Vultures
Vultures

John Mayer - Vultures Lyrics

Navigating the trials of life and the pressures of fame, this song serves as a metaphorical exploration of resilience. The "vultures" symbolize those who prey on vulnerability, waiting for one's downfall. Mayer's lyrics express his struggle to maintain his… Read more

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Sep 12, 2006
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Vultures Music Video

Vultures Lyrics

Some of us, we're hardly ever here
The rest of us, we're born to disappear
How do I stop myself from
Being just a number?
How will I hold my head
To keep from going under?

Down to the wire
I wanted water, but
I'll walk through the fire
If this is what it takes
To take me even higher
Then I'll come through
Like I do
When the world keeps
Testing me, testing me, testing me

How did they find me here?
What do they want from me?
All of these vultures hiding
Right outside my door
I hear them whisperin'
They're tryin' to ride it out
They've never gone this long
Without a kill before

Down to the wire
I wanted water, but
I'll walk through the fire
If this is what it takes
To take me even higher
Then I'll come through
Like I do
When the world keeps
Testing me, testing me, testing me

Wheels up
I got to leave this evening
Can't seem to shake these vultures
Off of my trail
Power is made by power being taken
So I keep on running
To protect my situation

Down to the wire
I wanted water, but
I'll walk through the fire
If this is what it takes
To take me even higher
Then I'll come through
Like I do
When the world keeps
Testing me, testing me, testing me

Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
What'cha gonna do about it?
What'cha gonna do about it?
What'cha gonna do about it?
Don't give up, give up, give up
Don't give up, give up, give up
Don't give up, give up, give up

Writer(s): John Mayer, Pino Palladino, Steven Jordan
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Vultures?

Navigating the trials of life and the pressures of fame, this song serves as a metaphorical exploration of resilience. The "vultures" symbolize those who prey on vulnerability, waiting for one's downfall. Mayer's lyrics express his struggle to maintain his individuality ("Being just a number") and integrity amidst these challenges. The repeated phrase "I wanted water, but I'll walk through the fire" suggests his willingness to face adversity head-on in order to rise above it. Ultimately, Mayer encourages listeners not to give up when faced with hardship or scrutiny, reinforcing the importance of perseverance in overcoming personal obstacles. #Resilience #OvercomingAdversity

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