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.
What am I to say?
I'm all wrapped up in apathy
And I don't want to stay this way
There's nothing left to do
Now that I am onto you
All I want to know is the truth
And I don't want to go
But I feel like I should
'Cause' I'm falling apart
And I die, and die, and die
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
What am I to say?
I still remember everyday
And memories don't fade away
And it all falls apart
In the shadows of the past
It can seem to be so hard but it's time the feelings pass
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
And pull your triggers now what you waitin' for
I stand accused myself, sometimes I'm wrong, God help me
And hear beneath my lie, what am I praying for?
I don't believe in hell but I just might be there tonight
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
Goodbye, farewell
I'm all wrapped up in apathy
And I don't want to stay this way
There's nothing left to do
Now that I am onto you
All I want to know is the truth
And I don't want to go
But I feel like I should
'Cause' I'm falling apart
And I die, and die, and die
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
What am I to say?
I still remember everyday
And memories don't fade away
And it all falls apart
In the shadows of the past
It can seem to be so hard but it's time the feelings pass
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
And pull your triggers now what you waitin' for
I stand accused myself, sometimes I'm wrong, God help me
And hear beneath my lie, what am I praying for?
I don't believe in hell but I just might be there tonight
How could you be the better part of me
When we're only half of what we used to be?
Today, could you see, this isn't what we need
And I'm leaving all the pieces how they fell
So goodbye, farewell
Goodbye, farewell
Lyrics submitted by Bskiffington
What Am I to Say Lyrics as written by Deryck Jason Whibley
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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