The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
The saddest sound I've ever heard; the saddest sound I've ever heard.
The quiet that takes the place of silence that takes the place of your voice.
You're right reasons are dumb and I'm just talking too much.
And I want to be alone with what I am, wasted.
The cruelest voice comes back to me.
The cruelest thing, you think you didn't know me.
It's alright, I am on the outside now, smiling, but eyes don't lie.
You're right, reasons are dumb and I'm just talking too much.
And I want to be alone with what I am, wasted.
I'll just come apart or something.
No one could be more empty than I am and I would take it all back if I could, but I can't.
The quiet that takes the place of silence that takes the place of your voice.
You're right reasons are dumb and I'm just talking too much.
And I want to be alone with what I am, wasted.
The cruelest voice comes back to me.
The cruelest thing, you think you didn't know me.
It's alright, I am on the outside now, smiling, but eyes don't lie.
You're right, reasons are dumb and I'm just talking too much.
And I want to be alone with what I am, wasted.
I'll just come apart or something.
No one could be more empty than I am and I would take it all back if I could, but I can't.
Lyrics submitted by spliphstar
Wasted Lyrics as written by The Egg Camille Jones
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
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