2x2
Umphrey\'s McGee Lyrics

The lyrics to Umphrey's McGee's song "2x2" reflect a sense of longing for completeness and unity. The references to "One lies in waiting" and "One mind who wants for more" suggest that there is a missing piece that needs to be found in order to achieve a sense of wholeness. The metaphor of four arms plain for one goal suggests that there is a common purpose, but something is still missing.

The chorus of the song suggests a feeling of uncertainty and doubt. The lines "And it comes on slow / And it folds all you know / Yet it seems so far" reflect a sense of being overwhelmed by the task at hand, while still feeling a sense of distance from the ultimate goal. The lines "What will measure mine?" and "What is suffering?" suggest that there are deeper questions at play here, perhaps related to the meaning of life or the purpose of existence.

The bridge of the song brings up the idea of control, both in the personal sense ("Could I leave it now / When so tired am I") and in the societal sense ("Could I be bought or sold today?"). This furthers the underlying theme of the search for completeness and unity, suggesting that external forces may be at play in hindering the achievement of these goals.