The Book
Wonka Bar Lyrics
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A story of two lives aligned
What the words cannot say is here after the day
How the things can't escape once they're stuck in your mind
And oh, I tried
Now the E's that were there as a feeling to share
Are now wrapped up and packed up away
When you asked me, you begged me , I wanted to stay
And you'd ask for the truth but you'd never believe it.
Without pain our life was divine
And all I had, went there with you, and all I am ended with you
But I do now what I always wanted to do.
And I do best without you.
You'd only leave when you'd think I was staying
Not clear a space where my body is laying
Can't learn the rules of the game that you're playing
No matter how hard I try.
And how my life will be this time
With faith and latitude resigned
Dread the day to say goodbye
And what is real, will find
Now the front of the book with its empty lined pages
A pen there just aching to write
And the string line between us that holds us together
Will weaken and break if we pull it too tight.
And you'd ask for the truth but you'd never believe it.
Without pain our life was divine
And oh, I tried
And oh, I tried
And all I can say is, oh, I've lived today
And all that I can say
Is I tried.
Oh, that I tried
Oh, that I tried.
The lyrics of "The Book" by Wonka Bar delve into the complexities of a past relationship, where two lives were once aligned and intertwined before ultimately coming to a painful end. The lyrics begin with the back of the book and the twice written pages, indicating the constant struggle to let go of the memories of the past. It speaks to how things that are stuck in our minds cannot easily escape, no matter how hard we try. This echoes the theme of the song - the difficulty of moving on from a past relationship and trying to start a new chapter.
The lyrics then shift to the concept of "E's," potentially referring to the letter "E" as a representation of emotion or positive energy within the relationship. They were once a feeling that could be shared, but now they're packed away and gone. The singer contemplates how the relationship would've been perfect without the pain, but ultimately he or she can now do what they've always wanted to without their past partner.
The lyrics continue to reflect on the challenges of letting go and moving on, with the singer recognizing the difficulty of playing the rules of the game their past partner was playing. The lyrics end on a hopeful note, with the front of the book representing new beginnings and the singer recognizing that they've tried their best.
Overall, "The Book" is a poignant reflection on past relationships, the struggle to move on, and the inevitability of new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
From the back of the book are the twice written pages
The story of two lives is written on the pages of the book, emphasizing the alignment of their paths.
What the words cannot say is here after the day
There are things that cannot be expressed in words, but are felt or experienced after the fact.
How the things can't escape once they're stuck in your mind
Memories or thoughts are difficult to forget once they become ingrained in your mind.
And oh, I tried
Despite the odds, the artist made an effort to change or improve a situation.
Now the E's that were there as a feeling to share
The shared emotions or experiences that once bonded the two people are now packed away and forgotten.
Are now wrapped up and packed up away
These feelings or memories have been stored or repressed.
The look through the phone as the change of the home
A possible reference to a long-distance relationship, and the discomfort or unfamiliarity with a new living situation.
When you asked me, you begged me, I wanted to stay
The artist was asked or urged to stay but ultimately decided to leave.
And you'd ask for the truth but you'd never believe it.
The other person requested honesty but may not have been able to accept or understand it.
Without pain our life was divine
Perhaps suggesting that strife or difficulties are necessary for us to appreciate our blessings or feel fully alive.
And all I had, went there with you, and all I am ended with you
The singer's identity or purpose was largely tied to the other person.
But I do now what I always wanted to do.
The artist is pursuing their own desires or dreams without being held back.
And I do best without you.
The singer has found that they thrive or are most successful without the other person in their life.
You'd only leave when you'd think I was staying
The other person may have only left or pushed away when they felt the singer was getting too close or dependent.
Not clear a space where my body is laying
A metaphorical reference to a lack of emotional space or respect for the singer's boundaries.
Can't learn the rules of the game that you're playing
The other person's actions or motivations are unpredictable or incomprehensible to the artist.
No matter how hard I try.
Despite their efforts, the artist may be unable to resolve or improve the situation.
And how my life will be this time
The singer is uncertain about their future or what lies ahead.
With faith and latitude resigned
The singer has accepted that they have little control over their circumstances or the actions of others.
Dread the day to say goodbye
The artist anticipates a painful or difficult separation from someone or something they care about.
And what is real, will find
The truth or reality of a situation will eventually become clear or apparent.
Now the front of the book with its empty lined pages
The artist's future is uncertain or unwritten, like the blank pages at the beginning of a book.
A pen there just aching to write
The singer is eager or ready to make their mark or create their own story.
And the string line between us that holds us together
The fragile tie or bond between the artist and the other person is what keeps them connected.
Will weaken and break if we pull it too tight.
If the two people hold on too tightly or try to force things, their relationship will suffer or break apart.
And oh, I tried
The singer acknowledges that they made an effort or gave it their all.
And all I can say is, oh, I've lived today
Regardless of the outcome, the singer has experienced life and grown from it.
And all that I can say
The artist has little else to offer or express about their situation.
Is I tried.
The artist attempted to create change or improve their situation and is at peace with that effort.
Oh, that I tried
An emphasis or repetition of the above sentiment.
Contributed by John P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.