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Barely Hanging On Lyrics
I used to be so sensible on my own
Now I'm so sensitive it's a joke
I'm getting by on decibels like a drug
And greet every brand
New day with a shrug
I'm barely hanging on
I used to be so comfortable in a suit
Almost presentable next to you
I used to be so confident in a crowd
Now I can't say my own name aloud
Barely hanging on
And now I guess you're
Wondering why
We never could see eye to eye
Oh but never mind
And now I guess it's hard to see
What has gotten into me
Oh but never mind
Barely hanging on
Now I'm so sensitive it's a joke
I'm getting by on decibels like a drug
And greet every brand
New day with a shrug
Almost presentable next to you
I used to be so confident in a crowd
Now I can't say my own name aloud
Wondering why
We never could see eye to eye
Oh but never mind
And now I guess it's hard to see
What has gotten into me
Oh but never mind
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I believe this a song about the feeling of someone who has once been a Strong and confident character, and something happened to him that knocked him off that tower. Something caused a slip in strength, and its not only effected his success but also his ability to climb back up. And with every failure it slips a little further. To the point where even his friends/wife no longer see things the same way or understand on another. And yet he's unable to face that problem for fear of effecting himself further. "Oh but never mind"
This is such an incredible song and I whole-heartedly agree with the above interperatation. It's a really good song to listen to when your a bit upset, I dont know how or why but it makes you feel a little better.
I used to be so sensible on my own Now I'm so sensitive it's a joke
I think I can see my self on that lyrics.lol
it's actually sad for me, coz I can see myself singing it for me, I'm not happy to what I am now.:(
I believe it's about growing old, looking older and uglier, losing your hair, feeling the strain on life. You are in a fog...a depression and life keeps on going without you. No confidence out in public.. A broken man.