Broken
William Becton & Friends Lyrics
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You're feeling so broke down
Save face
Get out of that ghost town
Keep faith
Cuz you're getting close now
You won't be left behind
You'll never be left behind
Your friends are all burnouts
Change lanes
This life is what's yours now
Keep faith
Cuz you're getting close now
You won't be left behind
You'll never be left behind
Time flies like the seasons of a past life
In a strange place
At the right time
Time flies like the seasons of a past life
In a strange place
At the right time
Reset reset
Don't you ever dare regret
Reset reset
Reset reset
It's the rhythm in your head
In a strange place
At the right time
At the right time
At the right time
At the right time
In a strange place
At the right time
The lyrics of William Becton & Friends' song "Broken" express a deep sense of remorse and despair over the state of the world and the individual's place in it. The opening lines acknowledge the singer's wrongdoing and unworthiness, seeking redemption and forgiveness. The use of "we" implies a collective responsibility, suggesting that the entire human race is complicit in the problems that plague society.
The second stanza moves into a broader critique of society, emphasizing the destruction and harm caused by human actions. The metaphor of "living in a broken world" reinforces the sense of hopelessness and powerlessness, implying that the problems are too large and systemic to be easily fixed. The repeated question "Where did you find your love?" highlights the singer's inability to access the same sense of love or hope that others seem to have found.
The final stanza returns to a more personal focus, with the singer reflecting on their own sense of displacement and disconnection. The image of falling through cracks emphasizes the fragility and precarity of human existence. The song ends with the same question, highlighting the ongoing search for love and meaning that is at the heart of the singer's journey.
Overall, "Broken" offers a powerful and poignant reflection on the human condition, grappling with the complexities and challenges of living in a world that often feels irreparably broken.
Line by Line Meaning
We’re sorry we have sinned again
We apologize for making the same mistakes over and over again
We don’t deserve the promised land
We believe we are unworthy of the blessings we have been promised
Take us while we’re on our knees
We are humbly submitting ourselves to a higher power
This is who we chose to be
Our actions define who we are, and we acknowledge that we are responsible for our choices
Somewhere along we lost our way
We recognize that we have strayed from the right path
Things fall apart and fall astray
The world is chaotic and unpredictable
We’ve poisoned every boy and girl
Our actions have harmed innocent people
We’re living in a broken world
The world is damaged and in need of repair
Where did you find your love
We are curious about where others find hope and positivity
I can’t seem to find my love
We are struggling to find a source of hope and positivity
Oh where did you find your love
We continue to seek inspiration from others' experiences
I’ve tried and I’ve tried my love
We have put forth effort to find hope and positivity, but have not been successful
Settle down demons, settle down
We want to quiet negative thoughts and feelings
Nah I don’t have demons settle down
We do not believe in demons but rather acknowledge that our emotions can be overwhelming
I just have feelings that stick around
We struggle with lingering emotions
Just the same as demons, they’re just as loud
Our emotions can be similarly intense to any external force
I don’t know why I always feel like
We are confused about our recurring emotions
I’m looking at what I want from the outside
We feel disconnected from our desires
Settle down America, settle down
We wish for peace and stability in our country
Lighting the match to burn the town
Violence and destruction only lead to more harm
And killing each other to make a sound
We should not resort to violence to make our voices heard
To prove that they were wrong to judge
We should not seek revenge on those who have wronged us
But they’re judging now
Even those who have wronged us can be judgmental
I don’t know why we think it’s right
We are uncertain why violence and hatred are seen as justified by some
To light other people on fire
We should not harm others, both physically and emotionally
Just because we know they’re wrong
Wrongdoing by others does not justify retaliation
I think I might fall through the cracks in the ocean
We feel vulnerable and susceptible to being lost or overlooked
I think the sky might fall through the cracks in my heart
We feel emotionally unstable and incapable of protecting ourselves
We could have been kings but it’s raining now
We could have achieved greatness, but external factors have hindered us
And the stars are falling with them, falling to the ground
Even celestial forces are impacted by the negative events in our lives
The young child’s looking up as they hear the sound
Innocent individuals are affected by the actions of others
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Written by: Ben DeHan
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Angela Andrews
I remember when this song came out I was homeless and living in my van with my 3 kids at the time. In spite of what I was dealing with i found it hard to be encouraged especially when you’re going thru Trial after Trial and Situations that can have you focused on the circumstances rather than focusing on the Outcome! I thank God for this song that ministered to my spirit no matter what it looked like God reminded me that He’s Greater and bigger then my problems!!! Somebody Be encouraged no matter what’s going on He “WILL”make it alright. The Joy of the Lord is your Strength!!🙏🏽💜
Hunter Likely
Amen
Amayah Yisrael
HalleluYah!!
Ava&brittany
I literally had to just remind myself it’s hard
It’s All Good®
I’m homeless now and no weapon formed against me shall prosper m, be encouraged no matter what’s going on Isaiah 54:17
It’s All Good®
How u was homeless with three kids no husband??
SWANK Finesse
As A Child My Mom Use To Play This Song All The Time And Cry, I Never Understood Why Until I Ended Up Homeless Sleeping In My Car… For Anybody Who Sees This, Stay Strong It Gets Better, And I Thank My Mom For Instilling This Into Me At A Young Child
LaToya Alston
I wanted to end my life weeks ago but I ran across this song and it gave me so much strength. Depression is a struggle but God!! I am just fine. I've already claimed it! I am living!!
Roxie Turner
May God bless you. Be encouraged and hold on!
Pamela Lee
Thank you God ALMIGHTY gaven you Your Strength to Keep Believing in Him and On Him too. ❤