Don't Be So Hard
The Audition Lyrics
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The name of the game is humiliation,
And thanks for your admiration.
I never thought I'd say this:
The way that we play has such confrontation:
Guilt by association.
"Hold me, hold me"
"I can't, can't, I swear I can't let you."
"It's all in your hands but I'll do what I can,
So you can do what you have to."
Don't think too hard about it,
You never knew I'd get this far,
Would get this far without you.
Relax, stand back and watch it happen.
I'll wave my goodbyes into the night and say
"Hold me, hold me"
"If I were to"
"I can't, can't, I swear I can't let you."
"It's all in your hands but I'll do what I can,
So you can do what you have to."
Say you'll never, ever. Say you'll never, ever.
Say you'll never let me go.
Say you'll never, ever. Say you'll never, ever.
Say you'll never tell a soul.
"Hold me, hold me"
"If I were to"
"I can't, can't, I swear I can't let you."
"It's all in your hands but I'll do what I can,
So you can do what you have to."
The Audition's song "Don't Be So Hard" is an upbeat and inspiring tune about perseverance and self-love. The lyrics encourage listeners to not be too critical of themselves and to not give up on their dreams. The song's title is repeated throughout the chorus, reminding the listener that we can be our own worst critic, and sometimes need a reminder to go easy on ourselves.
The name of the game is humiliation, as stated in the lyrics, refers to the fact that life can be challenging and difficult. However, it's through these experiences that we grow, learn, and become stronger. The lyrics also address guilt by association, highlighting the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences.
The line "It's all in your hands but I'll do what I can / So you can do what you have to" is particularly motivational, encouraging listeners to take control of their lives and achieve their goals. The chorus repeats the line "hold me, hold me," which can be interpreted as a call for support and encouragement from loved ones.
Overall, the lyrics of "Don't Be So Hard" promote a message of positivity and resilience, encouraging listeners to persevere and not give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be so hard on yourself
Don't criticize yourself too much.
The name of the game is humiliation,
The nature of the situation is embarrassing and shameful.
And thanks for your admiration.
Thank you for acknowledging and appreciating me.
I never thought I'd say this:
I never expected to express this sentiment.
The way that we play has such confrontation:
Our approach to this has a confrontational tone.
Guilt by association.
Being connected or associated with someone or something can make you feel guilty by extension.
"Hold me, hold me"
This is what I want or need from you emotionally.
"If I were to"
In a hypothetical scenario where something could happen.
"I can't, can't, I swear I can't let you."
I'm unable to allow you to do something, and I'm being sincere about it.
"It's all in your hands but I'll do what I can,
You have the power to make the decision, but I'll do my best to influence the outcome.
So you can do what you have to."
Allowing you to carry out what needs to be done when you're ready.
Don't think too hard about it,
Don't overanalyze or stress too much over it.
You never knew I'd get this far,
You never thought I would achieve this level of success or accomplishment.
Would get this far without you.
I don't necessarily need you to accomplish what I have, but I appreciate your support along the way.
Relax, stand back and watch it happen.
Take it easy and observe as things unfold.
I'll wave my goodbyes into the night and say
I'll bid you farewell into the dark and hope for the best.
"Say you'll never, ever. Say you'll never, ever.
Pledge to me that you will never abandon or betray me.
Say you'll never let me go.
Promise that you'll always have my support and companionship.
"Say you'll never, ever. Say you'll never, ever.
Reiterating the need for this commitment and loyalty.
Say you'll never tell a soul."
Swearing to keep my secrets and privacy protected.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Daniel James Stevens, Joseph Matthew Lussa, Ryan O'Connor, Seth James Johnson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@michellebonardo2095
i was 14 when i first saw this band at the school of rock in north jersey. i'm 26 now. where the hell did those years go?!
@garrett7015
I remember listening to this album when I was a teen. It was the first album I was able to stand the entire way through; I loved every song on the entire album.
@rupertpupkin001
2020 son 🤘🏼🤘🏼
@stacidoll5740
Say you'll never, everrr. Say you'll never, everrrr
Say you'll never let me goooo
Say you'll never, everrr. Say you'll never, everrr.
Total nostalgia
@jessicaward
Still dancing to this song <3
@nanashixii8332
So, this is what the original version sounds like.
@alexs4584
Vince Porter where is the other version?
@sugarfreedaddy
@@alexs4584 Punk Goes Acoustic vol. 2 - It is pretty amazing.
@alyssarusso9404
i remember listening to this when i was 14 (almost 7 years ago). where does the time go. it doesn't. i am slowly dying.
@alyssarusso9404
what? no.