Slow
X-ACTO \ IGNITE Lyrics
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There was a bond
I sure learned I couldn't have
Been more wrong
You're looking out for number one
Now you're not the only one
there's direction (slow)
Take it slow
I thought...
That blood was thick
I sure got a better look standing in it
You sure hit hard
Next time I'll be on my guard
there's direction (slow)
There's no objective (slow)
Take it slow
Slow
there's affection (slow)
There's no protection (slow)
Take it slow
nothing's... sacred
The lyrics to "Slow" by X-ACTO \ IGNITE seem to be about the betrayal of trust, disillusionment, and the need for caution when dealing with people who may prioritize their own interests over relationships. The singer initially believed that there was a strong bond between himself and the person he is addressing, but he has now realized that he was wrong. The other person is only looking out for themselves, and the singer feels a sense of disappointment and betrayal.
The second verse expands on this theme, with the singer referencing the idea that blood is thicker than water, implying that there is a family connection between them. However, he is now seeing the situation more clearly and acknowledging that the other person dealt him a hard blow. The final lines of the verse suggest that the singer is now wiser and more guarded.
The chorus is repeated throughout the song and seems to advise caution and patience in the face of difficult situations. "There's direction (slow) / There's no objective (slow) / Take it slow" suggests that the singer recognizes that there may be a path forward, but that it will require careful consideration and may not have a clear goal. "There's affection (slow) / There's no protection (slow) / Take it slow" suggests that the singer still feels some emotional attachment to the other person, but that this cannot be relied upon to provide a protective shield.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of hurt and disillusionment, but also a recognition that there may be a way forward if approached with caution and care.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought...
At one point, I believed there was a close connection between us.
There was a bond
I believed we had a strong emotional tie that would last.
I sure learned I couldn't have
Unfortunately, I discovered that the bond wasn't as strong as I initially thought.
Been more wrong
I couldn't have been further from the truth regarding the strength of the connection between us.
You're looking out for number one
You're more focused on your own needs than worrying about anyone else's.
Now you're not the only one
I'm also looking out for myself and striving for personal success.
There's direction (slow)
Although we're moving forward, it's at a slow and steady pace.
There's no objective (slow)
We're not exactly sure where we're heading or what our end goal is.
Take it slow
We need to be patient and not rush into anything.
That blood was thick
I thought that family ties were difficult to break.
I sure got a better look standing in it
However, upon closer examination, it became clear that family relationships can be just as fragile as any other.
You sure hit hard
Your actions or words towards me affected me deeply.
Next time I'll be on my guard
In the future, I'll be more cautious and prepared for any attacks or backlash.
There's affection (slow)
We still have feelings towards each other, but they're growing slowly.
There's no protection (slow)
There's limited safety or security in this relationship - we're both exposed to the possibility of emotional harm.
Slow
Once again, we need to be patient and take our time before jumping to any conclusions or making any rash decisions.
nothing's... sacred
There's ultimately no guarantee that something won't be broken, damaged or tarnished during this process.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAT SHERMAN, WES JONES, LISA ORIGLIASSO, JESSICA ORIGLIASSO
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@earthcitizen3939
Nice to hear some of the Joe Nelson version of Ignite. What's interesting about Ignite is that Nelson, Johnson, and Teglas have different voices but they kind of fit.