RAY LAKOTA (DRUMS)
BILLY BRAULT (BASS, PIANO, KEYBOARDS)
KYLE SMALL (VOCALS)
JOE CHISHOLM (GUITAR)
KEN ROBERT (GUITAR)
Soul
Split Shift Lyrics
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Stare at your feelings to see where they end
You're waiting here for someone else to break you from the inside
You've been so composed
We all know there's always something tearing you apart
It's always so much longer than you counted on
And it hits you so much harder then you thought
Cause you've got soul
You're so heavy, you're so misunderstood
And I spent all my wishes wishing times were good
When I still could
Wait around here for someone else to take me past the good side
You've been here so longer
We all know there's always something tearing you apart
It's always so much longer than you counted on
And it hits you so much harder then you thought
But you don't worry, you don't worry
Cause darling, you've got so much soul
Darling, you've got so much soul
Well, there's always something tearing you apart
It's always so much longer than you counted on
And it hits you so much harder then you thought
Then you ever thought it would
But you don't worry, and you don't worry
Cause you don't worry, you don't worry
Cause you don't worry, you don't worry
Cause you've got soul
The lyrics of Split Shift's song "Soul" are a poignant representation of feeling lost and struggling with one's emotions. The first verse describes the singer looking out the window and observing someone who is waiting for another person to fix their problems. The subject has been "so composed" and is "waiting here for someone else to break [them] from the inside". This paints a picture of someone who has been holding their emotions inside for so long to the point that they cannot handle them anymore.
The second verse is the singer acknowledging that everyone has their own struggles in life, and that they can be much more difficult than anticipated. The line "But you don't worry, you don't worry, 'cause you've got soul" is a reassurance to the person they are addressing that despite everything, they are strong and have a soul that can carry them through the tough times. The chorus repeats this sentiment, emphasising the person's strength.
The final verse returns to the singer's own struggles, as they express how they too have been waiting for someone else to help them. The line "And I spent all my wishes wishing times were good / When I still could" is a regret for not taking action earlier and hoping things would get better on their own. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus's lines, reinforcing the message that having soul can overcome even the toughest of struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Hang out my window and over your head
Looking out my window, I observe what you're feeling.
Stare at your feelings to see where they end
I focus on your emotions to understand what's going on with you.
You're waiting here for someone else to break you from the inside
You're hoping for someone to save you from your own inner turmoil.
You've been so composed
Despite everything that's happening, you've managed to maintain your outward composure.
We all know there's always something tearing you apart
It's no secret that something is constantly causing you emotional pain.
It's always so much longer than you counted on
The pain you experience always seems to last longer than you anticipated.
And it hits you so much harder then you thought
The pain also affects you more deeply than you anticipated.
But you don't worry, you don't worry
Despite this, you try not to worry too much.
Cause you've got soul
You have inner strength that helps you persevere.
You're so heavy, you're so misunderstood
You feel weighed down and people don't seem to fully understand you.
And I spent all my wishes wishing times were good
I've used all my opportunities to hope things become better.
When I still could
But the chances for improvement are diminishing.
Wait around here for someone else to take me past the good side
You're hoping that someone else will bring you back to a more positive state.
You've been here so longer
You've been in this negative space for a while.
Darling, you've got so much soul
Despite everything, you have an incredible amount of inner strength.
Well, there's always something tearing you apart
There always seems to be something causing you pain.
Then you ever thought it would
It affects you more than you ever expected.
But you don't worry, and you don't worry
Still, you try not to worry too much.
Cause you've got soul
You have the inner strength to overcome whatever comes your way.
Lyrics © Red Brick Music Publishing
Written by: BILLIE RAY MARTIN, ARTHUR BAKER
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