Push Higher
Whippersnapper Lyrics

Friction causes fire causes friction,
The cycle of conflict and tension leading to more conflict has been a constant pattern in human history.

And that's the way its always been
This pattern has existed for a long time and continues to persist.

So here it comes again.
Another instance of this cycle is about to occur.

I push those thoughts away,
The artist actively tries to avoid dwelling on these negative patterns.

I have to handle,
The artist is equipped to manage whatever may come.

There's nothing I can't take
The singer is confident in their ability to overcome obstacles.

With two hands reaching for the sky.
The singer is ambitiously pursuing their goals and aspirations.

And I know that you can see me
The artist is aware that they are being observed or judged by others.

But you don't
Despite being seen, the artist feels ignored or forgotten by others.

I've passed you by a thousand times
The artist has encountered others many times, but without meaningful connection.

Can we find the tie that binds?
The singer longs for a deeper connection with others, a shared purpose or bond.

All these walls and lines
Metaphorical divisions and barriers between people are preventing unity and understanding.

Separate you, separate me
These divisions result in individuals being isolated and alone, lacking support and belonging.

Until we walk the world blind.
If these divisions persist, we will all be unable to see clearly, unable to find truth.

Push higher and higher up above,
The singer encourages themselves and others to strive towards greater heights, both literally and metaphorically.

The earth beneath my feet.
Despite striving upwards, the artist remains grounded in reality and rooted in their values.

The world is a mirror.
The artist views the world and other people as a reflection of themselves.

We see ourselves
Our perception of others reveals our own nature and mindset.

In everyone we meet.
We can learn from and find connection with other people if we approach them with empathy and compassion.

All my life I have seen
The artist has observed this cycle of division and conflict throughout their entire life.

The divisions we create
Humans actively build barriers and divisions between themselves and others.

Don't want it.
The artist rejects this behavior and mindset.

I refuse to look
The singer actively avoids a negative perspective.

Through the eyes of hate
The artist does not want to view others negatively or with ill will.

And though my stand may waver
The singer acknowledges that their resolve may falter, but they will continue to strive towards positive change.

I'm only human,
The singer recognizes their humanity and fallibility.

I'm bound to make mistakes
Despite striving for perfection, the singer accepts that they are not infallible.

But still I'm reaching for the sky.
Despite their limitations, the artist continues to aspire towards progress and growth.

And it's everyone I see.
The artist seeks common ground with all people, despite their differences and divisions.