No Blood, No Needles, Nothing
Reflections of Vulnerability: Struggle, Resilience, and the Mask of Strength
Lyrics
Very next words out of my mouth better be something profound
Expressing the need for profound words in the next statement to avoid leaving.
or I'm out
Implies departure if the words are not profound.
I want everybody here worshiping the ground that I walk on
Desires admiration from everyone present, wanting them to idolize.
Even if its covered in glass
Wants admiration even if the path is difficult or fragile.
Even if I sort of meant to do that
Acceptance even if actions were unintentional.
I am the victim
Identifying as a victim in a situation.
Remember?
Reminding others of a past event or situation.
Picked up the shard last Saturday
Recalling an incident involving picking up a shard on a specific day.
Looked in the mirror as Needle in the Hay played in non diegetic way
Connecting the incident to a moment with a mirror and music playing in the background.
Thinking I could really go for a shave
Reflecting on the desire for a shave during this moment.
And it's your first cry in the company car
Referencing an emotional moment in a car, possibly a significant event.
I love the way that you drive
Expressing affection for the driving style of the person mentioned.
I love the way that you are
Appreciating the personality and characteristics of the person.
And we are almost to the part where you're smiling
Anticipation of a positive moment, possibly a shared experience.
Very next words out of your mouth cue me spiraling
Expectation of a response leading to a downward emotional spiral.
You want everybody here to never speak of this again
Desiring secrecy and silence about a certain event.
Well when he hit you did you flinch
Asking if a person reacted when physically harmed.
You're so brave I bet you didn't
Praising the person for perceived bravery and lack of flinching.
You are the hero
Labeling the person as a hero, emphasizing the importance of remembering it.
Lest we forget it
Stressing the heroic nature of the person and the need for acknowledgment.
Born into fear on the interstate
Describing a fearful birth or beginning in life on a fast-paced journey.
90 an hour as dad proclaimed, "Hey no blood on the seats babe"
Recalling a specific incident involving speed and a declaration regarding cleanliness.
Thinking you never were really safe
Reflecting on a perceived lack of safety in certain situations.
Thinking you never were really safe
Continuing the theme of feeling unsafe in specific circumstances.
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