Fitting The Mold
Surf Rock is Dead Lyrics
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Control
Don't speak
So slow
Wake up
Don't stop
Ignore
The clock
Don't sleep
Repeat
Your soul
Depletes
The end
No sight
Relief
Alive
And now the sun is gone
The lyrics to Surf Rock is Dead's song "Fitting The Mold" seem to touch upon themes of conformity, control, and the passage of time. The opening lines of "Command, control, don't speak, so slow" create a sense of restriction and suppression. It implies that one is being told how to behave or conform to certain norms, while also being discouraged from expressing oneself freely. The repetition of these commands emphasizes the idea of being trapped in a rigid mold and not having the ability to break free.
As the song progresses, the lyrics shift focus to the detrimental effects of this conformity. Phrases like "wake up, don't stop, ignore the clock" suggest a constant state of busyness and disregard for personal well-being. The line "don't sleep, repeat, your soul depletes" further emphasizes the toll this conformity takes on individuals. It suggests that by continuously following societal expectations without question, one loses touch with their true self, leading to spiritual exhaustion.
The song concludes with the line "And now the sun is gone," which could be interpreted as a metaphorical representation of hope and vitality disappearing. It signifies that the consequences of fitting the mold and conforming blindly have left the person feeling empty and devoid of joy. Overall, "Fitting The Mold" seems to serve as a critique of societal pressures to conform and the detrimental effects it can have on one's personal growth and well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Command
Dictate
Control
Manipulate
Don't speak
Remain silent
So slow
Lethargic
Wake up
Become aware
Don't stop
Persist
Ignore
Disregard
The clock
Time passing
Don't sleep
Stay awake
Repeat
Reiterate
Your soul
Your essence
Depletes
Diminishes
The end
The conclusion
No sight
No vision
Relief
Respite
Alive
Existing
And now the sun is gone
And now it's dark
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Natalie Migliore
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Andrés HL
Es lo más cool que he escuchado! :')
Nancy Kote
This was fknnn amazing.. so good
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76viobo
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David Hidayat
Debuted in my weekly personal indie chart on May 20, 2018 edition :)
Luis Valcarcel
Nice tune!
Sky McElroy
this music video is better than any John Cheever or Raymond Carver novel i've ever read.
Lawrence Zeller
He's working late, it's 9:30 pm, and he's thinking of what he could be doing if not stuck at his desk. Or is it 9:30 am, and he just got to work, and having those same thoughts? Fun video!
z zed
What a great tune...great vid...cheers!