Everybody

Everybody’s riding the ferris wheel
And the pinnacle’s gorgeous
Everybody’s trying to stay focused
To live in the moment
Once the ride is done they’re back in line again
But the carnival closes at nine
And it’s a quarter to five
There’s a lump in their throats
‘Cause they know this is it
Still they paste on a smile
And hold each other a little closer

Everybody’s saddled with sadness
A longing they can’t quit
Everybody knows this is transient
They’re trying not to notice
This spinning world has left them dizzy and anxious
This ephemeral banquet of bliss
Left its taint on our lips
Must we all wait in line?
We’re all bystanders of our own lives, our own woes
And it’s killing us

I just want to relive that feeling of overwhelming again
And again is all I ask
I used to want a future perfect
Now all I want is past

Everybody’s looking for closure
In a sea of disorder
Everybody’s swimming in oblivion
Feeling insignificant