My Own Worst Enemy
Vision Lyrics


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If only I could move at the speed of light
If only I was born to a greater life
If only I was made in a raging sea of love
If only I was out from the stars above

There is not my true life
I am not the man that I should be
I'm called to higher things
High time to get my wings
I'm no fun to be with anymore
I'm flying on the wings of mediocrity
I'm my own worst enemy

If only I could just explode




Like a dying star
In a blaze of lights

Overall Meaning

The first verse of My Own Worst Enemy by Vision discusses a longing for something more, something greater than what the singer currently has. The desire to move at the speed of light and be born to a greater life represents a yearning for a life that is more exciting and fulfilling than the one they are currently living. The reference to being made in a raging sea of love and being out from the stars above showcases a desire to have been born into a life that is more romantically and spiritually fulfilling.


The second verse features the singer expressing regret for being their own worst enemy. They recognize that they are not the man they should be and that they have been holding themselves back from reaching their full potential. The line "I'm flying on the wings of mediocrity" highlights that the singer knows they are not living up to their full potential and are instead settling for an average, unfulfilling life. The reference to needing to get their wings represents a desire to finally break free from their current state and reach their full potential.


Overall, My Own Worst Enemy is a song that explores the longing for something more and the realization that the singer is the one holding themselves back from reaching their full potential.


Line by Line Meaning

If only I could move at the speed of light
I wish I was able to move faster than I can


If only I was born to a greater life
I wish I was born into a life with more opportunities and possibilities


If only I was made in a raging sea of love
I wish I was created from a place of intense and passionate affection


If only I was out from the stars above
I wish I was free from the constraints and limitations of the universe


There is not my true life
I am not living the life that is meant for me


I am not the man that I should be
I am not living up to my full potential


I'm called to higher things
I have a greater purpose in life


High time to get my wings
It's time for me to take actions and make changes to reach my full potential


I'm no fun to be with anymore
My negative mindset is causing me to be unpleasant to be around


I'm flying on the wings of mediocrity
I am settling for a mediocre life instead of striving for excellence


I'm my own worst enemy
I am the one who is holding myself back from achieving my full potential


If only I could just explode
I wish I could release my full potential and abilities like an explosion


Like a dying star
Like a star that has lost its energy and brightness


In a blaze of lights
With a spectacular display of brilliance and radiance




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: STEFFEN KETH, THOMAS ADAM (DE 4)

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