When I'm Wrong
Weep Lyrics


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Broken clocks and ankles
Bandage all we can
Tangled hair and evils
Hurry to feel your loss

In blindness your tongue-tied lies
Were honey sweet
Venom set to song
Say the strong

In silence your efforts
Die in my arms
Not without their charms
Say the strong

When I'm wrong

Something of a poison
Soft a garden grows




Born of blood in season
Growing to feel your loss

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Weep's song When I'm Wrong seem to be describing a situation in which the singer or singer realizes they have made a mistake or wronged someone, and are now grappling with the consequences. The opening lines mention "broken clocks and ankles" and "tangled hair and evils," which could suggest a sense of chaos or disarray. The line "bandage all we can" could imply an attempt to repair or heal the situation, though it's not clear if this is successful.


The following lines indicate that the singer may have been lying or concealing something, as they refer to "blindness" and "tongue-tied lies" that were "honey sweet" but also venomous. The lyrics suggest that the deception may have been a form of defense or offense ("say the strong"), but that it ultimately failed ("in silence your efforts die in my arms").


The final lines seem to suggest a kind of poetic justice or karmic reckoning, as the singer acknowledges the hurt they have caused and the growth that has come from it ("something of a poison, soft a garden grows...born of blood in season, growing to feel your loss"). Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of regret and reflection, tinged with both bitterness and perseverance.


Line by Line Meaning

Broken clocks and ankles
Everything is deteriorating and breaking apart, even time and our physical bodies.


Bandage all we can
We try to fix the damage, but it's only a temporary solution.


Tangled hair and evils
Our problems and troubles become intertwined and complex, like a mess of hair that's hard to untangle.


Hurry to feel your loss
We rush to experience the pain and sadness of losing someone or something, as if it's necessary for healing.


In blindness your tongue-tied lies
When you're unable to see the truth, you can only speak lies that contradict each other or trap you further.


Were honey sweet
Despite being lies, the words might be comforting or sound pleasant to hear in the moment.


Venom set to song
Lies can be just as poisonous and harmful as venomous substances.


Say the strong
Those who are confident and powerful can use lies to manipulate or control others.


In silence your efforts
Things you do without speaking about them, like trying to make amends or showing love, can go unnoticed or unappreciated.


Die in my arms
Even if you put your best effort, it may not be enough to save or change someone or something you care about.


Not without their charms
Despite the failure or disappointment, there were still good things or positive qualities that you can appreciate.


Say the strong
Those who are powerful can determine what's considered valuable or true, regardless of reality.


When I'm wrong
Acknowledging that you're not perfect and can make mistakes, but also that it's important to take responsibility and learn from them.


Something of a poison
Even things that seem innocent or beneficial can have negative consequences or lead to harm.


Soft a garden grows
Kindness and love can grow and flourish like plants in a garden, but it requires care and patience.


Born of blood in season
The good things in life might have come from suffering or sacrifice, like a plant that has to shed leaves or endure harsh weather before thriving again.


Growing to feel your loss
As we grow and experience life, loss becomes inevitable and shapes how we see the world and ourselves.




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inkedpinup

Tangled Hair and Evil... Cannot out do Doc's songwriting skills!! He's got mad skillz yo!

SnakeOilGhost

I've always wondered whether he was truly buck naked, swinging for the fences, or if he was rocking a sock or something.

Brett Wood

This is a great tune. WEEP is so smooth. Its hard to put your finger on what makes them so alluring. Come out for the Hammer, stay for the gritty up to date synths with an 80s infused naivete. So great!

Cris

I luv Doc Hammer's works this song rocks -because Weep rocks!!!-

gurr003

great song! Like how photos and video come together!

shishkabobette

I love it!! Weep is so amazing :D

Clematisian

 . . . Happy to know that you're painting again, Eric.

Dianna Baer

love this one....

Tracy Murray

This is my third time watching this video and I can confidently say he is wearing undies.

William Wilson

How cool is Doc Hammer

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