City Walls Lyrics – twenty one pilots | Breach (Album)

City Walls Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Energetic sounds setting the tone, expressing excitement and intensity.

[Verse 1]
The singer is talking about facing challenges head-on and being ready for a fight, both physically and mentally. They describe moving strategically and carefully, like a team working together in sync. There’s a sense of urgency and determination, as the team is waiting on them to lead. It also shows that they’re pushing their limits, reaching further than ever before, and breaking through obstacles in their path. The imagery of a breach suggests breaking barriers and moving forward despite the pressure.

[Chorus]
The singer feels lost and is searching for guidance to get through difficult situations. They wanted someone to help them navigate obstacles, but that help never arrived. There’s a feeling of loneliness and being left to face challenges alone, as darkness falls and they feel abandoned. It shows vulnerability and a desire for direction when everything seems uncertain.

[Verse 2]
Here, the singer continues describing struggle and loyalty. They are ready to confront problems and help others, showing determination to face challenges. Promises may be temporary, but true loyalty remains permanent, and mistakes are part of the learning process that they revisit and correct. The journey feels long and dangerous, moving from one difficult place to another, and sometimes confronting violence or conflict. They wonder what others expected from them, reflecting on misunderstandings or surprises along the way. Despite uncertainty, they stay focused and push forward, reaching limits they haven’t crossed before. The repeated idea of a breach shows breaking through barriers and progressing, no matter how risky it feels.

[Chorus]
The singer continues to feel lost and seeks someone to guide them. Darkness has come, leaving them to navigate alone and face obstacles without help.

[Bridge]
The singer feels a mental strain, struggling to keep themselves together. They put on a smile but feel torn inside, unsure how to stay composed. There’s an intense sense of inner conflict and effort to maintain control while feeling split apart emotionally and mentally.

[Chorus]
The singer is still searching for guidance, feeling unsure and alone.

[Outro]
The singer asks for faith to be acknowledged, showing desperation and a final attempt at seeking help or understanding. They repeat that this is the last effort they will make, emphasizing exhaustion and the emotional toll. They want their inner self recognized, expressing hope for support while also accepting that this may be their final try. It reflects persistence, struggle, and vulnerability.