This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
You say you love me
but I needed to be sure I took the long road
and now I’m left here on my own
restless and tired on my knees
here I am again
worse off than I thought
is there anyone to help figure this one out
I thought it was enough
It isn't over yet
still running I can't stand to stay and fight
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
I know I’m not alone
afraid of standing on my own
inside the silence that I know so well
I’ll trade these ashes
for the promise of another chance to make things right
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
I know I’m not alone
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
here I am again
worse off than I thought
is there anyone to help figure this one out
I thought it was enough
it isn't over yet
still running I can't stand to stay and fight
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
so full of good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone,
I know I’m not alone..
but I needed to be sure I took the long road
and now I’m left here on my own
restless and tired on my knees
here I am again
worse off than I thought
is there anyone to help figure this one out
I thought it was enough
It isn't over yet
still running I can't stand to stay and fight
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
I know I’m not alone
afraid of standing on my own
inside the silence that I know so well
I’ll trade these ashes
for the promise of another chance to make things right
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
I know I’m not alone
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
here I am again
worse off than I thought
is there anyone to help figure this one out
I thought it was enough
it isn't over yet
still running I can't stand to stay and fight
so much for good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
so full of good intentions
still waiting for the words to follow
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone
like water sand and stone
I know I’m not alone,
I know I’m not alone..
Lyrics submitted by Brandanwithana
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