Pieces – English Lyrics

• By: Sum 41

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a language through music is a powerful tool, and Sum 41's "Pieces" offers a great opportunity for English learners. The song's clear and emotive lyrics about self-worth and societal pressures provide a relatable context for understanding nuanced vocabulary. Its slower tempo compared to the band's other work makes it easier to follow along and appreciate the storytelling within the song, making it a special and accessible piece for language learners.

[English]

I tried to be perfect

But nothing was worth it

I don't believe it makes me real

I thought it'd be easy

But no one believes me

I meant all the things I said

If you believe it's in my soul

I'd say all the words that I know

Just to see if it would show

That I'm trying to let you know

That I'm better off on my own

This place is so empty

My thoughts are so tempting

I don't know how it got so bad

Sometimes, it's so crazy

That nothing can save me

But it's the only thing that I have

If you believe it's in my soul

I'd say all the words that I know

Just to see if it would show

That I'm trying to let you know

That I'm better off on my own

On my own

I tried to be perfect

It just wasn't worth it

Nothing could ever be so wrong

It's hard to believe me

It never gets easy

I guess I knew that all along

If you believe it's in my soul

I'd say all the words that I know

Just to see if it would show

That I'm trying to let you know

That I'm better off on my own

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