I could use some time to curl away
My aggression is where you stake your claim
Why I question this curve on which you grade
My conception, a joke or latest craze?
I try to get away, and yet I stick around
So fall and crawl away, and brush away loose ground
My intention, may I arrive at eight?
Lie and dream some, surprise you guys I’m late
All right, correction, forgetting something, wait
I try to get away, and yet I stick around [2x]
So fall and crawl away, and brush away loose ground
Brush away loose ground
Brush away
Delving Into Emotional Turmoil
“Brush Away” by Alice In Chains explores the complexity of inner conflict and emotional resilience. The lyrics paint a picture of someone caught between the desire to escape their struggles and the tendency to remain stuck in their patterns. The references to aggression, questioning, and attempts to “brush away loose ground” suggest a battle with self-doubt and the challenge of letting go. The repetition of wanting to get away, yet always sticking around, resonates with anyone who has experienced cycles of frustration or introspection. Through vivid yet ambiguous imagery, the song invites listeners to reflect on their own methods of coping and moving forward.
Song Credits
- Artist: Alice In Chains
- Songwriters: Jerry Cantrell
- Release Year: 1995
- Label: Columbia Records