The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
anything, everything we had is over
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
the story starts at our first show
running the door dressed to impress a guy like me, looking good
the conversation started right,
i had you laughing through the night
and i reeled you in, hooked and caught
one stab to the center of your heart
one cut is all you ever need
i don't want this anymore
but you'll never get me
anything, everything we had is over
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
fast forward just three days ago
i had it all and i let it go
another reckless night and i hurt you again
and after the fifth or sixth drink
i didn't care what you would think
am i guilty of lust? i'll plead the fifth
one stab to the center of your heart
one cut is all you ever need
i don't want this anymore
but you'll never get me
anything, everything we had is over
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
the story starts at our first show
running the door dressed to impress a guy like me, looking good
the conversation started right,
i had you laughing through the night
and i reeled you in, hooked and caught
one stab to the center of your heart
one cut is all you ever need
i don't want this anymore
but you'll never get me
anything, everything we had is over
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
fast forward just three days ago
i had it all and i let it go
another reckless night and i hurt you again
and after the fifth or sixth drink
i didn't care what you would think
am i guilty of lust? i'll plead the fifth
one stab to the center of your heart
one cut is all you ever need
i don't want this anymore
but you'll never get me
anything, everything we had is over
i made mistakes, you said goodbye
don't let me catch you crying
anything, everything we had is over
when it falls apart i won't be there, i won't be there
Lyrics submitted by gloomba38
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There is still an amazing amount of hope and will in the lyrics; and the lyrics themselve rank and easy five. If only music was stronger it would be one of those great radio songs that you hear once a week 20 years after it was released. The imagery is almost tear-jerking ("City lights lay out before us", "Speeds so fast felt like I was drunk"), and the idea of starting from nothing and just driving and working and denigrating yourself for a chance at being just above poverty, then losing in the end is just painful and inspiring at the same time.
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This is one of my favorite songs. https://fnfgo.io
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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.
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@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
To me, the song is about a cheating boyfriend who loves the girl he's with and think she's the world, but he obviously has a drinking problem. She's given him chances before, and she just can't take being hurt another time. It's about how easy it is to hurt someone, tearing relationships apart, and getting over the person hurting you.