In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Your Path Of Life Is Filled With Gold
Preoccupied With What You Own
Success Is Just A Diamond's Throw
Trapped In Cellophane Coffins
Spent All Your Time Avoiding The Blame
The Packaging Is Gone Only Hate That Remains
A Product Of Trend, A Product Of Pain
Choking On Your Lifestyle
I'm Set Free From This Falling
Into The Pit Of The Dollar
We're Set Free From This Failing
Open Your Mind And Open Your Arms
'Cause Our Wrists Are Slowly Draining
Open Your Arms And Open Your Heart
'Cause We're Dying In Cellophane Coffins
Preoccupied With What You Own
Success Is Just A Diamond's Throw
Trapped In Cellophane Coffins
Spent All Your Time Avoiding The Blame
The Packaging Is Gone Only Hate That Remains
A Product Of Trend, A Product Of Pain
Choking On Your Lifestyle
I'm Set Free From This Falling
Into The Pit Of The Dollar
We're Set Free From This Failing
Open Your Mind And Open Your Arms
'Cause Our Wrists Are Slowly Draining
Open Your Arms And Open Your Heart
'Cause We're Dying In Cellophane Coffins
Lyrics submitted by Josiah
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