Close Your Eyes
TrueHoustonEmcee Lyrics
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We're all cowards.
There's no such thing as courage.
There's only fear, the fear of getting hurt.
And the fear of dying.
That's why human beings live so long.
Now...
Just close your eyes.
The artist in me wishes he could see
What a nice job I've done, but I never will.
Goodbye, and good luck.
The opening lines of "Close Your Eyes" by TrueHoustonEmcee are a reflection on the nature of courage and fear. The artist notes that they've developed a special technique over the years to deal with their own fears, but ultimately, they believe that there's no such thing as real courage. Instead, people are driven by their fear of getting hurt or dying. This is what allows humans to live a long time – they're constantly afraid of what might happen to them.
The artist then urges the listener to close their eyes, perhaps as a way of demonstrating their own technique for dealing with fear. They seem to be suggesting that if you can shut out the outside world and focus on your own inner strength, you can overcome your fears and find a sense of peace. This is a powerful message, especially in a world that seems to be constantly filled with new and frightening things.
The final lines of the song bring the focus back to the artist, who acknowledges that they'll never be able to fully appreciate their own work. They seem to be saying that creating something truly wonderful requires a certain level of vulnerability, which can be scary or even impossible to confront. Despite this, they offer their listeners a heartfelt goodbye and wish them luck on their own journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I perfected my own special technique twelve years ago.
I have been practicing and perfecting my skills for twelve years.
We're all cowards.
None of us is brave enough to face the challenges of life.
There's no such thing as courage.
Courage is just a word, and there is no substance to it.
There's only fear, the fear of getting hurt.
The only thing that drives us is our fear of getting hurt.
And the fear of dying.
Our greatest fear is the fear of death.
That's why human beings live so long.
Our innate fear keeps us cautious, which prolongs our lives.
Now...
At this moment...
Just close your eyes.
Let go of your fears and simply close your eyes.
The artist in me wishes he could see
The creative side of me yearns to witness the beauty of my work.
What a nice job I've done, but I never will.
Sadly, I will never have the pleasure of beholding my masterpiece.
Goodbye, and good luck.
Farewell and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Writer(s): jonathan rene gonzales
Contributed by Aria I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.