So Long
Suicide Machines Lyrics
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Show me something that's real
You never show me what's inside
The truth can never hide
How could such a simple argument turn into this
I thought that I knew everything about you
I pushed that flashing red button that set you off
I guess I didn't really know you as well as I thought I did
I guess I know all there is to know
I guess that I figured out what makes you do all the things you do
I guess I know everything there is to know
You know you make me want to say so long
You know you make me want to say goodbye (goodbye)
How could you do all the things that you've done to me
And still have the nerve to say we're still friends I don't know
They tell me that it's all a part of growing up and being scared
When I was down and out where were you
You weren't there!
The lyrics to Suicide Machines' song "So Long" express the frustration and disappointment of a person who thought they knew someone well only to realize that they didn't truly know them at all. The song highlights the theme of betrayal and how it can lead to the breakdown of even the closest relationships. The opening line, "You never considered how I feel," indicates a lack of empathy and emotional connection between the two individuals. The person in the song expresses a desire for honesty and authenticity, wanting to see what's inside, and rejects any attempts to hide the truth.
The second verse of the song speaks to a specific argument that caused a rift between the two individuals. The line "I pushed that flashing red button that set you off" suggests that the person knowingly triggered a negative reaction, potentially out of frustration or anger. This action proves to be a turning point in the relationship, causing the person to realize that they didn't know the other person as well as they thought. By the end of the song, the person has decided to say "so long" and goodbye, having been hurt too many times and feeling as though the other person wasn't truly there for them.
Overall, "So Long" is a powerful exploration of the pain and confusion that can arise from broken relationships. It paints a vivid picture of the frustration and disappointment that can accompany the realization that we don't really know the people we thought we did.
Line by Line Meaning
You never considered how I feel
You never cared about my feelings
Show me something that's real
Prove to me that there is something genuine in our relationship
You never show me what's inside
You never open up to me or reveal your true self
The truth can never hide
I know the reality of our situation can't be concealed
How could such a simple argument turn into this
I can't believe something so minor could escalate into this level of conflict
I thought that I knew everything about you
I believed I had a complete understanding of your character and personality
I pushed that flashing red button that set you off
I provoked you and triggered your negative behavior
I guess I didn't really know you as well as I thought I did
I now realize that my understanding of you was incomplete or inaccurate
I guess that I figured out everything about you
I originally believed that I had comprehended all aspects of your identity
I guess I know all there is to know
To my disappointment, I now know that I was wrong and that there is more to learn
I guess that I figured out what makes you do all the things you do
I believed I had determined the motivations behind your actions
I guess I know everything there is to know
Regrettably, I now understand that I was misguided and did not know the full story
You know you make me want to say so long
Your behavior has made me want to end our relationship
You know you make me want to say goodbye (goodbye)
I am now ready to part ways with you permanently
How could you do all the things that you've done to me
I wonder how you could have mistreated me in such a way
And still have the nerve to say we're still friends I don't know
Despite your wrongdoings, you still claim that we can remain friends, which I find hard to believe
They tell me that it's all a part of growing up and being scared
People suggest that your behavior is normal for someone who is young and fearful
When I was down and out where were you
When I needed help and support, you were not there for me
You weren't there!
Your absence in a time of need is further evidence of your lack of concern for me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL JAY LUKACINSKY
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Roger Martinez
you never considered how I feel
show me something thats real
you never show me whats inside
the truth can never hide
How could such a simple argument turn into this
I thought that I knew everything about you
I pushed that flashing red button that set you off
I guess I didnt really know you as well as I thought I did
I guess that I figured out everything about you
I guess I know all there is to know
I guess that I figured out what makes you do all the things you do
I guess I know everything there is to know
You know you make me want to say so long
You know you make me wanna say goodbye....(goodbye)
How could you do all the things that you've done to me
and still have the nerve to say we're still friends I don't know
They tell me that it's all a part of growing up and being scared
When I was down and out where were you
You weren't there!
Ethan Anadon
Crazy how underrated they are
Timmy Turtle
Underrated and they have 107k views lol
Finna Fish
@Timmy Turtle still, people never talk about them. My friends love punk and had never heard of them until I showed em
Patrick McCue
When I saw them live last summer in Cleveland at one of the very few shows they play a year I sang this entire song with Jay into the mic with his arm around around my neck. fucking best show ever
Lauri Saarinen
This song is really powerful. The whole album is amazing but So Long and Break The Glass stand out for me as special.
Ann a
Used to love this album when i was young, i forgot all bout it but i wanted to show my 14 year old daughter the vans song..thought shed be surprised someone qrote a song about shoes...she wants vans for her birthday..now im sitting here listening to the rest
cesar benavides
es genial esta banda
Roger Martinez
you never considered how I feel
show me something thats real
you never show me whats inside
the truth can never hide
How could such a simple argument turn into this
I thought that I knew everything about you
I pushed that flashing red button that set you off
I guess I didnt really know you as well as I thought I did
I guess that I figured out everything about you
I guess I know all there is to know
I guess that I figured out what makes you do all the things you do
I guess I know everything there is to know
You know you make me want to say so long
You know you make me wanna say goodbye....(goodbye)
How could you do all the things that you've done to me
and still have the nerve to say we're still friends I don't know
They tell me that it's all a part of growing up and being scared
When I was down and out where were you
You weren't there!
Patrick McCue
Was at the show in Cleveland last month, made my way to the front for this song, Jay put his arm around me and we both sang our fucking hearts out into the mic almost the entire song. my life is complete.
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ
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