Wearing Thin
Until we are ghosts Lyrics

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I'm not saying that your wrong, but I know that I'm right
And this is happening for the hundredth fucking time.
I'm doing everything I can, to keep this from falling apart, again.
This constant fighting, leaves me questioning, why we're together.

You made your mark on me, that will last forever.
Just as eyes close, the truth emerges from us both.

In this darkness, we face an overbearing feeling that we are alone.
We found ourselves, at this crossroad, of uncertainty, and cruel intention.
The face of the faithless (has made us feel vacant).
I know you feel like giving up but I'm not giving up on you.

I'm letting the wind take my wings and show me the way.
Guiding along and never letting me stray.
My destination is where I belong, I'll find my place and I'll be strong.
With each passing moment, these memories plague me.
And as much as I need you, I know that we can't be.

If you leave it will tear into me, exposing my heart, a crater dug so deep can never be refilled.
I need to come clean, I need to cut this rope.

Suspending hope in a home that's filled with ghosts.
But I will hold this close until we are ghosts.
And suddenly we fade to gray, perspectives not the same.
But this is my choice and I'm not saying that you're wrong, but I know that I'm right
And this is happening for the hundredth fucking time.

And I will hold this home despite suspended hope.
And I will keep this close until we are ghosts.

Overall Meaning

The song "Wearing Thin" by Until We Are Ghosts is a deep and emotional reflection on a relationship that is in constant turmoil. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and desperation, as the singer tries to hold on to something that seems to be slipping away. The repeated lines "I'm not saying that you're wrong, but I know that I'm right" reflect a sense of stubbornness and pride on the singer's part, while also acknowledging the difficulties in their relationship. The constant fighting and questioning of why they're together suggests a lack of trust and understanding. However, there is also a sense of deep love and attachment present in the lyrics, as the singer describes the other person's mark on them that will last forever and their reluctance to let them go, even though they know it may be necessary.

The second verse shifts the tone slightly, as the singer describes a feeling of isolation and uncertainty, a crossroad of cruel intention. They feel alone and abandoned, facing a daunting future without the other person. The line "the face of the faithless has made us feel vacant" suggests a betrayal of trust on the other person's part, which has left the singer feeling hollow and empty. However, in spite of all this, the singer remains determined to hold on until they are both ghosts, suggesting a deep sense of devotion and commitment to the other person.

Overall, "Wearing Thin" is a powerful and introspective song that explores the complexities of a troubled relationship. The lyrics offer a raw and honest portrayal of the ups and downs of love, and the enduring power of connection even in the face of uncertainty and doubt.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm not saying that your wrong, but I know that I'm right
I acknowledge your stand but I strongly believe in mine

And this is happening for the hundredth fucking time.
We're caught in this repetitive cycle of arguments

I'm doing everything I can, to keep this from falling apart, again.
I'm exerting all efforts to avoid another break-up

This constant fighting, leaves me questioning, why we're together.
Frequent arguments make me doubt our relationship

You made your mark on me, that will last forever.
Your impact on me will leave a lasting impression

Just as eyes close, the truth emerges from us both.
We reveal our real selves when we're vulnerable

In this darkness, we face an overbearing feeling that we are alone.
We experience an overwhelming sense of loneliness and despair

We found ourselves, at this crossroad, of uncertainty, and cruel intention.
We're at a crucial point full of doubt and unclear motives

The face of the faithless (has made us feel vacant).
Disloyalty and dishonesty have made us feel empty

I know you feel like giving up but I'm not giving up on you.
I believe in us, even though you're losing hope

I'm letting the wind take my wings and show me the way.
I'm surrendering control to fate and trusting the process

Guiding along and never letting me stray.
I'm being led down a path without any distractions

My destination is where I belong, I'll find my place and I'll be strong.
I'm confident that I'll reach my rightful place and be resilient enough to overcome challenges

With each passing moment, these memories plague me.
The memories of us haunt me as time passes by

And as much as I need you, I know that we can't be.
Even though I crave your presence, I recognize that it's not meant to be

If you leave it will tear into me, exposing my heart, a crater dug so deep can never be refilled.
Your departure will wound me deeply, leaving a permanent scar

I need to come clean, I need to cut this rope.
I have to admit the truth and end this destructive cycle

Suspending hope in a home that's filled with ghosts.
Holding onto hope in a relationship that's dominated by past mistakes

But I will hold this close until we are ghosts.
I'll cherish the memory of us even when we're long gone

And suddenly we fade to gray, perspectives not the same.
Our relationship loses its vibrancy and we can't see eye to eye anymore

And I will hold this home despite suspended hope.
I'll keep our relationship alive even when hope is distant

And I will keep this close until we are ghosts.
I'll hold onto the love we shared until the end of time

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