Formed by Zoli Teglas as side project from his well known hardcore band Ign… Read Full Bio ↴Formed by Zoli Teglas as side project from his well known hardcore band Ignite, Zoli Band explores a completely different dimension of Teglas's creative genius. Most songs on the self titled album are heartfelt and raw, allowing you a glimpse of Teglas's inner workings. Zoli Band was featured on the Transworld Surf video game for PS2 and X Box. Alternative.

Painful
Zoli Band Lyrics

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(instrumental)
Woo Woo you're not better
Ooo woo you're not better
(Ooh...)
I've been trying to be kind but still yet your an asshole
I've been..singing these songs but it causes no pressure
(Ooh....)
You're no better now

(ooh...)
You're no better now
I've been trying to be kind but still yet your an asshole
I've been..singing these songs but it causes no pressure
(ooh...)
I said-I said-I said,
Holy lord i said,
Things have turned around
Feel like smile' but I don't know if it's allowed
Don't waste time or praise too
You're sad but true
Should of rather been in love
Now-stop-oh i saw my (??)
(ooh..)
You're no better man
I've been trying to be kind but still yet your an asshole
(ooh..)
Bruised by guys only (??) (??) (??) better
(ooh..)
I said I said I said
I said-I said-I said,
Holy lord i said,
Things have turned around
Feel like smile' but I don't know if it's allowed
Don't waste time or praise too
You're sad but true
Oh I'd rather be in love
(instrumental)
Turn me down again, put me down again
Round again round again round again again
Turn me down again, oh oh turn me down again
Round again again once again, again,
Pull me down, now, pull me down again
Round again round again round again
Drag me down now take me down again

Round again round again
Woh ooo woh ho

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Zoli Band's song Painful describe the frustration of dealing with someone who continues to be difficult and unchanging despite attempts to be kind and understanding. The repetition of "You're no better now" reinforces the idea that this person has not improved, and may in fact be getting worse. The singer reflects on their own efforts to improve the situation, even singing songs in an attempt to ease the tension, but to no avail.

The middle section of the song brings a change of perspective, with the singer acknowledging a desire to move on and find happiness, but feeling unsure if that's even possible. They warn against wasting time on people who are "sad but true" and express a longing to be in love instead.

The song ends with a repetitive chorus of "Turn me down again" and "Take me down again", adding an air of resignation and defeat.

Overall, Painful is a relatable song about trying to make things work with someone who is unwilling or unable to change, and the frustration and sadness that comes with that.

Line by Line Meaning

Woo Woo you're not better
You're not superior, no matter how much you think you are

Ooo woo you're not better
You're not the best or the greatest, no matter how much you believe you are

I've been trying to be kind but still yet your an asshole
Despite my efforts to be gracious and considerate, you remain an unpleasant and obnoxious person

I've been..singing these songs but it causes no pressure
I've been performing these musical compositions, but it doesn't make any difference or impact on you

You're no better now
You haven't improved or changed at all

I said-I said-I said, Holy lord i said, Things have turned around
I've noticed a significant transformation or reversal in circumstances

Feel like smile' but I don't know if it's allowed
I have a desire to smile or express happiness, but I'm not sure if that's appropriate or acceptable in this situation

Don't waste time or praise too, You're sad but true
Don't spend too much effort or energy on someone who is genuinely pitiful, but also genuine in their character flaws

Should of rather been in love, Now-stop-oh i saw my (??)
I would have preferred to be in love than dealing with this situation, now I realize my mistake

You're no better man
You continue to be inferior, regardless of your gender

Bruised by guys only (??) (??) (??) better
Having been emotionally or psychologically damaged by men, you still haven't improved

Turn me down again, put me down again, Round again round again round again again
Reject me or insult me once more, repeat the cycle of disrespect and negativity

Turn me down again, oh oh turn me down again, Round again again once again, again,
Refuse me another time, repeated again once again

Pull me down, now, pull me down again, Round again round again round again
Bring me lower, once again, in a never-ending cycle

Drag me down now take me down again, Round again round again, Woh ooo woh ho
Lower me even further, repeating the same cycle over and over again, with a feeling of defeat

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