Scorpio's Revenge
Step Lively Lyrics
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The opening lyrics of Step Lively's song "Scorpio's Revenge" depict a world in chaos with dreams being shattered, cracked, and burned. The world appears to be spinning down the drain, and confusion reigns. The singer seems to be begging for cover and asking if they will be sheltered from the destruction that seems to be happening around them. As humanity moves forward together, the singer wonders who will slip through the cracks and fall by the wayside.
The lyrics question whether the world can be saved as the singer contemplates the possibility of forever stopping the destruction. The idea of infection is also introduced, causing the question of who will hit self-destruct. The singer has feelings that are striking them, leaving them wondering whether they should turn and shake off these emotions or hold onto them. Frustration rises as the singer asks if it is too late to run, and their body is melting down, leaving them disheveled and weary. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of despair and hopelessness as the world seems to be coming to an end.
Line by Line Meaning
How can, our world be ending, we've just our dream
It's hard to believe that the world could be coming to an end when we've only just started to pursue our dreams.
crumble, crack and burning, spinning down the drain
Everything seems to be falling apart and going down the drain, with no hope of recovery.
confusion oh confusion oh, will we ever decide
We are so confused and indecisive, it's hard to know if we'll ever be able to make a clear, definitive choice.
i crawl, for cover, asking am i sheltered from us
I am seeking safety and shelter from the chaos around me, wondering if I am even capable of protecting myself from the harm we inflict on ourselves.
as we voyage togethe, who will slip through the cracks
As we journey through life together, who will fall victim to the problems and challenges that arise?
if we stopped forever, who would stop in these tracks
If we were to come to a complete stop, who would be left standing still or unable to move forward?
at the verge of infection, who will hit self destruct
When we are on the brink of something dangerous or harmful, who will be the one to bring about their own demise?
of these feelings that strike me, do we turn and shake, kiss and hug, and say goodbye
When we are faced with intense emotions, do we run away from them, confront them, or say goodbye to them?
we parry, from danger, though it's just ourselves
We try to defend ourselves from danger, even though the danger is often caused by our own actions or inactions.
our fighting, our aggression, no one wins a game
When we engage in fights and aggression, there are no real winners, only losers on both sides.
frustration oh frustration oh, is it too late to run
The frustration we feel may be overwhelming, and we may wonder if there's anything we can do to escape it.
disheveled, and weary, my body is melting down
We may be feeling physically and emotionally drained, and on the brink of collapse.
Contributed by Lucas Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.