Disappointed
The Frames Lyrics


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The future takes us where it leads
Our heads just go beneath the waves
Time tells all and we obey
But how can I be mad at you
You did what you did
And you followed through
You were the one who always said
'Forget it and move on'

But I'm not sad, I'm just disappointed
And I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed

Well the years they get on top of you
The working load it tallied up
And you went down
Beneath it all like anybody would
And I'm just ambling on in this town
I can't get out and it drags me down
And these words don't really fit what I'm feeling now

But I'm not sad, I'm just disappointed
And I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed





And you're not lost, you're just misdirected
And we're not going, oh nowhere

Overall Meaning

The Frames's song Disappointed is a contemplative reflection on the conflicts that can arise in any relationship, be it a romantic one, a family, or a friendship. The song speaks of two individuals who have grown apart over the years and how their lives have taken different paths. The opening lines "The future takes us where it leads, our heads just go beneath the waves, time tells all and we obey" speak to the forces that shape our lives and the inevitability of change. The singer acknowledges that he can't be angry at his friend for the choices he's made because ultimately, he followed through on what he felt was best for himself. The line "but how can I be mad at you, you did what you did and you followed through" is a testament to the importance of agency in our lives, even if it means walking away from someone we care about.


The second verse speaks of the burden of experience and the weight of responsibilities that can accumulate over time. It's also about how some individuals struggle from being overwhelmed by the complexities and difficulties of life, while others manage to cope in their own way. The singer acknowledges his friend's struggles, saying "and you went down beneath it all like anybody would." The final lines "and these words don't really fit what I'm feeling now" indicate the inadequacy of language to express the depth of his emotions.


Overall, Disappointed is a song that speaks to the complexities of relationships, change, and the challenges of growing older.


Line by Line Meaning

The future takes us where it leads
We are powerless to predict or control the future, we must follow where it takes us.


Our heads just go beneath the waves
When life becomes too much to handle, we feel overwhelmed and powerless.


Time tells all and we obey
As time passes, we are forced to accept the consequences of our actions and decisions.


But how can I be mad at you
Despite feeling let down, it's difficult to feel anger towards someone we care about.


You did what you did
You made a choice, and now we are dealing with the results.


And you followed through
You took action on your decision, even if it wasn't the best outcome.


You were the one who always said 'Forget it and move on'
You were the optimistic one who encouraged us to let go of the past and look towards the future.


But I'm not sad, I'm just disappointed
I'm not extremely upset, just let down.


And I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed
I'm not angry, just feeling let down.


Well the years they get on top of you
As time goes on, life can become more challenging and burdensome.


The working load it tallied up
The responsibilities of life can add up and become overwhelming.


And you went down beneath it all like anybody would
You succumbed to the pressure and stress of life like anyone else might.


And I'm just ambling on in this town
I'm just aimlessly wandering around the same place, feeling stuck.


I can't get out and it drags me down
I feel trapped and unable to escape this situation, which is weighing me down.


And these words don't really fit what I'm feeling now
These lyrics do not completely encapsulate how I am feeling at the moment.


But I'm not sad, I'm just disappointed
I'm not extremely upset, just let down.


And I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed
I'm not angry, just feeling let down.


And you're not lost, you're just misdirected
You are not directionless, just unsure of the right path to take.


And we're not going, oh nowhere
We may not be moving forward as quickly as we would like, but we are not completely stuck.




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