Control
TheBirthdayMassacre Lyrics
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They're taking in the new girls
Two faced, too poised to shed a tear
No memory to speak of
Past in the night we didn't hear
The fading breath of your love
We lose control of the moments
A new love, forever
Look the other way
You see through me
A new trend, indifference
You are a child of privilege
Your reputation leads you
All trace of light will disappear
You're falling into season
Their every word is insincere
There is no time for reason
We lose control of the moments
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way
You see through me
A new trend, indifference
Remember our childhood
It's not quite the same
A pale hue of new blood
They all know your name
We lose control of the moments
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way
You see through me
A new trend, indifference
The lyrics of TheBirthdayMassacre's song "Control" are a critique of the society that we live in, where we often fall victims to trends and social pressures. The song describes the way people in power manipulate the masses and control them through fear, insincerity and indifference. The opening lines, "They're on the side of caution, they're taking in the new girls," suggest that those in power are wary of newcomers and always looking to control them, while the lines "Two faced, too poised to shed a tear, no memory to speak of, past in the night we didn't hear, the fading breath of your love" describe how they operate - cold and calculated, with no compassion or empathy.
The chorus, "We lose control of the moments, another trend goes out of season, a new love, forever, look the other way, you see through me, a new trend, indifference," talks about how we succumb to these trends and how love is just one more trend that comes and goes. The lines "You are a child of privilege, your reputation leads you, all trace of light will disappear, you're falling into season, their every word is insincere, there is no time for reason" describe how those in power manipulate young people, and how they will disappear once they are of no use to them. The bridge, "Remember our childhood, it's not quite the same, a pale hue of new blood, they all know your name," is a nostalgic reminder of a time when we were innocent and free, contrasting sharply with the cynicism and indifference of the present.
Line by Line Meaning
Their on the side of caution
They are being overly cautious to avoid any potential harm or risk.
They're taking in the new girls
They are accepting and welcoming new individuals into their group.
Two faced, too poised to shed a tear
They are insincere and untrustworthy, but maintain a composed facade even in emotional situations.
No memory to speak of
There is nothing significant or worth remembering about the past experiences with these individuals.
Past in the night we didn't hear
Previous events or actions were disregarded or overlooked by those involved.
The fading breath of your love
The love that was once felt is gradually disappearing or diminishing.
We lose control of the moments
We cannot always control what happens in our lives or the impact that life events will have on us.
Another trend goes out of season
Something that was once popular or trendy is becoming less popular or unfashionable.
A new love, forever
A new love interest or relationship seems to be long-lasting and significant.
Look the other way
To consciously avoid or ignore something in order to maintain peace or avoid conflict.
You see through me
You are able to easily recognize my true intentions or actions, even if I try to hide them.
A new trend, indifference
A new wave of apathy or lack of concern for important issues or events.
You are a child of privilege
You come from a privileged background or lifestyle.
Your reputation leads you
You are influenced or guided by the reputation or expectations others have of you.
All trace of light will disappear
All signs of hope or positivity will eventually fade away or disappear.
You're falling into season
You are conforming to societal expectations or trends.
Their every word is insincere
Others cannot be trusted to be genuine or honest in their words or actions.
There is no time for reason
There is no opportunity or willingness to logically analyze or understand a situation or decision.
Remember our childhood
Recall the memories and experiences we shared during our youth.
It's not quite the same
Things have changed and are not identical to how they were before.
A pale hue of new blood
New individuals, experiences, or perspectives have been added but are not as significant or impactful as before.
They all know your name
You are well-known or infamous within a certain group or community.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CLIVE JOHN WEBBE, JEFFREY ROSE, MARTYN FORD, RICHARD FRANCIS GLOVER
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Nero
Err on the side of caution
They're taking in the new girls
(Two faced, too poised to shed a tear)
No memory to speak of
(Passed in the night, we didn't hear)
The fading breath of your love
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
You are a child of privilege
Your reputation leads you
(All trace of life will disappear)
You're falling into season
(Their every word is insincere)
There is no time for reason
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
Remember our childhood
It's not quite the same
A pale hue of new blood
They all know your name
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
Nero
Err on the side of caution
They're taking in the new girls
(Two faced, too poised to shed a tear)
No memory to speak of
(Passed in the night, we didn't hear)
The fading breath of your love
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
You are a child of privilege
Your reputation leads you
(All trace of life will disappear)
You're falling into season
(Their every word is insincere)
There is no time for reason
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
Remember our childhood
It's not quite the same
A pale hue of new blood
They all know your name
We lose control of the moment
Another trend goes out of season
A new love, forever
Look the other way, you see through me
A new trend: indifference
Johnny B
This great song deserves an official video. Music at its very best.
Nobody of importance
This might be my favourite band of all time
Vynex
This album is beautiful :D Love this song so much!!
shadowslayer
Found this song while looking at an old book. I had used the band picture for a bookmark as a teenager. This is amazing, it helps me to sleep.
thomas63985yin
Well, I almost finish listening that whole album:) Beautiful song. I can't live without TBM!
xvirthnorth
Still have this album and is amazing, still fresh like 1st time listening. Love TBM!
Lexie Whitehead
I've been brousing their new album songs here on youtube and so far this is my favorite! TBM has been an awesome band from the very beggining! they are so original and fantastic. How can you not like these guys?!
FashionZombies27
The whole album was great!!!this band will never upset you!!!:D
NasikaSakura
This, to me, sounds like young 'love' where youths so unconcerned with other things 'fall in love forever' with one person, and then soon after, much like a trend that goes out of season, they fall out of love and into love with another.