Anxiety
The Chapman Family Lyrics


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I know Ill rely on you too easy
All people to blame, I wont die for you, too necessary
And they say your best isnt good enough
And they say your best isnt good enough
And to hear yours, and to hear yours
And they say your best isnt good enough
I feel I did the best I can before I was exposed
But she says she still believes in love
All this anxiety it does nothing for me
And they say your best isnt good enough

And they say your best isnt good enough
Wasted my time, wasted my time
I know Ive relied on you Ive had it too easy
I know all the people to blame
Im not gonna die for you, its so so unnecessary
And they say your best isnt good enough
And they say your best isnt good enough




And to hear yours, and to hear yours
And they say your best isnt good enough.

Overall Meaning

The Chapman Family's song Anxiety is a reflection of the pressure that can come from others to perform at a certain level of expectations. The first line, "I know I'll rely on you too easy," shows that the singer is aware that they may have relied on someone else too much, perhaps to a point where they feel they cannot function without them. However, the line "All people to blame, I won't die for you, too necessary" suggests that they feel as though others are placing too much importance on their success and that they refuse to sacrifice their own well-being for it.


The repeated line "And they say your best isn't good enough" symbolizes the constant criticism and pressure that the singer is feeling. They've tried their best but are still being told it's not good enough. The following line, "I feel I did the best I can before I was exposed," suggests that they're feeling vulnerable and exposed to criticism, as if their flaws have been laid bare. The final line, "All this anxiety it does nothing for me," is a plea for help; the singer realizes that their anxiety is not benefiting them and that they need to find a way to cope with it.


Overall, Anxiety is a powerful song that captures the feelings of inadequacy and pressure that many people feel in their lives. It shows how difficult it can be to cope with these feelings and how important it is to reach out for help when needed.


Line by Line Meaning

I know Ill rely on you too easy
I've become too dependent on you and it worries me


All people to blame, I wont die for you, too necessary
I'm not willing to take the blame for your mistakes anymore, and it's not worth risking my life for


And they say your best isnt good enough
Others have expressed doubt in my abilities, saying that even my best may not be good enough


And to hear yours, and to hear yours
I'm tired of hearing criticism from others and their doubts in me


I feel I did the best I can before I was exposed
I believe I gave my best effort before I was criticized or judged


But she says she still believes in love
Despite my anxiety and doubts, someone close to me still holds onto hope and love


All this anxiety it does nothing for me
My anxiety isn't helping me or benefiting me in any way


Wasted my time, wasted my time
I feel like I've wasted my time on things that haven't brought me any fulfillment or satisfaction




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@andyiveson4731

There's probably no one out there listening now. Saw these guys 3 times in Manchester. Last time must have been 3 or 4 years ago but still can't stop watching this. Much missed.

@bbq4126

Still here.

@davidhooper1499

still here 2023

@hummingbird830

It's fucking criminal that this doesn't have more views!

@ShaolinSnowman

Saw these guys last night in glasgow supporting The Joy Formidable, They were great

@Nickname1234

Sounded like an excellent night out. Add Airship and Chapel Club to that line up and it's perfect to illustrate what I was listening to 9 years ago.

@RightBusLifeCoaching

This time, last week, I hadn't heard of the Chapman Family but went to see them a couple of days ago in York and got the album straight after. Brilliant stage presence and a dark and demure indie-post-punk sound that's so tight you can't get a cigarette paper between the four band members. After a long absence of going to gigs, I was reminded what clever, well-crafted live music was all about.

@shortism

Bloody awesome. Can't wait until your in Stockton.

@Laurenxjac

Stockton's finest growing bigger day by day.

@rockshowmu

i'm from mexico and i really like this song, i love the british bands!!

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