Perspective
Trash Boat Lyrics


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I'm right back at the start again
Barefoot to this lonely path of broken glass
I never thought It'd come to this
I close my eyes and act as if
I don't need anything from you
Or anyone to help me through this

I've never felt fear like this in my life
Wake up to find my parents by my side
They shake in anger, breaking down
And I'd never seen my father cry
His armour stripped for the first time
I'd never wish a scene like that on an enemy that I despised

We broke down together
Built up for the better
Pushing through for better weather
Will anything release this pressure
And I won't forget how you were there
From the first to the last

And I know the pain will subside when I learn to put things in perspective
Every fucking day I get this voice in my head
Convince me that I'm scared of my own two feet
And the ground they tread

We broke down together, built up for the better
Pushing through for better weather
Will anything release this pressure
And I won't forget how you were there

I never thought that things would come to this
I close my eyes and act as if




I don't need anything from you or anyone to help me through
To help me through this

Overall Meaning

The song "Perspective" by Trash Boat is an emotional rollercoaster that touches on themes of fear, loneliness, and the need for support during trying times. The first verse describes the singer's feelings of being lost and alone, walking on a path of broken glass. Despite feeling like they don't need anyone's help, the singer recognizes the fear they are experiencing is unlike anything they've ever felt before.


In the second verse, the singer wakes up to find their parents by their side, visibly upset and angry. The vulnerability of seeing their father cry becomes an unforgettable scene for the singer. In the chorus, the singer reflects on the importance of having someone there to support them through difficult times. The constant voice in their head is a reminder of the fear that they face, but having someone's support helps alleviate the pressure.


The bridge highlights the importance of breaking down together, building each other up, and pushing through hard times. The outro emphasizes the need for support from someone else, but also recognizes that the pain will subside over time with a change in perspective.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm right back at the start again
I feel like I'm starting over again.


Barefoot to this lonely path of broken glass
I feel exposed and vulnerable as I navigate this difficult path.


I never thought It'd come to this
I never imagined I'd be in this situation.


I close my eyes and act as if
Sometimes I pretend everything's okay even when it's not.


I don't need anything from you
I don't want to rely on anybody else for help.


Or anyone to help me through this
I have to get through this on my own.


I've never felt fear like this in my life
This is the most scared I've ever been.


Wake up to find my parents by my side
My parents are here to support me.


They shake in anger, breaking down
They're upset about what I'm going through.


And I'd never seen my father cry
This is the first time I've seen my dad cry.


His armour stripped for the first time
My dad is vulnerable and showing his emotions.


I'd never wish a scene like that on an enemy that I despised
I wouldn't want anyone to go through what we're experiencing.


We broke down together
We all cried and struggled together.


Built up for the better
We're trying to get through this and come out stronger on the other side.


Pushing through for better weather
We're determined to keep going until things get better.


Will anything release this pressure
I'm not sure how to make this situation less stressful.


And I won't forget how you were there
I'm grateful for the support of my loved ones.


From the first to the last
They've been with me through it all.


And I know the pain will subside when I learn to put things in perspective
I believe that if I can change my perspective, the pain will lessen.


Every fucking day I get this voice in my head
I have negative thoughts that won't go away.


Convince me that I'm scared of my own two feet
I feel unable to handle even the simplest of tasks sometimes.


And the ground they tread
I'm afraid of making mistakes and stumbling.


I never thought that things would come to this
This situation is not what I expected or hoped for.


To help me through this
I need help getting through this difficult time.




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Kiernan Morris

You really can't go wrong with a band whose name references one of the best episodes of Regular Show.

gunswordfist

Kiernan Morris I FUCKING love that episode!

Mak Mak G

Who's that character from your pfp?

Kamanberu

@Mak Mak G Kat from Gravity Rush

Navi Navi

you guys, one of the band that have been there to save my life with your masterpieces.
just wanna say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
hope you all have a good day and stay safe!

Jo-anna Martens

First time hearing their music and I do not regret clicking on this video at all. Great stuff!

androidisaloser

This fucking rules. Stoked to hear more from these gents, and I'll help myself to putting this on replay so I can stare at that Hoppus bass some more.

Joe Ferrara

first looked these guys up just because I love Regular Show but i couldn't be more pleased with how good they are. stoked they signed to hopeless and can't wait to see how big they get.

Buffalo Go

We're so stoked these guys got signed already, they deserve it so much. If British pop punk is your thing, then maybe check us out too!

Trevor D.

This isn't bad but I'm really glad they matured and found their sound. Their newest album is an absolute banger.

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