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.
I am wearing this weight Again
It cuts like it did then
It's consuming all my thoughts
and swallowing me Again
And what you see is what's left of me
but I'm here
I didn't think I'd scare very easily
but I fear this thing
It is wearing me out and thin
Paralyzing me Again
It was vicious all the way here
I am barely alive
I wish you love
With anyone else but me
I wish you love with anyone
And all I can do I will do for you
If I'm here
I promise you I'll remember you
While I'm here
I wish you love Again
I am surrendering me
Surrendering mine
It cuts like it did then
It's consuming all my thoughts
and swallowing me Again
And what you see is what's left of me
but I'm here
I didn't think I'd scare very easily
but I fear this thing
It is wearing me out and thin
Paralyzing me Again
It was vicious all the way here
I am barely alive
I wish you love
With anyone else but me
I wish you love with anyone
And all I can do I will do for you
If I'm here
I promise you I'll remember you
While I'm here
I wish you love Again
I am surrendering me
Surrendering mine
Lyrics submitted by trills
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