Living Is Simple
Switchfoot Lyrics

The song "Living Is Simple" by Switchfoot seems to reflect on the themes of life, hope, and the struggle to keep things together. The repetition of the phrase "Living is simple" sets up a paradox, as the lyrics go on to describe how living can be difficult and falling apart can be easy. The opening lines suggest that living is governed by two basic forces: gravity and entropy. Gravity is the force that holds everything together, while entropy is the force that causes things to fall apart over time. The singer seems to be struggling with maintaining the balance between these two forces in their own life, as they admit to falling apart again and losing their cool.

Despite the struggle, there is a glimmer of hope. The repetition of the phrase "All will be made well" suggests a belief in redemption and a restoration of harmony. This is contrasted with the question "Is this fiction?" which speaks to the idea that the hope for redemption may seem too good to be true. However, the singer asserts their belief that hope is necessary in order to carry on. The idea of divine comedy is introduced, which asserts that even in the darkest of situations, there can be a sense of humor or irony. The final lines bring the song full circle, repeating the phrase "Living is simple" and then adding the line "Living is dying," which seems to acknowledge the transient nature of existence.