Point/Counterpoint
Streetlight Manifesto Lyrics


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I've got a gun in my hand but that gun won't cock
My finger's on the trigger but that trigger seems locked
And I can't stop staring at the tick tock clock
And even if I could I would never give up.
With a vest on my chest, a bullet in my lung
I can't believe I'm dying with my song unsung.
If and when I die won't you bury me alone?
'Cause I'll never get to heaven if I'm singing this song.

If there was something wrong would you be oh so strong?
Would you do what it takes to move this hollow life along?
I'd like to think I would, you know I'd like to think I would
But I guarantee that what you see is not reality
And every time I make a point, she makes a counterpoint
She said it's easy but in the end you'll have no choice
And you know that's only just the way it goes
You said it right man, That is just the way it goes

And the days, and the days they seem like forever
And the days, and the days they seem like forever
But forever isn't ever enough!!
I'd like to sing a song
Please swear you won't be long!
I'll try not to be long but I don't want to get this story wrong
There was a kid who never cared about the little things
Don't even bother because I'm tired and I'm sick of it
And every time she makes a point I'll make a counterpoint!
She said It's easy but in the end you'll have no choice
And you know that's only just the way it goes
You said it right man, that is just the way it goes

I've got a gun in my hand but that gun won't cock
My finger's on the trigger but that trigger seems locked
And I can't stop staring at the tick tock clock
And even if I could I would never give up.
With a vest on my chest, a bullet in my lung
I can't believe I'm dying with my song unsung.
If and when I die won't you bury me alone?
'Cause I'll never get to heaven if I'm singing this song.

Oh, You don't know where I've been!
Oh, You don't know what I've seen!

If I did something right
Would you give up this fight?
Would you say you were wrong and maybe someone else was kind of right
I'd like to think you would
You know I'd like to think you would
But I can't guarantee that what you get is an apology
Jump back to the day we met
I never thought that it would end this way
If ever I let you down I want to ask of you
To take it down a notch and we can talk it on through

And the days, and the days they seem like forever
And the days, and the days they seem like forever
But forever isn't ever enough!!
I'd like to sing a song
Please swear you won't be long!
I'll try not to be long but I don't want to get this story wrong
There was a kid who never cared about the little things
Don't even bother because I still don't give a shit
And every time she makes a point I'll make a counterpoint!
She said it's easy but in the end you'll have no choice
And you know that's only just the way it goes
You said it right man, that is just the way it goes

I've got a gun in my hand but that gun won't cock
My finger's on the trigger but that trigger seems locked
And I can't stop staring at the tick tock clock
And even if I could I would never give up.
With a vest on my chest, a bullet in my lung
I can't believe I'm dying with my song unsung.
If and when I die won't you bury me alone?
'Cause I'll never get to heaven if I'm singing this song.

Oh, You don't know where I've been!
Oh, You don't know what I've seen!

So tell me friend, How's it going to end?
When the shit goes down and there's no one left Around to get your back
You'll crack
You'll smile and agree with everything they say
They'll try to tell you that it's all okay
But it's not and you're shot and you're bleeding pretty bad
And You can't stop thinking about the things you never had
Like a wife and a kid and the things you never did
You're running around
You're living a life that's empty in the end, my friend

No, You'll take back all you've said
Oh, When the regrets fill your head

Trust me I've been there before
I would not wish it upon my greatest enemy
What Irony!
Once friends, but I find
You'll have to learn this lesson on your own

So I waited by the phone but that phone never rang
And I sang so loud so I wouldn't hear the bang
When the bang never came and I never got the call
Fuck You! Thank You! I Love You All!
Some are going to say that we're doomed to repeat
All our past mistakes
Great!
But that's not me
And even if it was I would always disagree
Because in the end I always get the better of me

I've got a gun in my hand but that gun won't cock
My finger's on the trigger but that trigger seems locked
And I can't stop staring at the tick tock clock
And even if I could I would never give up.
With a vest on my chest, a bullet in my lung
I can't believe I'm dying with my song unsung.
If and when I die won't you bury me alone?
'Cause I'll never get to heaven if I'm singing this song.





Oh, I'll take you where I've been!
Oh, I'll show you what I've seen!

Overall Meaning

The song "Point/Counterpoint" by Streetlight Manifesto is a song that seems to be about hopelessness and the feeling of being stuck in a situation one can't get out of. The lyrics of the song paint a picture of a person who is holding a gun, contemplating their life and the things they have left behind. They feel as though they have been cheated out of their chance at life, and that no matter what they do, they will never be able to achieve their dreams.


The song also deals with the idea of confrontation, but not in the usual sense. The confrontation in the song is not a physical one, but rather a mental one. The person in the song is faced with conflicting thoughts and emotions, and they are struggling to come up with a solution. The chorus reinforces the idea that the person is feeling trapped and that they are running out of time. They know they need to make a decision, but they feel as though they can't.


Overall, the song is a poignant exploration of the human emotions of hopelessness, conflict and desperation. It speaks to the feeling of being trapped and the inability to find a way out.


