They are comprised of former members of Grammy submitted band The Phoenix Philosophy: Jesse Weber (vocals, keys, samples), Caio Thomas (guitar), and Chad Helmonds (drums), with the addition of Benno Bowers (bass).
Never Enough
The Failsafe Lyrics
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No taking back what I said now
Fucking with love, sent from above
I cannot come back from the dead now
Death by a thousand concessions
I'm buried by my last confession
Stuck in the ground, can't make a sound
Do you wish that I was still around
We were finally gonna make it right
But every word you said you meant's a lie
And you want me to apologize
It’s so much
But never ever can it be enough
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
But no, we’re so fucked
Eye of the storm in the thunder now
Gripping and dragging me under now
Hell is our world rent in sunder now
(Do you really see)
Running and ducking for cover now
Feeling the heat like no other now
Yet I still call you me lover now
(Can you hear me now)
This is how you want to end tonight
We were finally gonna make it right
But every word you said you meant's a lie
And you want me to apologize
It’s so much
But never ever can it be enough
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
But no, we’re so fucked
It’s so much
(So much)
But never ever can it be enough
(Enough)
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
(I'm reaching out)
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
But no, we’re so fucked
The moment is over
And you’re just a strange to me
You’re hiding so I can’t see
All the things that I know we could be
Take back the words that you said
You left all your feelings for dead
And now you want me to forget
Erasing these thoughts from my head
My head
My head
It’s so much
But never ever can it be enough
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
But no, we’re so fucked
It’s so much
(So much)
But never ever can it be enough
(Enough)
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
(I'm reaching out)
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
But no, we’re so fucked
(Hey)
The lyrics to The Failsafe's song "Never Enough" depict a tumultuous relationship that has reached its breaking point. The opening lines, "Putting the gun to my head now, No taking back what I said now," indicate the desperation and intensity of the situation. The singer feels trapped, unable to undo the damage caused by their actions and words. They reflect on the idea of "fucking with love, sent from above," suggesting that the relationship was once something special and meaningful.
The lyrics continue with a sense of guilt and regret, as the singer acknowledges their mistakes and the weight of their confessions. They feel trapped, unable to escape the consequences of their actions, and wonder if those around them wish they were no longer present. The chorus highlights the feelings of inadequacy and frustration, as the singer realizes that no matter how much they try, it will never be enough to salvage the relationship. The touch of their partner, once comforting, now feels freezing, symbolizing the emotional distance between them.
In the bridge, the singer describes the deterioration of the relationship as being in the eye of a storm. They feel overwhelmed, constantly hiding and seeking cover, while still holding onto the idea of their partner being their lover. However, they are haunted by the realization that the moment is over, and their relationship has become strange and unfamiliar. The song ends with a plea to take back hurtful words, longing for a chance to rebuild the connection, but ultimately realizing that they are trapped in a destructive cycle.
Overall, "Never Enough" explores the themes of desperation, regret, and the inability to repair a damaged relationship. It delves into the complexities of love and the toll it can take on individuals when it becomes toxic and unfulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
Putting the gun to my head now
I've reached a point of desperation and hopelessness
No taking back what I said now
I can't undo the words I've spoken
Fucking with love, sent from above
Messing with the purest form of affection
I cannot come back from the dead now
I can't revive what has already been destroyed
Death by a thousand concessions
Slowly losing myself by constantly compromising
I'm buried by my last confession
I'm overwhelmed by the weight of my recent admission
Stuck in the ground, can't make a sound
Feeling trapped and silenced
Do you wish that I was still around
Do you long for my presence again?
This is how you want to end tonight
You choose to conclude this evening in this way
We were finally gonna make it right
We had the opportunity to fix things
But every word you said you meant's a lie
Your every statement was deceitful
And you want me to apologize
You expect me to say sorry
It’s so much
The situation feels overwhelming
But never ever can it be enough
No matter how much effort is exerted, it won't satisfy
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
I'm desperately clinging to you, but you're emotionally distant
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
If there was even a glimmer of optimism for our relationship
But no, we’re so fucked
Unfortunately, we are in a hopeless situation
Eye of the storm in the thunder now
Amidst chaos and turmoil
Gripping and dragging me under now
Securing a hold on me, pulling me into despair
Hell is our world rent in sunder now
Our world has been torn apart, resembling hell
(Do you really see)
(Can you truly perceive)
Running and ducking for cover now
Moving swiftly, seeking refuge
Feeling the heat like no other now
Experiencing an intense pressure and tension
Yet I still call you me lover now
Despite everything, I still refer to you as my beloved
(Can you hear me now)
(Are you able to listen to me now)
The moment is over
The time for change and reconciliation has passed
And you’re just a stranger to me
You've become unfamiliar, distant
You’re hiding so I can’t see
You're concealing yourself, preventing me from understanding
All the things that I know we could be
The potential we had for a better future
Take back the words that you said
Retract the hurtful statements you uttered
You left all your feelings for dead
You abandoned your emotions, leaving them lifeless
And now you want me to forget
And now you expect me to erase it all from memory
Erasing these thoughts from my head
Attempting to remove these troubling thoughts
My head
My mind, my consciousness
It’s so much
The weight of it all feels overwhelming
But never ever can it be enough
No matter how hard I try, it will never satisfy
I’m holding on, you're freezing to the touch
I'm desperately clinging to you, but you remain emotionally cold
I’d take a chance if there was hope us
If there was even a glimmer of optimism for our relationship
But no, we’re so fucked
Unfortunately, we are in a hopeless situation
(Hey)
(Expressing a vocal interjection)
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Written by: Jesse Weber
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