A Wolf in Cheap Clothing
Thank You Scientist Lyrics


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With summer gone and winter near she whispers sad but true
Maybe need some time away, thinking there's a better place than here
Somewhere where the sun still shines
Where love sees through the lies
Where pain all but real to me

Got you a hole, get up from you knees
This feeling is free
So if I still say we're players in this game, not pawns we're ment to see the day when
Love lives in perfect harmony with soul

Here in this moment
You never needed much more than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
By forgiving those along the way
Sorry I can't be all that you want, there you go
There you go like you're miserable
And love you'll buy for what's to come

Get yourself up off the ground
Got you down again, way down again
You're still falling in love with the enemies here
They (?)
You're feeling like you're weighed down
Don't reach it, don't lean back
They got you, you're right where they want you now
Worried (?)

You let your back get burned
Always an honest now, honest now
You let your back get burned
Always an honest now, honest now

It's beyond our control
Those woods that you said,
They slipped through your hands
You may be alone but I still feel your phone
Not afraid of open water

Here in this moment
You never needed much more than this
Not decide to feed the fear
Let it go over the pain
Live and know you've got nothing to hide
Here in this moment
You never needed much more than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
By forgiving those along the way
Sorry I can't be
Sorry right now, I won't back down
I won't back

Don't back down
Feed him like the wolf in the (?)
Don't back down
Feed him like the wolf, feed him like the wolf
Don't back down
Don't back down
Don't back down




Feed him like the wolf in the (?)
And you'll die alone

Overall Meaning

The song "A Wolf in Cheap Clothing" by Thank You Scientist is a contemplation on love, loss, and the search for meaning. The first verse talks about the changing of the seasons, symbolizing the passage of time and the need for change. The singer in the song is in search of a better place, somewhere that is not here, and where the sun still shines. She is looking for a place where love is true and pain is not a constant companion. The singer is tired of the life she's leading and needs to escape to find a better existence.


The chorus of the song is a call to action, telling the singer to get up and move forward. It's a message of hope and strength, reminding her that she's not a pawn in the game of life but a player. The chorus also talks about the perfect harmony between love and soul, suggesting that true love is a spiritual connection and not just an emotional one. The second verse is a direct message to the singer, telling her that she doesn't need much more than what she has now to be happy. It encourages her to forgive those who have wronged her along the way, and to let go of the pain and fear that holds her back.


The bridge of the song talks about things that are beyond our control, such as lost opportunities and missed chances. It also speaks to the loneliness that comes with searching for a better life, but reminds us that we are never truly alone. The final chorus is a call to action to not back down and to feed the wolf within, meaning to confront our fears and doubts and to not let them deter us from our goals. The line "and you'll die alone" is a stark reminder that we only have one chance to live, so we must make the most of it and not let fear control us.


Line by Line Meaning

With summer gone and winter near she whispers sad but true
The passing of time is inevitable, and it can bring about melancholy reflections.


Maybe need some time away, thinking there's a better place than here
Taking a break from the routine can help to gain perspective and identify what truly brings happiness.


Somewhere where the sun still shines
A place where there is still hope and positivity can be a much-needed escape from gloom.


Where love sees through the lies
Love can bring a light of understanding and clarity to situations that might otherwise be shrouded in confusion or deception.


Where pain all but real to me
In a place where true pain is acknowledged, it can be confronted and ultimately resolved.


Got you a hole, get up from you knees
There is a way out of despair, but one must be proactive and not simply wait for things to improve on their own.


This feeling is free
Breaking free from emotional burdens can feel liberating and empowering.


So if I still say we're players in this game, not pawns we're ment to see the day when
We have agency and influence over our lives, and are capable of making meaningful choices that shape our experiences.


Love lives in perfect harmony with soul
When love is in alignment with our innermost selves and values, it can bring greater fulfillment and purpose.


Here in this moment
It's important to live in the present and appreciate what we have, rather than constantly worrying about what we lack.


You never needed much more than this
Sometimes, simplicity is all that is needed to find contentment and joy.


To satisfy your only wish
We each have unique desires and goals in life, and satisfying them can bring us a sense of completion.


To feel your heart forever growing
Expanding one's capacity for love and connection is a lifelong journey that can bring ongoing fulfillment.


By forgiving those along the way
Forgiveness is important for moving forward and finding peace, even when others have caused harm or disappointment.


Sorry I can't be all that you want, there you go
It's not always possible to meet the expectations of others, and sometimes it's healthier to acknowledge this and move on.


There you go like you're miserable
Holding onto bitterness or resentment can keep us stuck in a negative emotional state.


And love you'll buy for what's to come
Investing in love and relationships can have long-term benefits, even if there are no guarantees of perfection.


Got you down again, way down again
Life can be full of setbacks and challenges, but we can continue to rise up and face them with resilience.


You're still falling in love with the enemies here
Sometimes we become attached to people or situations that are harmful or toxic, even if we know better.


