Who I Are
Tony C And The Truth Lyrics


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Stepping outside and I'm right back in
Breathing black air of this mess we're in
Spending all my days just staring at the screen

Jumping on a plane into another life
Closing my eyes to all the pain inside
Wondering all the time is this just a dream?
No more honey no more tears
No more of what could have been
waves are crashing d'you know what I mean?

This is who we are now

Stardust burned to ash
I saw the golden gates In your face
We were birds high on the sun

Wings were traded in for bomber planes
Flying low in a mounting rage
But you and I we hold the reigns





This is who we are now

Overall Meaning

The song "Who I Are" by Tony C And The Truth talks about the struggles of living in a world that is rapidly changing and increasingly dominated by technology. The opening lines of the song paint a vivid picture of the suffocating feeling of being trapped in a world of pollution and chaos, as the artist breathes the "black air of this mess we're in" after stepping outside. The song speaks to the feelings of isolation and disconnection that can come from spending too much time staring at screens.


The chorus of the song serves as a lament for the things that have been lost in the midst of all this change. There is a sense of longing for a simpler time when things were more innocent, and a feeling of regret for missed opportunities. The line "no more honey no more tears," speaks to the idea of lost love or relationships that have fallen apart.


The latter half of the song speaks to the idea that we still have some measure of control over our lives, even in the midst of all this upheaval. The metaphor of trading in our bird wings for bomber planes paints a picture of the ways in which we have had to adapt and change in order to survive. But despite all of this, we still hold the reins of our own lives and have the power to shape our own destinies. Overall, "Who I Are" is a reflection on the challenges of living in a world that is constantly in flux, and a call to find a sense of purpose and meaning in the midst of it all.


Line by Line Meaning

Stepping outside and I'm right back in
I try to escape, but the never-ending cycle of negativity brings me back.


Breathing black air of this mess we're in
The world is plagued by turmoil, and it's taking a toll on my mental and emotional state.


Spending all my days just staring at the screen
I feel stuck in a meaningless routine, losing touch with reality as I consume myself with technology.


Jumping on a plane into another life
I seek an escape to a different reality, hoping for a fresh start and a brighter future.


Closing my eyes to all the pain inside
I try to ignore the hurt and trauma that lingers within me, hoping it will go away if I pretend it doesn't exist.


Wondering all the time is this just a dream?
I question the reality of my situation, uncertain if what I'm experiencing is real or simply a figment of my imagination.


No more honey no more tears
I'm done with the sweetness of life and the sadness that comes with it.


No more of what could have been
I refuse to dwell on the past and what could have been, instead focusing on the present and future.


waves are crashing d'you know what I mean?
The chaos of life and the obstacles we face can be overwhelming at times, and I wonder if others can relate.


This is who we are now
The struggles we face have shaped us into who we are today, and we must embrace that identity.


Stardust burned to ash
Our hopes and dreams can turn to nothingness in an instant, leaving us feeling defeated and broken.


I saw the golden gates In your face
You gave me a glimpse of hope and happiness, reminding me that beauty and goodness still exist in this world.


We were birds high on the sun
We felt free and alive, soaring above our problems and embracing the joy of life.


Wings were traded in for bomber planes
Our innocence was lost as we became tools in a war we didn't fully understand.


Flying low in a mounting rage
We became consumed with anger and resentment, lashing out at those we felt were responsible for our pain.


But you and I we hold the reigns
Despite the chaos around us, we have the power to take control of our lives and steer them in a better direction.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Lee-la Baum, Tom Shemer

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Comments from YouTube:

@erikwilliams1484

Rip, brother, your music is amazing and will live on forever

@cjgames001

2022 and still blasting this whole album, biggest injustice was this not blowing up….HOW DID THIS NOT BLOW UP

@adamklein518

I am absolutely honored to be able to record and play killer music with Tony c. I didn't play on this track but tony and I have killed this song many many times together. I miss you Tony my brotha

@montanaar19

This song is the best! Great band! Great Tunes from this BADASS BAND!!!

@playinginparadise7682

was living in jersey when they came on 95.9 wrat ty so much i miss this song and the cd been hard to find

@AndyVanDette

On my "Should have been HUGE" list.

@barbiyork5295

DROP IT!!!!!!!!!!!

@Ranchready496

Where do I get this cd?

@wattienz

How come you didnt put the BEST song (IMHO) from the album? Tonys version of Fight for your right to Party is absolutely mindblowing

@Bughman70

+wattienz
This is the best one!

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