Pain
Jimmy Eat World · Futures [2004]
I know.
Gonna smile and not get worried.
I try but it shows.
Anyone can make what I have built.
And better now
Anyone can find the same white pills.
It takes my pain away.
It's a lie. A kiss with opened eyes.
And she's not breathing back.
Anything but bother me.
(It takes my pain away)
Never mind these are harder times.
Oh oh oh
I can't let it bother me.
I never thought I'd walk away from you.
I did.
But it's a false sense of accomplishment.
Every time I quit
Anyone can see my every flaw.
It isn't hard.
Anyone can say they're above this all.
It takes my pain away.
It's a lie. A kiss with opened eyes.
And she's not breathing back.
Anything but bother me.
(It takes my pain away)
Never mind these are harder times.
Oh oh oh
I can't let it bother me.
I can't let it bother me.
It takes my pain away.
It's a lie. A kiss with opened eyes.
And she's not breathing back.
Anything but bother me.
(It takes my pain away)
Never mind these are harder times.
Oh oh oh
I can't let it bother me
Takes my pain,
Takes my pain,
Takes my pain away!
About Pain
Jimmy Eat World's "Pain" stands as a defining track from their 2004 album *Futures*, capturing the raw emotional intensity characteristic of their nu-metal and pop-punk era. The song features the band's signature blend of melodic hooks and aggressive guitar work, driven by lead singer Jim Adkins' emotive vocals that articulate themes of heartbreak and personal struggle. Released during a period when the group was solidifying their place in the mainstream alternative scene, the recording exemplifies the genre's ability to fuse catchy pop structures with heavier sonic textures. As a staple of their discography, "Pain" resonates with listeners seeking authentic expressions of vulnerability within the framework of mid-2000s rock music, serving as a testament to the band's enduring influence on the genre's evolution.