Thank You
Swans Lyrics


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Thank you for the scars you left
My skin is thicker now
There is something in my chest
I know where it comes from now
I will try something new
I will fall and fall again
Deep down I knew
I’m stronger ‘cause I've failed
And maybe
One day
I ‘ll stop to cry
And maybe
One day
I’ll hit the ground
But I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
But I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
And maybe I’ll stop to cry
You couldn’t suck all my veins
I think I’ve suffered enough
I am free from all my chains
I will never give up now
Thank you for hurting me
Thank you for making me cry
Thank you for lying to me
My freedom is all my pride
But maybe
One day
I ‘ll stop to cry
And maybe
One day
I’ll hit the ground
But I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down
And I won’t let me down
I won’t let me down




I won’t let me down
And maybe I’ll stop to cry

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Swans' song "Thank You" are open to interpretation, as is common with the band's work. The lines "Talk to me, tell me the truth" can be seen as a plea for honesty and transparency in a relationship or communication in general. However, the following lines "This smells sour, burn me now" suggest a willingness to endure pain and discomfort rather than face the truth. This could be interpreted as a reflection of the human tendency to avoid confrontation or hard truths.


The repeated phrase "Thank you" throughout the song could be seen as ironic or sarcastic. Rather than expressing gratitude, the phrase is used to convey a sense of resignation, acceptance, or even bitterness. The lines "This sells sour, burn my face" could be interpreted as a rejection of false or insincere expressions of gratitude or appreciation.


Line by Line Meaning

Talk To Me
Share your thoughts and feelings with me


Tell Me The Truth
Speak honestly and openly, without fear of judgment


This Sells Sour
This situation or decision will ultimately lead to negativity or harm


Burn My Face
Confront me with the harsh reality of the situation, even if it is painful


This Smells Sour
The situation has a foul odor or unpleasant aspect that should not be ignored


Burn Me Now
Force me to face the consequences of my actions immediately, without delay




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Julie Bin

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Comments from YouTube:

k n

I've always thought this song was catchy. Don't get me wrong - really abrasive, but still catchy.

Thugnificent

The music sounds like an industrial murder factory

Leonardo Nolde

Used to work in a slaughter house, can confirm, sounds like that place.

Lex "August" Eliason

Beautiful music from beautiful people

sfakianos7

Westberg is an underrated person

Erich Ising

And he is such an incredibly nice person!! I spent an evening with him at one of his solo gigs in Cincinnati...

donocono

he is a genius in his own right. such extremely inventive guitar playing

Kool Legged

Still some of the most bewitching guitar I've heard. Most guitarists need a pedal board the size of a small country to what he does with barely any effects.

alexandre albalustro

For a moment I thought it was Helmet. Now I know where Helmet and Godflesh were inspired.

Feukka 1

alexandre albalustro i like Helmet... Idk that i'd throw them in with Swans and Godflesh. But yeah Swans were Godflesh's biggest influence.

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