Obsession
ULYSSES & STONE Lyrics
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I didn’t plan to go solo
My eyes were locked on the target
My heart was beating in slow-mo
I was so close to achieving
And all I needed was one more
They had a hard time believing that I was racing my own clock
It all became an obsession
My head was close to imploding
I just needed a last one
My thoughts kept on telling me: “You gotta get the fuck out of here”
I’ve tried to quit it
It was never enough for me
Tried to disappear
It all went so wrong
I felt it was getting closer, I could sense it around me
I didn’t listen to no one - I said: “It’s none of your business”
When i was reaching the floor door I could hear my own breathing Took a swing at the doorbell and heard the steps getting closer
A voice asks me: “How many?”
I said I needed just one more
The lyrics of "Obsession" by ULYSSES & STONE delve into the theme of a compelling and destructive fixation that consumes the singer. The opening lines vividly describe the sense of urgency and tension the singer feels, setting the tone for the rest of the song. The mention of a "fatal disaster" hints at the dire consequences that this obsession has brought upon the singer, leading them down a path they never intended to tread alone.
As the lyrics progress, the singer expresses their relentless pursuit of a goal, symbolized by the target they have their eyes locked on. The palpitations of their heart in slow motion convey the intense emotional turmoil they are experiencing, showcasing the internal struggle between determination and desperation. Despite being on the cusp of achieving their objective with just one final push, doubt and skepticism from others cloud the singer's mind, casting a shadow over their efforts.
The narrative reaches a crescendo as the singer's journey comes to a heartbreaking end, marked by tears and the realization that their fixation has morphed into an all-consuming obsession. The imagery of their head on the brink of implosion conveys the psychological toll of their fixation, hinting at a spiraling mental state and loss of control. The repeated emphasis on needing "just one more" underscores the insatiable nature of their desire, hinting at a never-ending cycle of pursuit and disappointment.
In the final verses, the singer grapples with attempts to break free from the grip of their obsession, only to find that their efforts fall short. Despite feeling the walls closing in and the encroaching presence of their fixation, the singer defiantly pushes back against outside interference, adamantly declaring that their actions are no one else's concern. The chilling encounter at the doorbell and the question of "How many?" serve as a stark reminder of the consequences of unchecked obsession, leaving the singer suspended in a precarious state of yearning and turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
It was a fatal disaster
I made a terrible mistake that had serious consequences
I didn’t plan to go solo
I didn't intend to tackle this alone
My eyes were locked on the target
I was focused entirely on my goal
My heart was beating in slow-mo
I was filled with anxiety and anticipation
I was so close to achieving
I was on the verge of success
And all I needed was one more
I just needed one final thing to reach my goal
They had a hard time believing that I was racing my own clock
Others struggled to understand my urgency and determination
My journey ended in sad tears
My quest concluded with disappointment and sorrow
It all became an obsession
My pursuit turned into a compulsive fixation
My head was close to imploding
I was overwhelmed with stress and pressure
I just needed a last one
I was desperate for one final chance
My thoughts kept on telling me: “You gotta get the fuck out of here”
My mind was urging me to leave the situation immediately
I’ve tried to quit it
I attempted to stop obsessing over it
It was never enough for me
My efforts to let go were unsuccessful
Tried to disappear
I tried to escape from the situation
It all went so wrong
Everything fell apart
I felt it was getting closer, I could sense it around me
I believed my goal was within reach, I could feel it near
I didn’t listen to no one - I said: “It’s none of your business”
I ignored advice and asserted that my actions were my own concern
When I was reaching the floor door I could hear my own breathing
As I neared the exit, I could hear my own panicked breaths
Took a swing at the doorbell and heard the steps getting closer
I rang the doorbell in haste and heard someone approaching
A voice asks me: “How many?”
I was questioned about my intentions or actions
I said I needed just one more
I requested just one more chance or opportunity
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Wagner Donat, Williams Bradford Duarte, Davi Pacote
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Adrian Otoiu
This video was created as a presentation for the James Joyce International Conference in Bucharest University, June 8-9 2022.
There is a better and more complete version of this film at https://youtu.be/OJl9o_trUkw