The Box
Twiddle Lyrics
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Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step into my box and flip on the light
Now's when your future starts
Peace should show you light?
I'll give you as many options, as many as you like
Hop in through the door
Into a sewer
Right down in the city
Walk on right past the mall
Then down the stairs and hop on the E-train
Next stop is money street
Go to your job so you can lie and cheat
Slap on your phony smile
Today's your day
And you must try?
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step in to my box
Step into my box and flip on the light
Now's when your trouble start's
Please run for your life
Your doors are locking up, you're getting left behind
Better find an open door before they steal your face off the show now
Step into the door
Beyond the earth unable to move now
You see those big old eyes
They're poking and prodding into your emotions
You're strapped into a chair, and now you're really scared
They've been reading your thoughts, your fears are now manifesting
Step into my box
Step into my box
Step into my box
Step into my box
Twiddle’s “The Box” has lyrics that tell a story of a journey, starting with an invitation to step inside someone’s box. The first verse speaks of stepping into the box and turning on the light, which symbolizes a new beginning, and the start of the yowling the future holds. The lines that follow show that the person inviting has many options to offer, unlimited possibilities, and encourages the listener to leave their past behind. This is where the story takes a dark pathway, as they encourage the listener to walk past the mall and down the stairs to ride the E-train. It leads them to “money street” where they go to their job and pretend to be someone they’re not, wearing a “phony smile”. The suggestion here is that this is how most people live their lives, suppressing their true selves and conforming to societal expectations.
The second verse takes a darker turn, encouraging the listener to step into the box again but this time, the trouble begins as soon as the light goes on. The listener is warned to flee for their life as their doors lock behind them, and they’re left behind. The suggestion is that the listener missed the opportunity to escape their mundane life and find their true self. The listener then finds themselves in a situation where their emotions are being prodded and poked at, and their fears are manifesting. The suggestion here is that people’s fears and innermost thoughts can still be used against them, making them feel trapped and powerless.
Overall, the song is about taking control of one's life and not conforming to society's expectations. It encourages listeners to find their true selves and not let their fears hold them back.
Line by Line Meaning
Step in to my box
Come and explore my perspective of the world
Step into my box and flip on the light
Open your heart and mind to a new way of thinking
Now's when your future starts
The present moment is the beginning of your journey to your future
Peace should show you light?
Peace and contentment can guide you towards enlightenment
I'll give you as many options, as many as you like
There are endless possibilities to explore in this world
Go on through the door and now your past is lost behind, yeah yeah
Leave your past behind and embrace your journey towards the future
Into a sewer
Embark on a journey through the darker parts of society
Right down in the city
Explore the heart of society's ills
Walk on right past the mall
Ignore society's superficial attractions
Then down the stairs and hop on the E-train
Travel deeper into the hidden parts of society
Next stop is money street
The ultimate goal of society is focused on wealth and power
Go to your job so you can lie and cheat
Society's pursuit of money and power encourages unethical behavior
Slap on your phony smile
Conform to societal expectations, regardless of how it truly affects you
Today's your day
Today society expects you to perform your role
And you must try?
You have no choice but to conform to societal expectations
Now's when your trouble start's
The consequences of societal conformity start to become apparent
Please run for your life
Escape from this world before it's too late
Your doors are locking up, you’re getting left behind
The world is moving forward and will leave you behind
Better find an open door before they steal your face off the show now
Find a way out before societal pressures rob you of your identity and individuality
Step into the door
Take a leap of faith and enter a new world
Beyond the earth unable to move now
Enter a new realm of being that is beyond physical existence
You see those big old eyes
Encounter a new form of intelligence
They’re poking and prodding into your emotions
Feelings and emotions are the basis of communication in this new world
You’re strapped into a chair, and now you’re really scared
Your energy is harnessed by this new world, and it's overwhelming for you
They've been reading your thoughts, your fears are now manifesting
Your energy is being interpreted by this new world, and your thoughts and fears are being reflected back to you
Contributed by Layla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Trie Michaud
on When It Rains It Poors
one of my fav songs along with Daydream Farmer.