Same Old Song
Sev Lyrics
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What could you possibly want?
I thought that we could be friends,
But now I know it was a front
Yeah, I'm alright
That's just the way that I was dealt.
I'm trying to make it up in this life
No help at all
And no holds barred
But little did I know
That I would be scarred
I'm left all by myself
For about a second or two
You know, out with old
You know, and in with the new
[Chorus]
First you say whoa
Then you say yeah
Get your hands up
Throw your hands in the air
I used to smoke it, provoke it
Then I'd pass it down the line
Doing anything and everything at anytime
See I was hotter than a shot of moonshine
That was my state of mind
Up to the ultimate crime
But today is the day that tomorrow will never see
You live in yesterday's world
You'll never be free
I keep going, knowing,
Flowing for the sake to be strong
As I walk down this road
Singing the same old song
[Chorus]
Throw your hands in the air
Well everybody worldwide, well everybody worldwide
Well I would cry tears
But they stopped falling long ago
Back when my visions and dreams
Reportedly did not show, so
I cannot be the sympathetic soul
That you are searching for
But best believe that when you leave
You'll hear the slamming of the door
Yeah I'm alright,
Cause I'm not perfect like you
And if you had a clue
You'd know my mental stays true
So I'll go on back to that place
Where I am safe
Just know Alexis Sevanna,
I'm there for you everyday
[Chorus]
The song "Same Old Song" by Sev addresses a person who calls the singer repeatedly, perhaps asking for help or seeking attention. The singer seems to have thought of this individual as a friend, but now realizes that it was all just an act as they receive no help from them. The lyrics express the feeling of being left all by oneself and the frustration of receiving no help or support during a difficult time.
The chorus of the song is simple yet catchy, asking the audience to throw their hands up and sing along - "First you say whoa, then you say yeah, get your hands up, throw your hands in the air." The second verse reflects back on the singer's past, when they used to smoke and engage in reckless actions. They acknowledge that those choices led to negative consequences and regrets, and now they are trying to be strong and move forward.
Towards the end of the song, the singer admits that they cannot be the sympathetic soul that the other person is looking for, but reassures them that they are there for them every day. Overall, the lyrics express the feeling of being let down by someone who was thought to be a friend, but ultimately proves to be unreliable.
Line by Line Meaning
See you're calling again,
I'm aware of your manipulative ways that you try to get me back into your life.
What could you possibly want?
I know that whatever you want, it's not for my benefit.
I thought that we could be friends,
I was naive to your true intentions and thought we could get along without any issues.
But now I know it was a front
I've realized that you were never really my friend and were only putting on a facade.
Yeah, I'm alright
I'm not letting your behavior affect me negatively.
That's just the way that I was dealt.
I'm accepting the cards life has handed me, even if they are difficult.
I'm trying to make it up in this life
I'm doing the best I can to improve my situation in life.
But I'm receiving no help.
Despite my efforts, I feel like I'm not getting any support from anyone.
No help at all
I'm completely on my own without any assistance.
And no holds barred
I'm not holding back or letting anything stand in my way.
But little did I know
I was unaware of what was to come.
That I would be scarred
I've been hurt emotionally as a result of my interactions with you.
I'm left all by myself
I'm alone and have no one to depend on but myself.
For about a second or two
I'm only alone for a short period of time before I move on and start again.
You know, out with old
I'm leaving behind the negative things in my life.
You know, and in with the new
I'm ready to embrace positive change and new opportunities in my life.
First you say whoa
You're hesitant or unsure at first.
Then you say yeah
Eventually you agree or give in.
Get your hands up
Let's show some enthusiasm or excitement.
Throw your hands in the air
Let's celebrate and have a good time.
I used to smoke it, provoke it
I used to engage in negative behavior and make things worse.
Then I'd pass it down the line
My negative ways would influence others around me.
Doing anything and everything at anytime
I had a reckless and careless attitude towards life and my actions.
See I was hotter than a shot of moonshine
I thought I was invincible and superior to everyone else.
That was my state of mind
My mentality was one of arrogance and ignorance.
Up to the ultimate crime
My actions were leading towards a dangerous and criminal path.
But today is the day that tomorrow will never see
I'm making a change today that will prevent me from having a negative future.
You live in yesterday's world
You're stuck in your old ways and not willing to change or grow.
You'll never be free
You'll always be a prisoner of your own mind and actions.
I keep going, knowing,
I'm persevering and staying motivated.
Flowing for the sake to be strong
I'm working to build my strength and resilience.
As I walk down this road
I'm moving forward and making progress in my life.
Singing the same old song
I'm still dealing with the same struggles and problems in my life.
Well everybody worldwide, well everybody worldwide
This message is for everyone around the world.
Well I would cry tears
I would be emotional and upset.
But they stopped falling long ago
I've become desensitized to my own emotions and don't cry anymore.
Back when my visions and dreams
In the past, I had aspirations and goals for my life.
Reportedly did not show, so
But those aspirations and dreams never materialized.
I cannot be the sympathetic soul
I can't empathize with your situation or feel sorry for you.
That you are searching for
You won't find the compassion or support you're looking for from me.
But best believe that when you leave
I won't stop you from leaving.
You'll hear the slamming of the door
You'll know that I'm done with you and our relationship.
Cause I'm not perfect like you
I know that I'm not perfect and have flaws.
And if you had a clue
If you were aware and understood my perspective.
You'd know my mental stays true
You'd know that I'm honest and genuine in my thoughts and actions.
So I'll go on back to that place
I'll return to the safe and familiar place that I know.
Where I am safe
Where I feel comfortable and secure.
Just know Alexis Sevanna,
Understand, name, and acknowledge my identity.
I'm there for you everyday
I'm available and supportive of you, every single day.
Throw your hands in the air
Let's celebrate and have a good time.
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRUCE ROBERTS, DONNA N SUMMER
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Ryan Kaza
Wow, was painting my house... Drinking a Pepsi/Rum, song popped in my head. Had to search for it and re-live my high-school days. God, did we have great music late 90’s/2000’s!!! 34 years old and still listening to “the same ‘ol songs!” Kids are missing out on what music was now-a-days!
slane troyard92
I feel ya man I'm 27 and i remember back in those days music still had it's soul. Now it's mostly bs
Vince Hurley
These guys are my friends, and they are and were awesome. What a great, fun, crazy show they put on. Every time.
Vince Horner
I totally wish they would have gotten popular. I remember seeing this commercial and rocking the fuck out, and then the struggle to figure out who the band was.
FAITHandLOGIC
I remember them playing at my fraternity house at George Mason.
Daniel Moorefield
Those anthem choruses of the 2000s.
Navak
good memories. my friend and i playing halo 1 for the first time on the carpet with ac blasting on hot days after soccer games. or watching tv, and when the pepsi blue commercial came on we'd turn up the volume and rock out. 2002 was a great year. i can't imagine being 12 years old and happier in any other time or place
shinobitech13
pepsi blue and this song defined summer of 02 for me.
OniLordMiki
shinobitech13 No doubt due to the fact that they aired that commercial nonstop.
Daniel Moorefield
Channel One News.