415 In Progress
We Are The Union Lyrics

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Today is a new day, a chance to scale our plans to make,
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for these
Razorblades, these razorblades between my teeth.

Tell them in my hands, rope tied and not moving
Your bloodshed I can’t stand.
One by one I pick out carefully each one of these
Razorblades, these razorblades between my teeth.

So let the silence scream,
You’re the noise come plain through this basement scene.
So let the silence scream,
You’re the noise come plain through this basement scene.

Razorblades, razorblades between my teeth.

Overall Meaning

In "415 In Progress" by We Are The Union, the singer begins by acknowledging the opportunity for a fresh start and thanking someone for providing them with razorblades. However, it becomes apparent that these razorblades are not for any productive purpose but rather for self-harm or suicidal intentions as the singer refers to them being "between my teeth." The next verse reveals a darker side to the situation, with the singer picturing themselves with their hands tied, unable to stop someone else from causing bloodshed. This juxtaposition of thanking someone for weapons that could have such a destructive use highlights the complicated emotions of mental health struggles and the push and pull between wanting to reach out for help and wanting to give in to harmful thoughts.

The repeated line "So let the silence scream, you're the noise come plain through this basement scene" adds to the feeling of desperation and isolation, as if the singer is screaming out for help but feeling unheard. The final line of the song brings us back to the image of the razorblades, leaving us with a haunting reminder of the darkness that can accompany mental illness.

Overall, "415 In Progress" is a powerful song that sheds light on the emotional complexities and struggles of mental health. It portrays the difficult journey of trying to overcome harmful thoughts and the need for support and understanding from those around us.

Line by Line Meaning

Today is a new day, a chance to scale our plans to make,
Every day gives us an opportunity to build on our plans and succeed.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for these
The singer is grateful for something but it is unknown what they are thanking the listener for.

Razorblades, these razorblades between my teeth.
The razorblades represent internal pain and the singer is suffering from their own thoughts and emotions.

Tell them in my hands, rope tied and not moving
The artist feels helpless and trapped in their current situation.

Your bloodshed I can’t stand.
The artist is against violence and doesn't want to see anyone hurt.

One by one I pick out carefully each one of these
The singer is methodically dealing with their issues and emotions.

Razorblades, these razorblades between my teeth.
The razorblades are a recurring symbol of the singer's pain and internal struggles.

So let the silence scream,
The artist wants to express their emotions and let it be heard even if there is no one to listen.

You’re the noise come plain through this basement scene.
The artist is acknowledging the presence of the listener as their outlet to express themselves.

Razorblades, razorblades between my teeth.
Once again, the razorblades represent the artist's internal pain and struggles.

Contributed by Kennedy B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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