Haywire
State of Being Lyrics
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Watching the people led by the wire
Caught up capacitor, capture flame
Ready to discharge the drawn desire
Tempted by faith and the mile unknown
The system feeds off the drone
One man's rebellion, one man alone
HAYWIRE
Fly thru the fast lane
Run from the killer
The world gone haywire
HAYWIRE
Communication
Lost in the damage
The world gone haywire
Go off the deep end, the distance ignored
Piss off the passenger
Answer the wrong door and pick up the phone
No answers left when you're dead
HAYWIRE
Fly thru the fast lane
Run from the killer
The world gone haywire
HAYWIRE
Communication
Lost in the damage
The world gone haywire
Accusation
Who can we blame?
Based on confusion
The system goes on
The lyrics of "Haywire" by State of Being describe a world that has lost its way due to chaos and confusion. The song's message is about how the communication that connects people is broken, leading to a society that is struggling to make sense of its own existence. In this world, people are led by wires and are caught up in their own desires, which ultimately leads to a complete breakdown of order.
The song suggests that rebellion and individuality can be the only way out of this chaos, but even that can lead to tangles and misunderstandings. The line "Tangled up in the wrong telephone" represents this confusion that lies buried deep within the society. Everything and everyone seems to be going "haywire," and it feels as though there is no escape.
The chorus repeats the words "Fly through the fast lane, run from the killer" as though urging the listener to keep moving despite the obstacles in life. The use of the phrase "world gone haywire" further emphasizes the desperation of the situation. The song ends with a note of resignation, as the system goes on, based on confusion and accusations. All of these elements blend together to create a poignant commentary on the state of society.
Line by Line Meaning
Crossed over copper and bunched up coils
Electricity runs rampant as wires become tangled and chaotic.
Watching the people led by the wire
Humanity is controlled and manipulated by technology.
Caught up capacitor, capture flame
Caught up in strong feelings, waiting for an explosion.
Ready to discharge the drawn desire
Ready to act on pent-up desires.
Tempted by faith and the mile unknown
Feeling drawn to the unknown and uncharted territory.
The system feeds off the drone
The oppressive system thrives on the complacency of its citizens.
One man's rebellion, one man alone
Rebellion against the system is often a solitary act.
Tangled up in the wrong telephone
Caught up in confusion and misunderstanding, unable to communicate effectively.
HAYWIRE
Everything is out of control.
Fly thru the fast lane
Rushing forward at a breakneck pace.
Run from the killer
Fleeing from danger and death.
Communication
The ability to communicate is vital.
Lost in the damage
Amid all the chaos and confusion, communication is lost.
Go off the deep end, the distance ignored
When things become too overwhelming, rationality goes out the window.
Piss off the passenger
Angering others and causing conflict.
Answer the wrong door and pick up the phone
Making mistakes and bad decisions without realizing until it's too late.
No answers left when you're dead
When you're gone, it's too late to make things right.
Accusation
Blaming others for problems that are systemic.
Who can we blame?
Feeling powerless to change the situation.
Based on confusion
Our inability to understand what's really going on fuels the dysfunctional system.
The system goes on
Despite everything, the oppressive system continues to function at the expense of its citizens.
Contributed by Jordan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.