Life In A Day
The Clockworks Lyrics
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Chewing on my tongue
Necking back those feelings
Forgotten never gone
Everyone looks happy
What have I become?
Overshare to cabbiesThe lonely hanger-on
This club is overrun
With souls lost in a song
The romance and the rapture
Am I the only one?
Don't give me the truth though
Afraid what I might find
This endless game of Cluedo
Forever on my mind
I can't get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out and
I left my worries at the flat
They drove me round the bend
They were still there when I got back
And they'd invited over friends
So tell me that you love me
Whisper in my ear
Take these photos of me
To a jury of my fears
Pause and replay
A life in a day
Nails scratch at details
What will you all say?
Don't give me the truth though
Afraid what I might find
This endless game of Cluedo
Forever on my mind
I can't get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out and
I can't get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out of my mind
Get you out of
And everyone looks happy
What have I become?
Over share to cabbies
The lonely hanger-on
Get me out of my mind
Get me out of my mind
Get me out of my mind
Get me out of my mind
Get me out of my mind
In the first verse of "Life In A Day" by The Clockworks, the lyrics depict a sense of restlessness and internal conflict. The singer is depicted staring at the ceiling, indicating a sense of introspection and contemplation. The imagery of "chewing on my tongue" suggests holding back unsaid words or feelings, possibly due to fear or uncertainty. The line "Necking back those feelings, Forgotten never gone" hints at a struggle to suppress emotions that continue to linger beneath the surface.
The following lines introduce a contrast between the singer's inner turmoil and the perceived happiness of others. The singer questions their own identity and emotional state in comparison to those around them. The reference to "Overshare to cabbies, The lonely hanger-on" suggests a sense of isolation and the feeling of not quite fitting into the social environment represented in the song.
As the narrative unfolds, the setting shifts to a club scene that is described as chaotic and overwhelming. The portrayal of "souls lost in a song" conveys a sense of escapism and perhaps a desire for connection amidst the surrounding chaos. The singer questions whether they are the only one who sees through the facade of romance and excitement in this environment.
The chorus delves deeper into the theme of inner turmoil and avoidance of truth. The repeated plea of "Don't give me the truth though, Afraid what I might find" reflects a fear of confronting reality and a preference for maintaining a facade or illusion. The reference to a never-ending game of Cluedo suggests a constant search for answers and meaning in a complex and uncertain world, further emphasizing the singer's inner conflict and restlessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Staring at the ceiling
Gazing blankly at the overhead, lost in thought and reflection.
Chewing on my tongue
Holding back my words and emotions, trying to suppress what I really feel.
Necking back those feelings
Drinking away my emotions in an attempt to numb their impact.
Forgotten never gone
Though pushed aside, these emotions linger and remain unresolved.
Everyone looks happy
Observing others appearing content while I feel misplaced and discontented.
What have I become?
Questioning my identity and the changes I’ve undergone during this tumultuous time.
Overshare to cabbies
Unloading my personal issues on taxi drivers, seeking a semblance of connection.
The lonely hanger-on
Being a solitary figure desperately clinging to situations or relationships that seem distant.
This club is overrun
The social scene is packed, overwhelming with individuals caught up in temporary escapes.
With souls lost in a song
People here drown in the rhythm and melody, seeking solace from their own lives.
The romance and the rapture
Experiencing fleeting moments of passion and joy, yet feeling detached from their essence.
Am I the only one?
Feeling isolated in my struggles, wondering if others share the same feelings of detachment.
Don't give me the truth though
Avoiding brutal honesty, as it may lead to deeper pain or revelation I’m not ready for.
Afraid what I might find
Worrying about encountering unsettling truths about myself or my situation.
This endless game of Cluedo
Navigating life like a mystery game, searching for clues in a chaotic reality.
Forever on my mind
This mental struggle is persistent, never leaving my thoughts.
I can't get you out of my mind
An ongoing preoccupation with a significant person that I cannot shake.
Get you out of my mind
Yearning to release the persistent thoughts that tie me to this person.
I left my worries at the flat
Attempting to leave my anxieties behind temporarily as I venture out.
They drove me round the bend
Those worries have destabilized my mental state, causing frustration.
They were still there when I got back
Returning home, I find those same concerns waiting for me, unresolved.
And they'd invited over friends
These worries have multiplied, bringing along additional stressors.
So tell me that you love me
Seeking reassurance and affection from someone, a plea for emotional support.
Whisper in my ear
Desiring intimate communication that offers comfort and connection.
Take these photos of me
Capturing moments of my life, preserving memories that reflect my true self.
To a jury of my fears
Subjecting my insecurities and self-doubts to scrutiny and judgement.
Pause and replay
Reflecting on moments of life, longing to analyze and understand past experiences.
A life in a day
Considering the entirety of one's existence encapsulated in brief, fleeting moments.
Nails scratch at details
Obsessively focusing on the minutiae of life, seeking to uncover truths.
What will you all say?
Wondering how others perceive my life and choices, fearing their judgement.
Don't give me the truth though
Again expressing reluctance to face harsh realities that could lead to discomfort.
Afraid what I might find
Indicating ongoing apprehension regarding potential truths about myself or my circumstances.
This endless game of Cluedo
Reiterating the feeling of life as a never-ending puzzle where answers seem elusive.
Forever on my mind
This persistent internal struggle continues to dominate my thoughts.
I can't get you out of my mind
Acknowledging that someone remains a constant source of preoccupation in my thoughts.
Get you out of my mind
Desiring relief from this mental fixation that burdens me.
I can't get you out of my mind
Repeating the sentiment of being unable to escape thoughts centered on this individual.
Get you out and
Expressing a strong urge to free myself from the bonds of this fixation.
And everyone looks happy
Once more noticing the apparent joy of others while I feel isolated in my own sorrow.
What have I become?
Revisiting my confusion and despair about the person I’ve turned into amid all this.
Overshare to cabbies
Again acknowledging my tendency to expose my vulnerabilities to unsuspecting listeners.
The lonely hanger-on
Ultimately highlighting my role as an isolated figure clinging to faded connections.
Get me out of my mind
Expressing a deep longing to escape from my own destructive thoughts.
Get me out of my mind
Repeated plea for liberation from my mental entrapment.
Get me out of my mind
Continued yearning for release from the constraints of my own psyche.
Get me out of my mind
Desperation echoes in my request to free myself from my incessant thoughts.
Get me out of my mind
Pleading for a way out of my mental anguish, a burden too great to bear.
Writer(s): James Mcgregor, The Clockworks
Contributed by Joshua N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.