The song "Against All Odds" by Under The Influence Of Giants explores themes of love and heartbreak. The lyrics depict a situation where the singer is deeply in love with someone who is not reciprocating their feelings. The phrase "You're fools gold, we all know" suggests that the person they love may not be genuine or sincere. The singer expresses their emotions by crying and trying to understand why this person had to "mess around." They feel hurt and question why this person's actions have caused them pain. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I - against all odds, I can't stop loving you." This signifies the internal struggle the singer faces as they are unable to let go of their feelings, despite the circumstances. They acknowledge that they are fighting against the odds since the person they love may not feel the same way. The verse "My sparrow, the arrow on my time" and "This bedroom, with no one home" paint a picture of loneliness and longing. The singer feels empty and says farewell to those who judge them for still loving this person. Overall, the song conveys a sense of unrequited love, frustration, and the internal battle between holding on and letting go. The lyrics capture the emotions and struggles one may face when dealing with unreciprocated feelings.
