's really necessary to share anything with anyone else.
Who has to know
The artist once again asks the question, implying that they would rather handle the situation themselves, suggesting a deep desire for control.
Gonna teach you self control
The artist repeats their promise to teach self control, signifying the importance of it.
Self control
The song once again ends with the singer emphasizing the essential nature of self control.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JASON SELLARDS, SCOTT HOFFMAN
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