They (?)
Unclear meaning without more context.


You're feeling like you're weighed down
Emotional burdens can feel heavy and suffocating, and may require effort to release.


Don't reach it, don't lean back
When we encounter adversity, it's important not to retreat or give up, but to stay engaged and proactive.


They got you, you're right where they want you now
Those who seek to control or manipulate us can be very skilled at keeping us trapped and disempowered.


Worried (?)
Unclear meaning without more context.


You let your back get burned
Being burned or hurt by others can cause us to become more cautious or defensive in future interactions.


Always an honest now, honest now
It's important to communicate truthfully and openly with others, and also to be honest with ourselves about our own feelings and motivations.


It's beyond our control
There are some things in life that we cannot change or influence, and it's important to accept this reality rather than fighting against it.


Those woods that you said,
Unclear meaning without more context.


They slipped through your hands
Opportunities or experiences that we hoped for or expected can sometimes elude us, and it can be painful to accept their absence.


You may be alone but I still feel your phone
Even when we feel isolated or disconnected from others, there may still be a sense of connection or support from afar.


Not afraid of open water
Having courage and resilience in the face of uncertainty or vulnerability can be empowering and affirming.


Not decide to feed the fear
Choosing not to let fear control us can be a powerful act of resistance and liberation.


Let it go over the pain
Sometimes the only way to move beyond pain is to fully experience and acknowledge it, rather than trying to ignore or suppress it.


Live and know you've got nothing to hide
Living transparently and honestly can bring a sense of freedom and authenticity.


Sorry right now, I won't back down
It's okay to apologize for past actions, but it's also important to stand firm in one's convictions when needed.


Don't back down
Standing up for oneself and one's values can be a courageous and necessary act.


Feed him like the wolf in the (?)
Unclear meaning without more context.


And you'll die alone
Continuing to prioritize negative or harmful behaviors or attitudes can lead to long-term consequences and isolation.




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Keila Fleischbein

It's summer gone and winter near
She whispers sad but true
Maybe need some time away
Thinking there's a better place
Than here

Somewhere that the sun still shines
When love sees through their lies
Where pain is all but real
To me

Got you digging a hole
Get up from your knees
This feeling is real

So we're fast to say
We're players in this game
Not pawns were meant to see the day
When mind lives
In perfect harmony
With soul

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
While forgiving those who know the way


Sorry I can't be all that you want
There you go
There you go
Like you're miserable now
And you worry about the worst to come

Pick yourself up off the ground
Got you down again
Way down again

You're still falling in love with the enemies' air
They try like hell to stone
You beyond repair

You're feeling like you're wave drum
Don't mean shit
Drumming that

It guts you
You're right where
They want you now
Worried about all them sounds

You let your black flag burn
Always an endless smile
Endless smile


You let your black flag burn
Always an endless smile
Endless smile

It's beyond our control
The reason the sand
Can slip through your hands

You may be alone
But I still feel your form
Not afraid
Of open Water

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this, yeah

When love inside
To feel the field
Let it go over the plain
Let them know you've got nothing to hide

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
While forgiving those who know the way


Sorry
I can't be
I'm sorry now
I won't back down

(and I won't back...)

Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf and they're cutting like the blade

Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf
Feeling like the wolf

Don't back down (like the wolf)
Don't back down
Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf and they got you down

And you're down low



All comments from YouTube:

Keila Fleischbein

It's summer gone and winter near
She whispers sad but true
Maybe need some time away
Thinking there's a better place
Than here

Somewhere that the sun still shines
When love sees through their lies
Where pain is all but real
To me

Got you digging a hole
Get up from your knees
This feeling is real

So we're fast to say
We're players in this game
Not pawns were meant to see the day
When mind lives
In perfect harmony
With soul

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
While forgiving those who know the way


Sorry I can't be all that you want
There you go
There you go
Like you're miserable now
And you worry about the worst to come

Pick yourself up off the ground
Got you down again
Way down again

You're still falling in love with the enemies' air
They try like hell to stone
You beyond repair

You're feeling like you're wave drum
Don't mean shit
Drumming that

It guts you
You're right where
They want you now
Worried about all them sounds

You let your black flag burn
Always an endless smile
Endless smile


You let your black flag burn
Always an endless smile
Endless smile

It's beyond our control
The reason the sand
Can slip through your hands

You may be alone
But I still feel your form
Not afraid
Of open Water

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this, yeah

When love inside
To feel the field
Let it go over the plain
Let them know you've got nothing to hide

Here in this moment
You never needed much more
Than this
To satisfy your only wish
To feel your heart forever growing
While forgiving those who know the way


Sorry
I can't be
I'm sorry now
I won't back down

(and I won't back...)

Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf and they're cutting like the blade

Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf
Feeling like the wolf

Don't back down (like the wolf)
Don't back down
Don't back down
Feeling like the wolf and they got you down

And you're down low

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