Cooler Than Me
St. Martin's Orchestral Academy Of Los Angeles Lyrics
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Wading my body
Through silt and debris
Left from my years of neglect
These pieces become
Bloated with weight
An accumulation of
Fears and memories
You think you're better than me
Yeah you're better than me
Well we're gonna wait and see
Yeah of course you're better than me
You're better than me
You're better than me
Clinging is this residue
Built from denial
And with it lies my need for relief
The breath that I take as I've fallen beneath
The surface is calm from above
As you look upon the black water
My body near lifeless and fighting for air
Upon me you're staring
With your diamond eyes
Content, never knowing the love lost
You think you're better than me
Yeah you're better than me
Well we're gonna wait and see
Oh you're better than me
You're better than me
You're better than me
Oh you're better than me
Yea we're gonna wait and see
Oh you're so much fucking better than me
Yes you are
The lyrics to "Cooler Than Me" by St. Martin's Orchestral Academy of Los Angeles delve into themes of self-doubt, insecurity, and the struggle for self-worth. The first verse sets the scene of the singer treading through a pool of doubt, wading through the muck and debris left behind by years of neglect. This accumulation of fears and memories weighs them down, never fading with temporary solutions.
The chorus confronts an antagonist who believes they are superior to the singer. The singer acknowledges this perception, but also expresses a sense of defiance and determination. They declare that they will wait and see if this person truly is better than them. However, throughout the repetition of the chorus, there is an underlying tone of resignation, as if the singer has accepted their supposed inferiority.
The second verse delves further into the internal struggle of the singer. They cling to a residue built from denial, symbolizing their refusal to confront their own insecurities. This residue also represents their need for relief and escape. As they find themselves sinking beneath the surface, gasping for air, they observe the calmness of the black water above. This can be interpreted as a reflection of how others may perceive them as they struggle silently.
Overall, "Cooler Than Me" explores the complex emotions of self-doubt, comparison, and the desire for validation. The lyrics touch on the internal battle between accepting one's perceived inferiority and longing to prove themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I tread this pool of doubt
I navigate through a sea of uncertainty and lack of confidence
Wading my body
Moving slowly and cautiously, immersing my entire being
Through silt and debris
Across the muddy and cluttered obstacles
Left from my years of neglect
Remnants of disregard and inattention accumulated over time
These pieces become
These fragments transform into
Bloated with weight
Swollen and burdened with heaviness
An accumulation of
A gathering of
Fears and memories
Anxieties and recollections
Never fading with the temporary
Persisting beyond temporary moments, never diminishing
You think you're better than me
You hold the belief of superiority over me
Yeah you're better than me
Indeed, you consider yourself superior to me
Well we're gonna wait and see
However, we will patiently witness and judge
Yeah of course you're better than me
Certainly, you believe you surpass me
You're better than me
You possess qualities superior to mine
Clinging is this residue
Persistently holding onto this remaining substance
Built from denial
Constructed through the act of denying or refusing to accept
And with it lies my need for relief
In this lies my longing for solace and release
The breath that I take as I've fallen beneath
The inhale as I sink below the surface
The surface is calm from above
The upper side appears serene and tranquil
As you look upon the black water
While you gaze at the dark depths
My body near lifeless and fighting for air
My barely alive body struggles for breath
Upon me you're staring
You fix your gaze upon me
With your diamond eyes
Using your captivating, sparkling eyes
Content, never knowing the love lost
Satisfied, oblivious to the love that has vanished
Oh you're so much fucking better than me
Oh, you perceive yourself as significantly superior to me
Yes you are
Indeed, you truly believe you are
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, DistroKid
Written by: John Has-Ellison
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