Seether gained mainstream popularity in 2002 with their US Active Rock number one single "Fine Again", and their success was sustained in 2004 with the single "Broken", which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. They have experienced continued success with number one hits on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, such as "Remedy", "Fake It", "Country Song", "Words as Weapons", and "Let You Down". The band currently consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan, bassist Dale Stewart, drummer John Humphrey and guitarist Corey Lowery (exStuck Mojo, Stereomud}. Seether has undergone several lineup changes since their formation in 1999, with vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan being the only constant member.
Butterfly With Teeth
Seether Lyrics
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Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know. Yes I know. Yes I know
Well it feel like I can't go on
Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
Keep this all in perspective
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know
The lyrics of Seether's song Butterfly With Teeth seem to speak to someone feeling overwhelmed and isolated. The lines "Well it feel like I can't go on, Living this lonely life" and "Or I can't face the day, so long, Nothing to get behind" paint a picture of someone struggling to find a purpose or a reason to keep going. They describe feeling aimless and disconnected, as if they are just going through the motions of life without truly living.
The repeated refrain of "Stay strong" seems to be both a plea for help and an attempt to rally oneself. The juxtaposition of the lines "Stay strong, for the rest of the world, Stay strong, and watch as it burns" hints at a sense of frustration or even anger at the state of the world. The line "Stay strong, and swallow your pills" suggests that the singer may be dealing with mental health issues and combating feelings of hopelessness with medication.
The closing repetition of "Yes I know" creates a sense of acceptance, almost resignation, in the face of these struggles. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of struggle and desperation, but also a determination to hold on and keep going.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it feel like I can't go on
The artist is feeling overwhelmed and unable to continue their current lifestyle.
Living this lonely life
The artist is struggling with feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Or I can't face the day, so long
The artist has lost motivation to face each day, feeling like they are just going through the motions.
Nothing to get behind
The artist is lacking a sense of purpose or direction.
I'll play with the wind, hold on
The artist is willing to take risks and see where life takes them.
Chase it without regard
The artist is pursuing something without concern for the consequences.
Too restless to sing those songs
The artist is too antsy to sit still and create art.
Keep this all in perspective
The artist wants to maintain a balanced outlook on life and avoid getting bogged down in emotions.
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
The artist is trying to be a source of support for others despite their own struggles.
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
The artist is acknowledging that some situations are beyond their control and they need to simply observe the destruction.
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
The artist is urging listeners to keep taking necessary medications to stay mentally healthy.
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
The artist is encouraging listeners to persevere even when it seems like all options have been exhausted.
Yes I know. Yes I know. Yes I know
The artist is acknowledging their own struggles and empathizing with others who may be experiencing similar feelings.
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Written by: SHAUN MORGAN WELGEMOED
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Abby Felton
Well it feel like I can't go on
Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
Keep this all in perspective
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Well it feel like I can't go on
Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
Keep this all in perspective
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Leon Scott
Are they ever going to release this compilation? I own every full album they've put out as Seether. I've seen them several times, and most of these songs I've never heard. They are truly amazing works of art.
Roser
These were already released in 2013
Brian Fitzgerald
I couldn't agree more man. The talent is unbelievable
Abby Felton
Well it feel like I can't go on
Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
Keep this all in perspective
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Well it feel like I can't go on
Living this lonely life
Or I can't face the day, so long
Nothing to get behind
I'll play with the wind, hold on
Chase it without regard
Too restless to sing those songs
Keep this all in perspective
So stay strong, for the rest of the world
Stay strong, and watch as it burns
Stay strong, and swallow your pills
Stay strong, with nowhere to turn
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Yes I know
Liz Álvarez
Amo la pasión que le ponen a cada una de sus canciones. Los admiro tanto ❤️
Daniel Wade
Absolutamente correcta! Ellas Rockean!!!!
Justin Jackson
This song brings back some beautiful and painful memories.
Shelby Todd
The older I get, the more I relate with this... Still a great song 🖤💀🖤
Flavia Lopes da silva
Muito legal
Manny-William Williamz-Breadner
Speaks to so many failed attempts to livey life sober n keepy sanity. Brings back the days when my ex took our son away n continues to refuse us visits. It's now in courts but still lingers thoughts living without seeing my own son. It's a struggle to keep my shit together