Stick It Out

The lyrics encourage facing pressure instead of giving in to fear, deception, or anger. They begin with advice to control quick reactions, then move toward a stronger call to endure a crisis and speak honestly. The repeated commands make the message sound urgent and determined, though the song also warns that instinct alone may not lead to the right choice.

“Stick it out” means keep going through something difficult. “Don’t swallow” is used figuratively: swallowing poison, lies, pride, or anger suggests accepting something harmful or keeping feelings and truths inside. By contrast, “spit it out” means reject what is damaging, or express anger rather than letting it build up. “Artificial light” and changing the focus suggest distorting how events look so that bad choices seem acceptable.

The lyrics value resistance, but they do not present every reaction as trustworthy. They advise training quick responses and recognize that, in a heated moment, someone may be too confused to act wisely. The criticism of becoming used to deception and surrender adds a warning: repeatedly avoiding the truth can make a person anxious and defensive. The song’s advice may mean standing firm, speaking honestly, or both; it does not specify exactly what situation the listener should face.