We all have a weakness
But some of ours are easy to identify.
Look me in the eye
And ask for forgiveness
We'll make a pact to never speak that word again.
Yes, you are my friend.

We all have something that digs at us
At least we dig each other.
So when weakness turns my ego up
I know you'll count on the me from yesterday.

If I turn into another
Dig me up from under what is covering
The better part of me.
Sing this song
Remind me that we'll always have each other
When everything else is gone.

We all have a sickness
That cleverly attaches and multiplies
No matter how we try.

We all have someone that digs at us
At least we dig each other.
So when sickness turns my ego up
I know you'll act as a clever medicine.

If I turn into another
Dig me up from under what is covering
The better part of me.
Sing this song
Remind me that we'll always have each other
When everything else is gone.
Oh, each other
When everything else is gone

Ohh...

Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, ohhhh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, ohhhhh

If I turn into another
Dig me up from under what is covering
The better part of me.
Sing this song
Remind me that we'll always have each other
When everything else is gone.
Oh, each other
When everything else is gone.
Ohhh, each other
When everything else is gone.



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    General Comment:It's hard to find someone who will dig you out instead of dig into you.
    Flag kanzeion May 04, 2013   Link
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    My Interpretation:I think this song is about knowing that your attitude, actions, emotions etc. change from day to day, and knowing that when you get upset or angry about something there's that special person in your life, be it a best friend or a boyfriend/girlfriend, can always bring out the best of you in your worst of times.
    Flag JonahC6on September 17, 2012   Link
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    General Comment::) I like this song alot. It makes sense when you listen to it.
    Flag Thia007on November 21, 2011   Link
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    My Interpretation:I don't think words can describe the pure simplicity of this song that tackles such a deeper, profound meaning. Friendship? Yes. But more importantly, the rawness of one's personal friendships, relationships and connections with people that truly touch our hearts in this harsh world.
    The first time I heard this song, I liked it. Usually it takes a couple of listens to hear the inner beauty, but this was expertly crafted to hit the heart quickly and heavily. Bravo Incubus, you have restored my faith in good, simple, heartfelt music.
    Flag succulenton May 24, 2011   Link
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    My Interpretation:well i personally love this song im in the point of my life that i listen to incubus alot now espically in this point of my life i belive this has to do with love espically the part where he says: We'll never speak that word again. meaning "love" ive had that situation myself..
    Flag ArchAngelSolarison April 07, 2011   Link
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    General Comment:I think this song is about figuring out more and more about someone you love, get to know them even better, and love them even more
    Flag PureBSon February 13, 2011   Link
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    General Comment:I love the double meaning of "We all have something that digs at us; at least we dig each other."

    This song can be both representative of a friendship and a relationship. To always be there for each other through both the good times and the bad, and save each other from negative changes to one or the other's person. It's me and my bf's song, so to speak, because we have been through a lot together and yet we stuck by one another no matter how difficult it got. Wonderful, unique song!
    Flag falling4hopeon January 27, 2011   Link
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    My Interpretation:Contrary to most of the comments here, this is my favorite Incubus song.

    I've always thought of this as a love song. He's telling his significant other that he's not the strongest one out there, telling her to watch over him in case "weakness turns [his] ego up" and "turn[s] into another". He knows she is the only one that can save him from his faults and weaknesses, and if she reminds him that he will always have her, it will buoy him up and help him be who he truly is.

    I love the sentiment. The guitar has this wonderful vibe to it, Brandon's voice is so powerful, and the lyrics just... Gah.
    Flag maxy17on January 08, 2011   Link
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    Memory:one of the first songs i herd from incubus thats when i found out how fine brandon boyd way lol love him but words cant describe this song i never get tired of it i love this song this song is untouchable to all the incbus song this song is awsome he did his thing on this you dig. his voice in the was pefect beautiful flawles love this song and i think i already said that one more time for the road i love this song alot.
    Flag dp9241loveron December 23, 2010   Link
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    General Comment:btw, does anyone think this song could be dedicated to brandon's friend and former bass player Dirk Lance? He left the band bc he hated the direction Incubus was going and they always got in fights and stuff. Maybe after a few years, they made up and are friends again (?) eh, who knows, just a thought. It would make sense.
    Flag WhiteDoveBlackCrowon August 01, 2010   Link

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