I really think that this is lyrics to a conversation between God and Ben about Ben's drinking problem.
The start is God talking to Ben:
"I only want what is best for you,
I won't ever let you drown,
No I won't ever let you down."
Then the chorus is Ben's feelings about his problem and how he doesn't feel he has any control over his drinking problem:
"Cause I am my enemy
The water's up to the knee
I never wanted anything from you,
Yes I do, yes I do
My engine's running on dry,
My head's so fucked up inside
Shut up, I know
I said so..."
Also, the line:
"I shove your head underwater"
Could be a reference to baptism, where God is trying to bring Ben back.
I really think that this is lyrics to a conversation between God and Ben about Ben's drinking problem.
The start is God talking to Ben:
"I only want what is best for you, I won't ever let you drown, No I won't ever let you down."
Then the chorus is Ben's feelings about his problem and how he doesn't feel he has any control over his drinking problem:
"Cause I am my enemy The water's up to the knee I never wanted anything from you, Yes I do, yes I do My engine's running on dry, My head's so fucked up inside Shut up, I know I said so..."
Also, the line:
"I shove your head underwater"
Could be a reference to baptism, where God is trying to bring Ben back.
Anyways, awesome song to lift weights to. BB!
This is one of my favorite BB songs, and I see where you get that meaning. I actually think this is a great interpretation!
This is one of my favorite BB songs, and I see where you get that meaning. I actually think this is a great interpretation!