Interesting facts about "Point/Counterpoint":


Interesting Facts
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Line by Line Meaning

I've got a gun in my hand but that gun won't cock
I have a tool for defense but it doesn't work


My finger's on the trigger but that trigger seems locked
I'm ready to defend myself, but something is holding me back


And I can't stop staring at the tick tock clock
Time seems to be running out, and I'm anxious about it


And even if I could I would never give up.
I'm determined to keep fighting, despite the odds


With a vest on my chest, a bullet in my lung
I'm wounded and vulnerable


I can't believe I'm dying with my song unsung.
I'm leaving this world with regrets


If and when I die won't you bury me alone?
I don't want anyone to mourn me or celebrate my life


'Cause I'll never get to heaven if I'm singing this song.
I'm afraid I won't be rewarded for expressing myself


If there was something wrong would you be oh so strong?
Are you capable of handling adversity?


Would you do what it takes to move this hollow life along?
Are you willing to take action to improve your life?


I'd like to think I would, you know I'd like to think I would
I want to be optimistic about my abilities


But I guarantee that what you see is not reality
My projections might not be accurate


And every time I make a point, she makes a counterpoint
I'm engaged in a back-and-forth argument


She said it's easy but in the end you'll have no choice
My opponent is confident about their position


And you know that's only just the way it goes
This is a common dynamic in arguments


You said it right man, That is just the way it goes
I agree with your assessment


And the days, and the days they seem like forever
Time stretches out when you're feeling bad


But forever isn't ever enough!!
No amount of time would be sufficient to feel better


I'd like to sing a song
I want to express myself


Please swear you won't be long!
I hope you'll listen to me without interruption


I'll try not to be long but I don't want to get this story wrong
I want to be truthful and accurate


There was a kid who never cared about the little things
Let me tell you a story


Don't even bother because I'm tired and I'm sick of it
I'm frustrated and don't want to engage anymore


And every time she makes a point I'll make a counterpoint!
I'm not giving up the argument


She said It's easy but in the end you'll have no choice
My opponent is confident about their position


You said it right man, that is just the way it goes
I agree with your assessment


Oh, You don't know where I've been!
You don't understand my experiences


Oh, You don't know what I've seen!
You don't understand the things I've witnessed


If I did something right
Imagine if I acted correctly


Would you give up this fight?
Would the argument be over if I did the right thing?


Would you say you were wrong and maybe someone else was kind of right
Would you admit that you weren't completely right?


I'd like to think you would
I hope you're reasonable enough to do that


You know I'd like to think you would
I have faith in you


But I can't guarantee that what you get is an apology
My overtures might not be enough for you


Jump back to the day we met
Let's revisit a memory together


I never thought that it would end this way
I'm surprised at how things have turned out


If ever I let you down I want to ask of you
If I disappoint you, can you help me make amends?


To take it down a notch and we can talk it on through
Let's have a more calm and constructive conversation


Don't even bother because I still don't give a shit
I haven't changed my mind and don't want to discuss it further


So tell me friend, How's it going to end?
Where do you think we're headed?


When the shit goes down and there's no one left Around to get your back
In a moment of crisis, will you have any support?


You'll crack
You'll break down under the pressure


You'll smile and agree with everything they say
You'll try to appease others to avoid conflict


They'll try to tell you that it's all okay
Others will try to reassure you


But it's not and you're shot and you're bleeding pretty bad
Things are much worse than people realize


And You can't stop thinking about the things you never had
Your regrets weigh heavily on your mind


Like a wife and a kid and the things you never did
You wish you had a family and had done more with your life


You're running around
You're trying to get everything done in the limited time you have left


You're living a life that's empty in the end, my friend
Your life feels meaningless in retrospect


No, You'll take back all you've said
You'll regret the things you've done


Oh, When the regrets fill your head
You'll feel overwhelmed by remorse


Trust me I've been there before
I know what that feels like


I would not wish it upon my greatest enemy
It's a terrible experience that you wouldn't want anyone else to go through


What Irony!
Isn't it ironic how life turns out sometimes?


Once friends, but I find
We used to be close, but not anymore


You'll have to learn this lesson on your own
I can't teach you everything you need to know


So I waited by the phone but that phone never rang
I hoped for something that never came


And I sang so loud so I wouldn't hear the bang
I tried to drown out a painful sound


When the bang never came and I never got the call
What I hoped for never materialized


Fuck You! Thank You! I Love You All!
I have conflicting emotions and don't know how to express them


Some are going to say that we're doomed to repeat
People will argue that we can't escape our patterns


All our past mistakes
We've made a lot of errors in the past


Great!
That's just what I needed to hear


But that's not me
I don't believe that I'm destined to fail


And even if it was I would always disagree
I refuse to accept that I'm powerless


Because in the end I always get the better of me
I'm in control of my own outcomes, for better or worse


Oh, I'll take you where I've been!
Let me show you my experiences


Oh, I'll show you what I've seen!
Let me give you a glimpse into my world




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