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.
All the times you came to me and told me that you cared
I was dreaming of happy days that we both could share
Maybe I got too excited, and maybe you freaked out
Maybe I just have to call you up and scream and shout
All of my friends tell me that I ought to play it cool
No one likes too much attention from a desperate fool
Still I don't believe that I can keep it all inside
When I see your pretty face, I almost want to cry
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
I remember the days when I was stronger than a wall
Try as anybody might, they couldn't move me at all
Now I fall to pieces when you softly call my name
Going up in smoke rings like a moth within your flame
I have lost all hope of being normal once again
I will be a slave to you until the bitter end
Even if it's a hundred years before you change your mind
I will be here waiting girl until the end of time
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
I was dreaming of happy days that we both could share
Maybe I got too excited, and maybe you freaked out
Maybe I just have to call you up and scream and shout
All of my friends tell me that I ought to play it cool
No one likes too much attention from a desperate fool
Still I don't believe that I can keep it all inside
When I see your pretty face, I almost want to cry
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
I remember the days when I was stronger than a wall
Try as anybody might, they couldn't move me at all
Now I fall to pieces when you softly call my name
Going up in smoke rings like a moth within your flame
I have lost all hope of being normal once again
I will be a slave to you until the bitter end
Even if it's a hundred years before you change your mind
I will be here waiting girl until the end of time
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
I know it isn't right
But still I have to fight
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
The pain is killing me
But I can't let it be
I have to let you know
I don't wanna let you go
Lyrics submitted by xalixo
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