Angry Words
Willy Porter Lyrics
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Across the foot of my bed
Crumpled sheets, two tired bodies
Sins I commit now in my head
I have cursed your name a thousand times or more
Your photograph lies deep at the bottom of my drawer
But when I looked at it this morning
The coffee maker that you gave me it finally broke down
It up and died this morning with a groaning sound
All these ghosts I have driven out, driven them from my house
It's a simple life I lead still got a lot to learn about
Yeah, but I'm finally getting over
Yes, I'm finally getting over yeah, I'm finally getting over
The sad part of yesterday no angry words to say
I learned a little 'bout forgiveness, learned a little 'bout sin
A little 'bout the soul of a man living within this skin
I ain't afraid of a new love that could be starting
And I don't wear a face that says I'm weary-broken-hearted
I don't need someone to smother with the love that you discarded
No, I'm finally getting over yes, I'm finally getting over
Yeah, I'm finally getting over the sad part of yesterday
Yeah I'm finally getting over yes I'm finally getting over
I'm finally getting over, the sad part of yesterday
Yeah, I'm finally getting over, over you
The song "Angry Words" by Willy Porter is about the process of moving on from a past relationship. The singer describes how, despite feeling angry and hurt at first, he has finally reached a point where he is able to let go of his resentment and move forward. The opening lines set the scene for the song, with the singer lying in bed and reflecting on the past. He describes the guilt he feels for the mistakes he made in the relationship, and how he has been unable to let go of his anger towards his former partner.
As the song progresses, the singer begins to come to terms with his emotions. He mentions a photograph of his ex-partner that he has kept hidden away, but when he looks at it he finds that he no longer has any angry words to say. He also mentions a coffee maker that his partner gave him which has broken down, symbolising the end of the relationship. The singer uses language that suggests he has been carrying a heavy burden, saying that he has "driven out" the ghosts of his past and has "a lot to learn" about living a simple life.
In the final verse, the singer reflects on what he has learned from his experience. He has gained insight into forgiveness and sin, and has come to realise that he does not need to be defined by the love that he lost. The song ends with a sense of hope and optimism, as the singer acknowledges that he is "finally getting over" his past relationship and is ready to move on to new possibilities.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see those visions dancing
I am haunted by memories of my past and my mistakes.
Across the foot of my bed
My failures are always present in my mind, even when I am trying to rest.
Crumpled sheets, two tired bodies
The remnants of past relationships continue to affect me.
Sins I commit now in my head
I am plagued by feelings of regret and guilt over past actions.
I have cursed your name a thousand times or more
I have been angry at you for a long time and expressed my frustration many times.
Your photograph lies deep at the bottom of my drawer
I have hidden reminders of you away, trying to move on.
But when I looked at it this morning
Despite my efforts to forget, I was forced to confront my feelings.
I had no angry words to say, no angry words to say
I am learning to forgive and let go of my anger towards you.
The coffee maker that you gave me it finally broke down
A tangible symbol of our past relationship has come to an end.
It up and died this morning with a groaning sound
The coffee maker's breakdown has caused me to reflect on the transience of relationships.
All these ghosts I have driven out, driven them from my house
I am working to rid myself of the remnants of past relationships and mistakes.
It's a simple life I lead still got a lot to learn about
I am trying to live a simpler life and learn from my experiences.
Yeah, but I'm finally getting over
I am making progress in moving on from my past.
Yes, I'm finally getting over yeah, I'm finally getting over
I am starting to heal and move forward with my life.
The sad part of yesterday no angry words to say
I am learning to let go of my anger and sadness about the past.
I learned a little 'bout forgiveness, learned a little 'bout sin
I am beginning to understand the importance of forgiveness and the consequences of my actions.
A little 'bout the soul of a man living within this skin
I am starting to reflect on my own identity and inner life.
I ain't afraid of a new love that could be starting
I am open to the possibility of falling in love again.
And I don't wear a face that says I'm weary-broken-hearted
I am trying to move on from past heartbreak and not let it define me.
I don't need someone to smother with the love that you discarded
I am working on finding peace and fulfillment without relying on others.
No, I'm finally getting over yes, I'm finally getting over
I am continuing to make progress in moving on from my past.
I'm finally getting over, the sad part of yesterday
I am starting to feel better and focus on the present rather than the past.
Yeah, I'm finally getting over, over you
I am learning to let go of my attachment to you and move forward with my life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN CALARCO, WILLY PORTER
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