Careless
Us Pàlm Lyrics

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break all the bonds that are holding you
fall out of the window, out of this world
but know that your thorns
still will be there when you start anew

you break all the bones that are holding you
you fall out of window, fall off this world
but know that your thorns

still will be there when you start

accident witness of your flight
i've been careless, dreamless
and for a glance i saw you at eleventh floor
can't care less, dream less

and so the time ran forth
for you to meet the earth
now there's nothing of the person you could be
and all the ghosts i see
they circle against my face:

"live in memoria"

..and with these words i go.

Overall Meaning

In "Careless" by Us Pàlm, the lyrics depict a sense of letting go and breaking free from the constraints that hold one back. The lines "break all the bonds that are holding you" and "fall out of the window, out of this world" suggest a desire for liberation and a need to escape from the limitations imposed by society or personal circumstances. The repetition of the phrase "know that your thorns still will be there when you start anew" hints that despite leaving behind what is familiar, there will always be elements of one's struggles that remain.

The next verse continues the theme of breaking free, metaphorically comparing it to breaking bones and falling from a window. The repetition reinforces the idea of taking a leap into the unknown, even if it means leaving behind comfort and security. The line "but know that your thorns still will be there when you start" indicates that even in starting fresh, past pains and challenges may still linger.

The bridge of the song introduces a third person perspective, describing the singer as an "accident witness" who has been careless and dreamless. This could represent a sense of detachment or disconnection with reality. The sight of the person falling from the eleventh floor is described as a fleeting glance, reflecting a lack of concern or indifference. The lines "can't care less, dream less" further emphasize this detachment and disinterest.

As the song progresses, there is a realization that time has passed for the person falling, and now there is nothing left of the potential they held. The ghosts, possibly symbolizing regrets or missed opportunities, encircle the singer's face. The phrase "live in memoria" is a command or reminder to remember, suggesting that the memory of this event will stick with the singer.

Overall, "Careless" by Us Pàlm explores themes of liberation, detachment, and the consequences of our actions. It delves into the idea of breaking free from constraints but not escaping the repercussions of our choices.

Line by Line Meaning

break all the bonds that are holding you
Sever all the ties and restrictions that are confining you

fall out of the window, out of this world
Escape from this reality and venture into the unknown

but know that your thorns
However, be aware that your flaws and insecurities

still will be there when you start anew
Will still persist even if you begin again

accident witness of your flight
I unintentionally observed your departure

i've been careless, dreamless
I have been reckless and devoid of aspirations

and for a glance i saw you at eleventh floor
And with a fleeting look, I caught sight of you on the eleventh floor

can't care less, dream less
I couldn't be less concerned or have fewer dreams

and so the time ran forth
As a result, time moved forward

for you to meet the earth
For you to face reality and confront the world

now there's nothing of the person you could be
Now, there is no trace of the potential person you could have become