And although this song, overall, has very strong Christian, Biblical undertones, this verse is probably the most profound. It is in the second verse that he, in a way, becomes fed up with feeling sorry for himself and takes a step towards perspective. "Cause I have other things to fill my time He sees and understands the pain that they are enduring, but he ends this verse/sings the chorus to show that the difference isn't in people's situations, but in their view and response to them. This is his view of fellow "cave dwellers". I definitely think the whole song is an overall reference to Plato's Allegory of the Cave. It's a song about self discovery in ways that transcend the actual concept of self. I feel like the whole essence of this song goes far beyond the pain/joy of being with someone else. I agree with what most people are saying, except the relationship aspect (guy/girl). So come out of your cave walking on your hands I can see widows and orphans through my tears You take what is yours and I'll take mine 'Cause I have other things to fill my time
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