Out Of Time
Stone Temple Pilots Lyrics
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Suffering is critical in finding what you need
Deliverance is evidence there's more than what you say
Pain is there the moment that you wake up from your dreams
Oh, I know you can't tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
You've got to cross that line
Loneliness is beautiful, it leads you home again
Happiness is overrated, joy is infinite
Liberate the hate you feel before it's permanent
Smile when it hurts, it works like mother's medicine
Oh, I know you can't tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
You've got to cross that line
Yeah, you're running out of time
You've got to learn your lesson
To see what you've been missing
You've got to cross that line
Yeah, you've got to look inside
Yeah, it's time that you decide
Yeah, you've got to cross that line
Yeah, you're running out of time
In Stone Temple Pilots' song Out Of Time, the lyrics address themes of suffering and self-discovery. The opening line, "Longing is the animal inside you when you bleed," suggests that the pain of life is an integral part of the human experience. The following line, "Suffering is critical in finding what you need," implies that the challenges we face are necessary for personal growth.
The chorus, "Oh, I know you can't tithe / Oh, when you look inside yourself / You've got to cross that line / Yeah, you're running out of time," echoes the idea that self-reflection and introspection are essential in making positive changes in one's life. The metaphor of "crossing the line" suggests that we must confront our own fears and limitations in order to move forward.
The second verse addresses the importance of letting go of negative emotions and embracing positivity: "Liberate the hate you feel before it's permanent / Smile when it hurts, it works like mother's medicine." The song's final lines, "You've got to learn your lesson / To see what you've been missing / You've got to cross that line / Yeah, you're running out of time," offer a message of urgency and the need to take action in order to grow and find happiness.
Overall, Stone Temple Pilots' Out Of Time is a song that encourages introspection, growth, and the pursuit of personal happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Longing is the animal inside you when you bleed
When you're vulnerable and wounded, that's when your deepest desires and needs come to the surface.
Suffering is critical in finding what you need
Going through difficult experiences is necessary to discover and obtain what you truly require in life.
Deliverance is evidence there's more than what you say
Being set free from something proves that there's more to a situation than what you've been communicating to others.
Pain is there the moment that you wake up from your dreams
The harsh reality of life hits you immediately upon waking up from your fantasies.
Oh, I know you can't tithe
Giving a portion of your income as an offering to a religious institution won't solve your personal problems.
Oh, when you look inside yourself
When you reflect on who you truly are and what you want, that's when you'll find answers.
You've got to cross that line
You must take a leap of faith to move forward and make progress in your life.
Yeah, you're running out of time
Your time on earth is limited, so don't waste it and take action towards achieving your goals.
Loneliness is beautiful, it leads you home again
Feeling alone can be a valuable experience that guides you back to yourself and your true values.
Happiness is overrated, joy is infinite
Focusing solely on feeling happy is overemphasized in society, when in reality, finding joy in life is what truly matters.
Liberate the hate you feel before it's permanent
Release the negative emotions you hold onto before they become entrenched and difficult to overcome.
Smile when it hurts, it works like mother's medicine
Even when life is tough, putting on a smile and maintaining a positive attitude can have healing effects similar to a mother's care.
You've got to learn your lesson
Mistakes and failures are opportunities to gain wisdom and insight to help you grow and improve.
To see what you've been missing
By learning from your mistakes, you'll recognize what you've been overlooking or neglecting in your life.
Yeah, you've got to look inside
To truly understand yourself and your desires, you need to introspect and delve deep within yourself.
Yeah, it's time that you decide
Stop waiting for someone else to make decisions for you and take responsibility for your own choices.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chester C Bennington, Dean DeLeo, Eric Kretz, Robert Emile DeLeo
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Longing is the animal inside you when you bleed
Suffering is critical in finding what you need
Deliverance is evidence there's more than what you say
Pain is there the moment that you wake up from your dreams
Oh, I know you can't tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
You've got to cross that line
Yeah, you're running out of time
Loneliness is beautiful, it leads you home again
Happiness is overrated, joy is infinite
Liberate the hate you feel before it's permanent
Smile when it hurts, it works like mother's medicine
Oh, I know you can't tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
You've got to cross that line
Yeah, you're running out of time
You've got to learn your lesson to see what you've been missing
You've got to cross that line
Yeah, you've got to look inside
Yeah, it's time that you decide
Yeah, you've got to cross that line
Yeah, you're running out of time
@Joypap5
LYRICS
Longing is the animal inside you when you bleed
Suffering is critical in finding what you need
Deliverance is evidence there’s more than what you say
Pain is there the moment that you wake up from your dreams
Oh, I know you can’t tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
You’ve got to cross that line
Yeah, you’re running out of time
Loneliness is beautiful, it leads you home again
Happiness is overrated, joy is infinite
Liberate the hate you feel before it’s permanent
Smile when it hurts, it works like mother’s medicine
Oh, I know you can’t tithe
Oh, when you look inside yourself
you’ve got to cross that line
Yeah, you’re running out of time
You’ve got to learn your lesson to see what you’ve been missing
You’ve got to cross that line
Yeah, you’ve got to look inside
Yeah, it’s time that you decide
Yeah, you’ve got to cross that line
Yeah, you’re running out of time
@whysoserious5519
It's good to know that as of late people seem to appreciate this collaboration because Chester did a phenomenal job taking up the mic for STP. Scott was a helluva voice and will always be the original frontman, but Chester did a mighty fine job. RIP to them both.
@nicholas9667
chester was a huge stp fan
@JasonChamberlain
I like how Bennington is keeping his vocals in check to the STP sound.
@keithtroughton6823
Great song!
@myaccount5204
Scott was a great singer with a distinct style. Chester is the only human on earth that could effectively replace him.
@joshuaplatt5757
@@myaccount5204 and we lost both of them 😔
@beaubrockington1092
Its like putting a governor on a CR500😂
@MirkoS1995
RIP Chester. You and Scott will rock forever on the other side.
@gary9119
We've said goodbye to Kurt, Layne, Scott, and now Chris and Chester... Sad to say not many of the most influential ones left.
@jacobcarlsen929
Yeah, Eddie Vedder's the last great grunge artist. Well actually, David Grohl too