Clear Me
The Livid Lyrics
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It's 7:56 in the AM
Self-pity is all I've read
Sitting feeling sorrow till I wish I'm dead
Never occurred to me
My problems were the only ones that I would see
So please forgive me
Cause what you've lost in life is worse than any of my dreams
At least I can say
The ones I love are still here to love me
I know I would break
If I had to be convinced they were above me
So far, I must say I've been fortunate and lucky
And I hope to God one day
You will feel the same
And I hope you know you're not the one to blame
Can't get out of bed
Emotions are the reasons I have bled
I look to you, my friend
And know that I should be thankful in the end
I didn't want to see
My sadness filtered everything so selfishly
But now I really see
That losing them would be losing a part of me
Now I've found something else
To make me feel fine
What I've found builds and heals
In very short time
We replace what's been lost
But never this kind
If you search hard enough
You'll gain a clear mind
The Livid's song "Clear Me" portrays a journey of introspection and realization. The opening lines "Can't clear my head, it's 7:56 in the AM, self-pity is all I've read" sets a tone of despair and hopelessness. The singer seems to be engulfed in their own sorrows, unable to see beyond their pain. However, as the song progresses, they start to look beyond their own problems and gain perspective.
The lyrics "Never occurred to me, my problems were the only ones that I would see, so please forgive me, cause what you've lost in life is worse than any of my dreams" reflect a moment of epiphany. The singer understands the importance of empathy, realizing that their problems are not the only ones that matter. They seek forgiveness for their self-centeredness and acknowledge the struggles of others.
The song further emphasizes the importance of gratitude and cherishing the people you love, for they are what makes life worth living. The lines "At least I can say, the ones I love are still here to love me, I know I would break, if I had to be convinced they were above me" express the vulnerability and the immense love the singer has for their loved ones.
The chorus of the song provides a ray of hope, promising that even in the darkest of times, one can find peace if they search hard enough. The lyrics "We replace what's been lost, but never this kind, if you search hard enough, you'll gain a clear mind" implies that although losing someone or something may seem devastating, one can find solace in the little things and regain clarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't clear my head
I am unable to clear my thoughts and focus.
It's 7:56 in the AM
The specific time of day is mentioned to provide context.
Self-pity is all I've read
I have been deeply consumed by my own self-pity.
Sitting feeling sorrow till I wish I'm dead
My sadness has become so overwhelming that I have considered ending my own life.
Never occurred to me
I have not previously realized or considered something important.
My problems were the only ones that I would see
I have been too focused on my own issues to see that others are struggling as well.
So please forgive me
I am asking for forgiveness for my selfish behavior.
Cause what you've lost in life is worse than any of my dreams
I recognize that what others have lost in life is much worse than any fears or nightmares that I may have.
At least I can say
I am acknowledging something positive or reassuring in my life.
The ones I love are still here to love me
I still have the support and love of the important individuals in my life.
I know I would break
I am admitting to a personal weakness or vulnerability.
If I had to be convinced they were above me
It would be devastating to me if my loved ones no longer valued or cared for me.
So far, I must say I've been fortunate and lucky
Overall, I acknowledge that I have been blessed and fortunate in my life thus far.
And I hope to God one day
I have a strong desire for something positive to happen in the future.
You will feel the same
I desire for others to experience the same positive fortune that I have.
And I hope you know you're not the one to blame
I want to absolve someone of guilt or negative feelings.
Can't get out of bed
I am physically unable to get out of bed due to my emotional state.
Emotions are the reasons I have bled
My deep emotions have caused me considerable pain and turmoil.
I look to you, my friend
I am turning to a trusted friend for support and comfort.
And know that I should be thankful in the end
Despite my struggles, I recognize that I still have things to be grateful for in the long run.
I didn't want to see
I was not previously willing or able to acknowledge something important.
My sadness filtered everything so selfishly
My sadness has caused me to see everything in a self-centered and negative light.
But now I really see
I have a newfound understanding or revelation about something.
That losing them would be losing a part of me
I cannot imagine my life without my loved ones, as they are an integral part of who I am.
Now I've found something else
I have discovered a new source of comfort or joy.
To make me feel fine
This new discovery has positively impacted my emotional state and outlook.
What I've found builds and heals
This new discovery is helping to build me up and heal my emotional wounds.
In very short time
The positive effects of this new discovery are apparent very quickly and with little effort.
We replace what's been lost
We often attempt to fill the void left by lost relationships or experiences.
But never this kind
However, this new discovery is irreplaceable and unique in its ability to provide comfort and healing.
If you search hard enough
I am giving advice or encouragement to others to seek out something positive in their lives.
You'll gain a clear mind
Finding something positive can help to clear one's mind and improve emotional wellbeing.
Contributed by Xavier O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.