Daybreak
beat-trip Lyrics
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A new day is not promised but you'll probably
Get stuck with a comfortable routine
Who wants you to go to sleep?
We all hit that snooze button
Shit you hate it, you love it
Gettin' up, giddy-up
So many flavors of suffering
Daybreak give us a break
Take a pinch of "unhinged"
Add a modicum of bottlin' shit up
It won't let up
Till you're gobbled up
By that Big Nothing
Oh... it's coming
A life entropic
How to make the most of it?
This unstoppable march
We're all soldiering on
Molding it in the midst of this here shit
Unfolding
It's a story we missed the beginning of
Our pursuits so trivial
Just can't accept oblivion
Daybreak give us a break
Grabbing and grasping, snatch it in passing
Eternal recurrence, deterrence or reassurance
Expanding, collapsing
We don't know what is happening
Our interest not lapsing
But we tend to deal with it in fucked up ways
Unconstructive, disruptive games
We play each and every day
Daybreak give us a break
In these lyrics, beat-trip explores the idea of grappling with the uncertainties and challenges of everyday life. The opening lines "Gripping and clutching, taking and plucking" suggest a sense of urgency and the need to seize opportunities as they come. The mention of a new day not being promised creates a sense of unpredictability, but also acknowledges the likelihood of falling into a comfortable routine. The question posed, "Who wants you to go to sleep?", challenges the notion of complacency and encourages listeners to remain awake and engaged in their lives.
The line "We all hit that snooze button" metaphorically represents the tendency to avoid facing reality, whether it's out of dislike or fear. Despite this conflict, there is an acknowledgement that this struggle can be both hated and loved. "Gettin' up, giddy-up" represents the determination to keep moving forward, even amidst the various forms of suffering that life presents. The lyrics suggest that these experiences of suffering can be subjective, as everyone may have their own unique flavors of it. The phrase "Hate it or love it" captures the dichotomy of emotions experienced in these challenging moments.
The chorus, "Daybreak give us a break", serves as a plea for relief from the relentless march of time and the difficulties that come with it. The following stanza delves into the existential realm, where the lyricist reflects on the concept of entropy and the inevitability of eventual nothingness. The idea of "making the most of it" highlights the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life, regardless of its transitory nature. The mention of soldiering on and molding our experiences within the chaotic environment alludes to the constant adaptation and resilience required to navigate through life's challenges.
The second half of the song expresses a desire to understand the nature of existence. The phrases "Grabbing and grasping, snatch it in passing" describe a sense of urgency to hold onto and make the most of life's fleeting moments. The mention of eternal recurrence and expanding/collapsing hints at the perpetual cycle of life, perhaps exploring ideas from Nietzsche's philosophy of eternal recurrence. Despite not fully comprehending what is happening, curiosity drives our interest forward, refusing to let it waver. The lyrics acknowledge that in our attempts to cope with life's uncertainties, we often engage in destructive and counterproductive behaviors, represented by the phrase "unconstructive, disruptive games."
Overall, these lyrics invite reflection on the paradoxical nature of existence, the struggle to find meaning in the face of uncertainty, and the desire for respite from life's relentless challenges. The plea for a break in the chorus serves as a universal yearning for relief, while the rest of the lyrics delve into the complex emotions and coping mechanisms that arise as we navigate through life.
Line by Line Meaning
Gripping and clutching, taking and plucking
Holding on tightly, seizing and extracting
A new day is not promised but you'll probably
There are no guarantees for tomorrow but it's likely
Get stuck with a comfortable routine
We often find ourselves trapped in familiar habits
Who wants you to go to sleep?
Who wants you to stop living and dreaming?
We all hit that snooze button
We delay facing reality by avoiding our responsibilities
Shit you hate it, you love it
Sometimes we're drawn to things we both despise and enjoy
Gettin' up, giddy-up
Waking up and pushing forward with enthusiasm
So many flavors of suffering
There are numerous types of pain and hardship
Hate it or love it
Whether we despise it or cherish it
Daybreak give us a break
We yearn for a respite at the beginning of each day
Take a pinch of 'unhinged'
Embrace a touch of instability
Add a modicum of bottlin' shit up
Combine with a small amount of suppressing emotions
It won't let up
It won't relent or subside
Till you're gobbled up
Until you're consumed entirely
By that Big Nothing
Devoured by the vast emptiness
Oh... it's coming
Oh... it's approaching
A life entropic
A chaotic and unpredictable existence
How to make the most of it?
How can we maximize our experience?
This unstoppable march
This relentless progression
We're all soldiering on
We're all persistently moving forward
Molding it in the midst of this here shit
Shaping our lives in the midst of difficult circumstances
Unfolding
Unraveling and evolving
It's a story we missed the beginning of
It's a narrative we didn't witness from the start
Our pursuits so trivial
Our goals and ambitions seem insignificant
Just can't accept oblivion
We refuse to embrace nothingness or nonexistence
Grabbing and grasping, snatch it in passing
Trying to seize opportunities as they come
Eternal recurrence, deterrence or reassurance
The eternal cycle of repetition, prevention or comfort
Expanding, collapsing
Expanding and then shrinking
We don't know what is happening
We're uncertain about what's occurring
Our interest not lapsing
Our curiosity and engagement persist
But we tend to deal with it in fucked up ways
However, we often handle it in unhealthy manners
Unconstructive, disruptive games
Engaging in destructive and disruptive behaviors
We play each and every day
We participate in these actions regularly
Daybreak give us a break
We seek a pause and relief when the day begins
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Remy Britsemmer
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