My Own Soul's Warning
The Killers Lyrics

I tried going against my own soul's warning
I attempted to disregard the signs of my intuition or inner voice warning me against certain actions or decisions.

But in the end, something just didn't feel right
Despite my efforts to go against my instincts, I still had a sense of unease or discomfort that indicated something wasn't right.

Oh I tried diving even though the sky was storming
I attempted to pursue something, even in the face of obstacles or unfavorable circumstances.

I just wanted to get back to where you are
I longed to return to a specific place or person that represented safety, comfort, or familiarity.

If you could see through the banner of the sun
If you had a clear and unobstructed view of the infinite, timeless cosmos beyond the visible realm.

Into eternity's eyes
Gazing into the abyss of infinite time and space.

Like a vision reaching down to you
As if a divine or otherworldly message or image was descending upon you.

Would you turn away?
Would you reject this vision or message due to fear, doubt, or disbelief?

What if it knew you by your name?
What if this entity or message was specifically tailored to your personal identity, thoughts, and experiences?

What kind of words would cut
What powerful or influential words or messages would be able to penetrate through the chaos and confusion of life?

Through the clutter of the whirlwind of these days?
In the midst of the frantic pace and confusion of our daily lives and worldly concerns.

Thunderheads were forming
A metaphor for impending danger, conflict or turmoil on the horizon, which the artist bravely faced despite the risk.

But man I thought I could fly
The singer believed they had the ability to succeed or overcome significant obstacles, even if the odds were against them.

And when I hit the ground, it made a messed up sound
The eventual failure or consequences of their actions were loud, jarring, and painful, indicating the severity of the situation.

And it kept on rattling through my days, and cutting up my nights
The repercussions of their actions continued to haunt and disrupt their daily and nightly routines, signaling the gravity and impact of their choices.

Like a goddamned knife
The pain and regret they experienced cut deep, inflicting significant emotional and psychological damage upon them.

And it got me thinking, no matter how far
This experience prompted a period of reflection or introspection, leading the artist to consider their past, present, and future.

That I just wanted to get back to where you are
Ultimately, the singer realized that their true desire was to return to a place or person that refocused and grounded them, providing a sense of meaning and purpose amidst the chaos of life.

But in the end, something just didn't feel right
Despite their yearning for comfort and familiarity, the singer recognized that certain actions or decisions could still be misguided or ill-advised, and that they needed to stay attuned to their instincts and intuition.

Oh I tried running from the memory and the mourning
The artist attempted to escape the painful memories and grief that resulted from their previous choices and actions, suggesting a desire to start anew.

But the penalty kept on pouring
Despite their attempts to move on, the negative consequences of their past actions continued to have a lasting impact, indicating the difficulty of escaping one's past.

And now I think I know why
The artist has come to a realization or epiphany about the true nature of their motivations, feelings, or experiences.