Albums
Mary Star of the Sea (2003)
Singles
Honestly (2002)
Lyric (2003)
Wasting Time
Zwan Lyrics
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in between dull days
i'm out counting flowers
i'm still chasing faith
mistake me for a pilot
mistake me for a face you know
consider this old conscience
let no trouble come my way
wasting time, you'd understand
wasting time
wasting time, we'll make our plans
wasting time
it's you alone i wish to free
on you alone i'll focus
it's not the change i wish to believe
this coming of the locusts
skipping like a skimming stone
skimming the bad chapters
swimming thru your tides alone
swimming on your laughter, we're after
wasting time, you'd understand
wasting time
wasting time, let's take the chance
wasting time
you and i, we understand
time is not for making
but just because we don't have a clue
doesn't mean we're faking, we're wasting
wasting time, you'd understand
wasting time
wasting time, we'll make our plans
wasting time
The lyrics to Zwan's song "Wasting Time" speak to the feeling of being lost and unsure of what to do with oneself; feeling as though you're just killing time. The lines "in between dim hours, in between dull days" allude to the idea of being stuck in a rut, with no clear sense of direction. The singer refers to "counting flowers" and "chasing faith," which could signify a search for meaning or purpose in life. Additionally, they mention being incorrectly identified as someone or something they're not: "mistake me for a pilot, mistake me for a face you know." This further touches on the notion of feeling lost or misunderstood.
The chorus, "wasting time, you'd understand, wasting time, wasting time, we'll make our plans, wasting time," seems to suggest that, despite the feeling of being stagnant or aimless, the singer is still hopeful that something will come of it. There's an acceptance of the current state but a belief that things can change or improve. The second verse seems to focus more on a specific person or relationship, as the singer desires to "free" this individual and "focus" on them alone. They mention that it's not necessarily about changing anything, but more so just being present and enjoying each other's company. This could be interpreted as a solution or distraction from the feeling of "wasting time."
Overall, the theme of the song is a common one; the feeling of being lost or stuck in life, and the uncertainty of what the future holds. The lyrics touch on the importance of being present in the moment and finding joy in the little things, as well as the hope that something meaningful will come out of this period of uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
in between dim hours
During the time when the light is low
in between dull days
In the midst of uneventful, monotonous days
i'm out counting flowers
I'm occupying myself with trivial activities
i'm still chasing faith
I'm pursuing something intangible, without clear proof of its existence
mistake me for a pilot
Wrongly assume that I have control or authority
mistake me for a face you know
Confuse me with someone else you are familiar with
consider this old conscience
Take into account this well-established sense of right and wrong
let no trouble come my way
May I be spared from any adversity
wasting time, you'd understand
If you were in my shoes, you would recognize the pointlessness of this activity
wasting time
Spending time without any clear purpose or direction
wasting time, we'll make our plans
We'll come up with strategies even though we are not being productive right now
it's you alone i wish to free
My goal is to liberate only you
on you alone i'll focus
I will give my undivided attention to you
it's not the change i wish to believe
I don't believe in the change that is being proposed
this coming of the locusts
The impending destruction or devastation that is approaching
skipping like a skimming stone
Jumping or moving quickly from one thing to another
skimming the bad chapters
Breezing through the unpleasant parts of life
swimming thru your tides alone
Navigating the ups and downs of life by yourself
swimming on your laughter, we're after
We are pursuing the joy that you bring
you and i, we understand
You and I share a common understanding
time is not for making
Time does not lend itself to creation, only consumption
but just because we don't have a clue
Just because we are uncertain
doesn't mean we're faking, we're wasting
It's not insincerity, we truly are wasting time
Contributed by Nora J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Hunterbidensdesktop
This song makes me wish that someone was waiting for me somewhere.
@khristophertaylor3718
They are. We are
@paulgardner5079
dont it though
@joegermain3558
Beautiful
@gordylincon109
Watched this movie last night. When this song came on it hit me hard. We watched it all the time in high school. 11 years later. .
@mydlisj
Thats funny mate, We were doing exactly same , me and my girlfriend 10 years ago, highschool time too ,almost every night , now it always hit me even harder ..
@murrman89
Just rewatched spun and found this song 😊
@virgillesaca
Billy if you see this or anyone that feels as I do when I hear this song, I love you.
@marksgoogle4360
Best movie soundtrack ever
@paulinamansillatoro2778
Right into my depression 👌🏾