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.
Only save, try to find another way
I'm taking what I gave to you again
Some new day I could understand your face
You could even hold my hand if you would like to
It came up unexpected, I had to follow through
And it's hard when you were working like you do
It was easy when you were younger
You can put it back together
It was there if you ever wanted it
But you closed the door and said goodbye for good
So this is a mistake
Try to find a better way
You were never fond of anything I said
Can we begin again?
Save it for another friend
I was happy in my life I won't pretend
Every time you were expecting to reach out and forgive this
I was hardened by the look upon your face
It was easy when you were younger
You can put it back together
It was there if you ever wanted it
But you closed the door and said goodbye for good
For good?
You were easy
I'm taking what I gave to you again
Some new day I could understand your face
You could even hold my hand if you would like to
It came up unexpected, I had to follow through
And it's hard when you were working like you do
It was easy when you were younger
You can put it back together
It was there if you ever wanted it
But you closed the door and said goodbye for good
So this is a mistake
Try to find a better way
You were never fond of anything I said
Can we begin again?
Save it for another friend
I was happy in my life I won't pretend
Every time you were expecting to reach out and forgive this
I was hardened by the look upon your face
It was easy when you were younger
You can put it back together
It was there if you ever wanted it
But you closed the door and said goodbye for good
For good?
You were easy
Lyrics submitted by GSleazeBag
EZ Lyrics as written by Peter J. Yorn
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
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