Daybreak
beat-trip Lyrics


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Gripping and clutching, taking and plucking
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
Hate it or love it

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

Overall Meaning

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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