Collapse
no cops for miles Lyrics

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One day im living life the right
The next thing you know its like putting up a fight
Its like my bodys separating sides
And I just cant decide what to do
My head is coming loose
It feels like im trapped im hanging from a noose
And it seems that this so called world is what causes the abuse
Its nothing new its the same bullshit that weve all gone through

About these three colors; red, white, and blue

And how it represents everything and everybody but you

Overall Meaning

In the song "Collapse" by No Cops For Miles, the artist describes the sudden shift from a happy and content life to one of struggle and inner turmoil. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and indecision, symbolized through the metaphor of a body separating sides. The artist feels as though they are trapped and hanging from a noose, struggling to find a way out. This sense of despair is compounded by the realization that the world is responsible for the abuse that the artist is experiencing.

The artist goes on to critique the symbolism of the colors red, white, and blue, which are meant to represent the nation and its people. However, the artist highlights the irony in the fact that these colors do not represent everyone, particularly those who are marginalized and oppressed. The lyrics suggest that despite living in a country that boasts freedom and equality, the reality is that many individuals continue to face discrimination and inequality.

Overall, the song "Collapse" is a powerful commentary on the struggles and injustices faced by many individuals in modern society. The lyrics convey a sense of hopelessness and anger towards a system that fails to live up to its ideals.

Line by Line Meaning

One day im living life the right
At times, I feel like I have my life together.

The next thing you know its like putting up a fight
But suddenly, life becomes a struggle.

Its like my bodys separating sides
I feel conflicted and torn within myself.

And I just cant decide what to do
I feel lost and uncertain about my decisions.

My head is coming loose
I feel like I'm losing my mind.

It feels like im trapped im hanging from a noose
I feel stuck and constrained, like I'm suffocating.

And it seems that this so called world is what causes the abuse
I blame society and the world for the problems and suffering around me.

Its nothing new its the same bullshit that weve all gone through
These struggles and injustices are nothing new, they are things we've all experienced.

About these three colors; red, white, and blue
The focus on nationalism and patriotism, represented by the colors of the American flag.

And how it represents everything and everybody but you
But this patriotism and nationalism excludes and ignores certain individuals and groups.

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