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The Edge
Token Entry Lyrics
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as i travel far and wide
all the people that i meet
some are very kind to me
while some look to defeat
but the ones that i am thankful for
are the ones that did me wrong
they taught me an important lesson
you have to work to get along in life
cause nothing comes for free
the easy way won't work out
wake up and try to see
there is nothing you could say
that i would want to hear
maybe when you wisen up
sometime late next year
and when there's darkness
and the lights are dim
i have no fear
because i know we'll win
those stupid minds
and stupid thoughts
will always find
that what we were taught
was never easy
all those stupid minds in easy ways
will be stuck on a ledge
we have the edge on ignorance
and so do you
if you think this makes sense
In "The Edge" by Token Entry, the singer reflects on their experiences traveling and meeting people who either sought to help them or defeat them. They acknowledge that while they appreciate the kindness they've received, it's the people who have done them wrong that have taught them the most important lesson about how to properly navigate life. The lesson being that you have to work to get along in life - nothing comes for free, and the easy way out won't work. The singer insists that they have no time for people who refuse to see the importance of this lesson, even going as far as to say that they won't be willing to listen until they 'wisened up sometime late next year'. Finally, they express their confidence in overcoming any dark times and ignorance because they/we have 'the edge on ignorance.'
The song's lyrics touch on the idea that it's important to learn from our mistakes and wrongdoings, rather than simply trying to avoid them at all costs. It also emphasizes the concept of working hard to achieve success in life, rather than relying on easy solutions that don't last. Overall, "The Edge" is about taking control of our own lives and refusing to be held down by ignorance or foolishness.
Line by Line Meaning
as i travel far and wide
As I venture far from my comfort zone.
all the people that i meet
The many individuals I come across.
some are very kind to me
Some are generous and caring towards me.
while some look to defeat
While some aim to hinder or harm me.
but the ones that i am thankful for
However, I am most grateful for those who have wronged me.
are the ones that did me wrong
I appreciate those who have caused me harm.
they taught me an important lesson
They have given me a valuable, teachable moment.
on how the get along
On how to connect and coexist with others.
you have to work to get along in life
Success in life requires effort and collaboration.
cause nothing comes for free
There are no handouts or shortcuts in life.
the easy way won't work out
Choosing the simple path will not lead to success.
wake up and try to see
Open your mind and be conscious of your surroundings.
there is nothing you could say
Your words do not have an impact on me.
that i would want to hear
I am not interested in your criticism or compliments.
maybe when you wisen up
Perhaps you will learn from your experiences.
sometime late next year
In the future, not anytime soon.
and when there's darkness
During difficult times.
and the lights are dim
When there seems to be little hope or positivity.
i have no fear
I am fearless and brave.
because i know we'll win
I am confident in our triumph over obstacles.
those stupid minds
Those unintelligent thoughts and ideas.
and stupid thoughts
And those foolish and senseless ideas.
will always find
Will inevitably come across.
that what we were taught
That our education and experiences are valuable.
was never easy
The hardships we faced were not simple.
all those stupid minds in easy ways
Those who take the simple route and lack depth and intellect.
will be stuck on a ledge
They will be limited and unable to progress.
we have the edge on ignorance
Our knowledge and understanding give us an advantage over foolishness.
and so do you
You, too, have the capacity to be enlightened and informed.
if you think this makes sense
If you comprehend and relate to my message.
Contributed by Logan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.