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.
You’ve told me about your dreams more times than I can count
But it seems to me that talk is what you’re all about
We’re in this together yet I feel I’m all alone
If you’ll stay this way you might as well just sit your ass at home
I’m sorry but I won’t leave my fate in your hands
And I’ve bled too much just to let you piss it all away
I swear back then I thought I needed you
Nowadays I really think I’m better off without you
And I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
Soon you’ll be on your way to disappointment
When reality and adversity won’t let you through
Take your own advice and stop waiting for nothing
I’ve learned that I don’t deserve what I never earned
I’m sorry but whining won’t get you anywhere
And unlike you I’m all out of excuses
I swear back then I thought I needed you
Nowadays I really think I’m better off without you
And I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
Why do you put the blame on me?
When you cause your own misery
And you're the one who still won't face
All of your mistakes
Look in the mirror then maybe you'll understand
Why I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
And when the going gets tough
Then I get going
Cause there's no doubt
I'm not taking the easy way out
Don't you know that luck is for losers?
But it seems to me that talk is what you’re all about
We’re in this together yet I feel I’m all alone
If you’ll stay this way you might as well just sit your ass at home
I’m sorry but I won’t leave my fate in your hands
And I’ve bled too much just to let you piss it all away
I swear back then I thought I needed you
Nowadays I really think I’m better off without you
And I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
Soon you’ll be on your way to disappointment
When reality and adversity won’t let you through
Take your own advice and stop waiting for nothing
I’ve learned that I don’t deserve what I never earned
I’m sorry but whining won’t get you anywhere
And unlike you I’m all out of excuses
I swear back then I thought I needed you
Nowadays I really think I’m better off without you
And I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
Why do you put the blame on me?
When you cause your own misery
And you're the one who still won't face
All of your mistakes
Look in the mirror then maybe you'll understand
Why I’ve had enough
Of all your “bad luck”
Cause I figured out
You’re taking the easy way out
Don’t you know that luck is for losers?
And when the going gets tough
Then I get going
Cause there's no doubt
I'm not taking the easy way out
Don't you know that luck is for losers?
Lyrics submitted by jackbatman
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