Chains
Wolfgang Press The Lyrics
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Chains
We console now, you and I
I said hold me there, hold me
Make the night roll magic, I will not fly away
So now make it, make it rain
Chains
I have wandered and I have found
No reason that I can understand
Why all these boundaries return to where I am
So please break them, make them break down into
Chains
Chains
Make the night roll
And hold my hands up to your own
I'm like a man pitied and maimed
Sorrow won't lift our shame like these
Chains
Chains
Chains
Chains
Chains
The song Chains by Wolfgang Press is a reflective piece on the human experience of feeling restricted and trapped by society's boundaries. The first verse depicts a moment of intimacy and vulnerability between the two people being addressed in the song, as they seek comfort in each other's company. The repetition of "Chains" emphasizes the sense of confinement that the singer feels, which is reinforced by the imagery of being held down that is present throughout the song.
The second verse deepens the feeling of frustration and confusion that the singer is experiencing, as they struggle to understand why these restrictive forces seem to haunt them no matter where they go. The plea for the chains to be broken is a desperate cry for liberation, as the singer grapples with the weight of social expectations and limitations.
Overall, the song speaks to the deeply ingrained desire for freedom and self-expression that is universal to the human experience. The use of repetition and simple, direct language intensifies the emotional impact of the lyrics, drawing the listener into the singer's struggle and creating a powerful sense of solidarity.
Line by Line Meaning
We console now, you and I
Together, we try to find comfort in each other's company.
I said hold me there, hold me
I ask you to hold me tight and keep me grounded, so I don't fly away.
Make the night roll magic, I will not fly away
Create an enchanting atmosphere that will make me forget my troubles and feel safe and content where I am.
So now make it, make it rain
I ask you to bring on the emotions, no matter how intense or heavy, so that we can face them together.
I have wandered and I have found
I've explored different paths in life and gained some experience.
No reason that I can understand
However, I can't make sense of everything that's happened to me or the world around me.
Why all these boundaries return to where I am
I keep facing obstacles and limitations no matter where I go or what I do.
So please break them, make them break down into
I urge you to help me overcome these restrictions and barriers in order to achieve what we want.
And hold my hands up to your own
I reach out to you for support and encouragement.
I'm like a man pitied and maimed
I feel like a broken and helpless person who needs someone to show him kindness and understanding.
Sorrow won't lift our shame like these
Our guilt and regret won't go away easily, but perhaps we can find solace in our shared pain and acceptance of our flaws and mistakes.
Chains
We feel trapped and limited by our circumstances and emotions.
Chains
We repeat this word to emphasize the feeling of being stuck and helpless.
Chains
We express the frustration and pain of being restrained and held back.
Chains
We use this word as a metaphor for the burdens and barriers that we face and want to break free from.
Chains
We repeat this word to create a sense of rhythm and repetition that conveys our enduring struggle and desire for release.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Walt Disney Music Company, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN MARK EITZEL, TIM MOONEY, CRAIG GRAY, PAUL HOOD
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