Phoenix
The Butterfly Effect Lyrics


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I’ve been talking to my self
And I’ve been walking around for days
Trying to make the pieces fit
There’s always something in the way (regret)
And the world remains the same (perfect)
To the world a single name (downside)
On the road that isn’t going (distance)
And the weight of you is so long

And I’m searching for my self
I’m trying to find the words to say
I can never let you go
And a part of me will stay (with you)
I’ll never let you down (I swear)
You’ll never hit the ground (inside)
And the forces still remain (outside)

If you’re lost don’t ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I’ll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I’ll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side

I’ve been thinking to my self
And I’ve been hoping I’ll be right
When I make the pieces fit
Will I bring you back to life
I’m trying to find a way no
I’m running out of time
I’ve tried giving it all aside (I swear)

If you’re lost don’t ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I’ll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I’ll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side
By your side
I’m coming around again

Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes up and see

If you’re lost don’t ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I’ll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I’ll just pretend
I am always by your side




I am always by your side
By your side

Overall Meaning

The song "Phoenix" by The Butterfly Effect talks about a person's struggle to fit together the fragments of his life. The lyrics express introspection and self-reflection, as the singer tries to make sense of the obstacles in his path. He is cognizant that the world remains the same, with the same issues and setbacks, while longing for something that he cannot quite grasp. The singer's regret and longing are expressed through the phrase 'there’s always something in the way,' which is a common theme throughout the song.


Throughout the song, there is a reference to someone who is lost, someone who needs to open their eyes to see that someone loves them. The singer empathizes with this person and urges them not to hide. The final lines of the song reiterate that the singer is by their side, always. The Butterfly Effect's "Phoenix" song tries to convey the message of hope and support through personal struggles.


Line by Line Meaning

I’ve been talking to my self
I’ve been reflecting on my thoughts and feelings alone.


And I’ve been walking around for days
I’ve been aimlessly wandering trying to find the solution.


Trying to make the pieces fit
Trying to make sense of the past actions and events.


There’s always something in the way (regret)
Regretting the missed opportunities and bad choices.


And the world remains the same (perfect)
The world doesn't change, it's just the perspective that changes.


To the world a single name (downside)
Being recognized by the world has its downside and struggles.


On the road that isn’t going (distance)
Feeling like being stuck in the same place and not progressing.


And the weight of you is so long
Feeling the burden of stress and expectations.


And I’m searching for my self
Looking for one's own identity and purpose in life.


I’m trying to find the words to say
Trying to express the feelings and emotions accurately.


I can never let you go
Holding on to someone, even in their absence.


And a part of me will stay (with you)
A part of oneself will always stay with the person they care about.


I’ll never let you down (I swear)
Vowing to never disappoint or hurt the other person.


You’ll never hit the ground (inside)
The person will never fall into despair, as I'll always support them.


And the forces still remain (outside)
The external challenges and struggles still persist.


If you’re lost don’t ever hide
Encouraging someone to seek help when they feel lost or troubled.


Before you open your eyes
Before you realize what's happening in your life.


I’ll be coming around again
I'll always be there to support and guide you.


I am always by your side
I'll always be available for you, stay beside you in your tough times.


I’ve been thinking to my self
I've been ruminating and questioning myself.


And I’ve been hoping I’ll be right
I've been wishing to find the correct solution to the problem.


When I make the pieces fit
When I finally understand and make sense of everything.


Will I bring you back to life
Will it bring back the happiness and positivity in your life.


I’m trying to find a way no
I'm trying to find a solution, not losing hope.


I’m running out of time
Running out of time to find the solution or support.


I’ve tried giving it all aside (I swear)
I promise to give my all to find the solution.


Open your eyes up and see
Realize the truth and the solution to your problem.


Because someone loves you
Realize that someone cares and supports you.


By your side
Close to you, to protect and support you.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BRUCE YOUNG, JASON MCEVOY, MIKE VICTORY

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Callum Smith

I've been talking to myself
And I've been walking around for days
Trying to make the pieces fit
There's always something in the way
Regret
And the world remains the same
Perfect
To the world a single name
Downside
On the road that isn't going
Distance
And the weight of you for so long

And I'm searching for myself
I'm trying to find the words to say
I can never let you go
And a part of me will stay
With you
I'll never let you down
I swear
You'll never hit the ground
Inside
And the forces still remain
Outside

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side

I've been thinking to myself
And I've been hoping I'll be right
When I make the pieces fit
Will I bring you back to life
I'm trying to find a way no
I'm running out of time
I've tried giving it all aside
I swear

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side
By your side
I'm coming around again

Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes up and see

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side
By your side



All comments from YouTube:

A.D Grant

The greatest under rated band ever.

Shreddah

Not underrated. Just criminally unknown.

Barton File

@Shreddah That is what I was going to say.

Edje s.

Saw them 2 times in Holland, I think you know Like Thieves too?

PainIsAnillusion

I'd love to see these guys live. love this band to pieces

Brodzzzzz

You can't listen to this song quietly.. This needs to be LOUD

David Neilson

This song still gives me goosebumps

Matt E

amen to that :) Sitting here with goosebumps brother!

Richie Vega

Still a classic love this song

Callum Smith

I've been talking to myself
And I've been walking around for days
Trying to make the pieces fit
There's always something in the way
Regret
And the world remains the same
Perfect
To the world a single name
Downside
On the road that isn't going
Distance
And the weight of you for so long

And I'm searching for myself
I'm trying to find the words to say
I can never let you go
And a part of me will stay
With you
I'll never let you down
I swear
You'll never hit the ground
Inside
And the forces still remain
Outside

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side

I've been thinking to myself
And I've been hoping I'll be right
When I make the pieces fit
Will I bring you back to life
I'm trying to find a way no
I'm running out of time
I've tried giving it all aside
I swear

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side
By your side
I'm coming around again

Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes
Open your eyes
Because someone loves you
Open your eyes up and see

If you're lost don't ever hide
Before you open your eyes
I'll be coming around again
Before you open your eyes
I'll just pretend
I am always by your side
I am always by your side
By your side

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