Time to Understand
The First Step Lyrics
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Cause I use these values as my guide.
A view that's straight, a focused mind
I just want to get the most from life!
It's time.
TIME TO UNDERSTAND!
Words to live by not just words to say!
You're using up people and
say your mind is clear
Or bringing to shows violence and fear,
don't you get it!
TIME TO UNDERSTAND!
Not trying to save the world,
just trying to do our part.
Some take this way too far, some not far enough.
Can we see, all this edge on life can be!
It's time to UNDERSTAND!
The First Step's song "Time to Understand" is a call to action for individuals and society to reflect on the values we hold and to live by them, rather than just paying lip service to them. The lyrics start with the singer being asked why they hold certain values and beliefs, to which they respond that they want to live a fulfilling life and use these values as a guide. The singer emphasizes the importance of having a clear focus and a straight view, indicating that this is necessary to get the most out of life.
The song then turns to criticize those who allow their values to degrade, to the point that they become meaningless platitudes. There is also criticism of individuals who use others for their own gain while pretending to have a clear mind. The singer invokes the image of violent shows, highlighting the senselessness of our actions. In response to this, the singer urges listeners to take the time to understand what values truly matter and to live their lives in accordance with these principles.
Line by Line Meaning
People, asking me why
People are asking me why I have certain values that guide me.
Cause I use these values as my guide.
I follow these values because they are what guide me through life.
A view that's straight, a focused mind
I have a clear perspective and a focused mind.
I just want to get the most from life!
I want to make the most out of my life.
Values degrading and slipping away
Values are becoming less important and being lost over time.
Words to live by not just words to say!
We should not just say our values, but actually live by them.
You're using up people and say your mind is clear
Some people use others for their own benefit while claiming to have a clear mind.
Or bringing to shows violence and fear, don't you get it!
Some people promote violence and fear at events, but don't understand the negative impact it has.
Not trying to save the world, just trying to do our part.
We're not trying to save the world, but we're doing our part to make a positive impact in our own ways.
Some take this way too far, some not far enough.
Some people either become too extreme or don't do enough when it comes to living by their values and making the most out of life.
Can we see, all this edge on life can be!
We can see that living by our values and making the most out of life can lead to a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.
It's time to UNDERSTAND!
It's time to truly understand and embrace these values to live a better life.
Contributed by Claire T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
lifetoliverecords
one of the greatest bands ever
xMarita Sx
QUE PODER TIENE ESTA BANDA!!! MUCHA BUENA ENERGIA!!
Colin B
nice, i like it :)
LadyRebelLee
Good words.
dcanhiphop
best youth crew record
luar626
Awesome
DTB
The Freebird of 2000's youth crew.
james wemmitt
North Carolina hardcore
Billie Martin
@eslavatv what the heck are you talking about?!?! I never said i was in that band. I just have the poster in my classroom. i was in a band called live for today.
Cedric Tagz
@EslavaTV who of them?