(/pōst-ˈvərjən/defined-The detailed account of the progression of the human… Read Full Bio ↴(/pōst-ˈvərjən/defined-The detailed account of the progression of the human condition after the loss of innocence) Never attempting to rewrite the book, but passionately trying to share the collective wisdom drawn from experience and encounters with all walks of life. Never writing happy music for happy people to draw more happiness from, because they obviously have that covered. Only to write relatable songs about real feelings, and blog posts to fill in some fuzziness between the sometimes abstract imagery of lyrics sung. No advice offered, only shared experience of problems and how they almost always begin and end within. A solution for myself and those like souls who identify with depression, defeat, and degradation. No need to be heard, read or followed by any number, but just to be stated honestly, without ulterior motives. I will tell my story in all of its beauty and all of it's ugly.

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Contrast
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I'm still the grey seat between the black and the white
I'm still sitting on the fence asking myself what's right
But I'm no longer trying my best to disappear
Because everything I want is all right here

I could focus on the gender or the skin
I could assume net worth, compare my own, and not let you in
What separates was never made to last

I can't expand without this beautiful contrast

If honesty were for sale I'd say the shit that I hold back
I'd be all the way and unafraid to attack
But I've only got so much to say
Cause bliss came for me and I just want to take away your pain

So change, or stay the same
I don't think I'm Superman anymore

I've only come to please so I'll just make more sound
And let us all be one now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rich People's song Contrast convey a powerful message about the value of contrast and diversity, and the importance of accepting differences instead of judging or trying to erase them. The lyrics suggest that the singer used to feel like a neutral observer in the black-and-white world, not taking a side and feeling uncertain about what's right. However, the singer has now realized that they don't need to erase their own differences or conform to either side, and instead embraces them as part of a beautiful contrast that makes them unique and valuable.

The singer also reflects on how easy it is to judge others based on superficial differences like gender, race, or net worth, but realizes that this only creates separation and a false sense of superiority or inferiority. Instead, the singer recognizes that true growth and expansion come from embracing the different perspectives and experiences that others offer, and accepting them as part of the beautiful tapestry of life. The chorus reflects the singer's desire to break down barriers and unite everyone as one, recognizing that everyone has something to offer and that diversity is something to celebrate.

Overall, the song Contrast is a powerful reminder to appreciate and value differences, and to recognize that true growth and expansion come from embracing them.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm still the grey seat between the black and the white
I'm still undecided and unsure, remaining neutral between the two extremes

I'm still sitting on the fence asking myself what's right
I'm still trying to figure out what is the right decision to make

But I'm no longer trying my best to disappear
I'm no longer trying to go unnoticed or hide away

Because everything I want is all right here
I don't need to search for what I want anymore because I already have it

I could focus on the gender or the skin
I could pay attention to physical differences like gender or race

I could assume net worth, compare my own, and not let you in
I could estimate someone's financial status, compare it to my own, and not let them get close to me

What separates was never made to last
What causes division between us was never meant to be permanent

I can't expand without this beautiful contrast
I can't grow and develop as a person without experiencing different perspectives and ideas

If honesty were for sale I'd say the shit that I hold back
If honesty wasn't so difficult, I would express all my thoughts and feelings instead of holding them back

I'd be all the way and unafraid to attack
I would fully express myself and not be afraid to speak out

But I've only got so much to say
I only have a limited amount of thoughts or insight to share

Cause bliss came for me and I just want to take away your pain
I am currently feeling very happy and want to help others feel better by easing their pain

So change, or stay the same
You can decide to change or remain the same

I don't think I'm Superman anymore
I don't believe that I can solve everyone's problems like a superhero

I've only come to please so I'll just make more sound
I'm here to entertain and make people happy, so I'll continue to make music and be loud

And let us all be one now
Let's come together and be unified

Writer(s): Robert Rich Jr

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