You should've been a worm
Lost in Circles: Unraveling the Depths of 'You Should've Been a Worm' by Darian Stahl
Lyrics
How did you forget how to float
Questioning how one forgets the ability to float, possibly metaphorical for losing a sense of lightness or buoyancy in life.
When all you've done
Reflecting on the past actions or experiences of the person being addressed.
Is circle 'round the sun
Describing a repetitive cycle of going around the sun, possibly symbolizing a monotonous or unfulfilling life.
Hurting everyone
Acknowledging the negative impact on others, suggesting a history of causing harm.
Hanging from the trees
Imagery of hanging from trees, possibly representing a state of vulnerability or dependence.
Clinging to their leaves like a crow
Comparing the person to a crow clinging to leaves, emphasizing a sense of attachment or clinging behavior.
Like a crow
Reiteration of the comparison to a crow, reinforcing the symbolism introduced in the previous line.
You should've been a worm
Suggesting that the person's nature or destiny should have been humble, like a worm digging through dirt.
Digging through the dirt and the brains
Encouraging the individual to learn from the simplicity of a worm's actions in navigating through challenges.
When will you learn
Posing a question about when the person will learn essential life skills, particularly dealing with adversity.
How to get down when it rains
Highlighting the need to adapt and find shelter during difficult times, using rain as a metaphor for challenges.
I fell asleep on the black black table
Describing a personal experience of falling asleep on a black table, possibly reflecting on a moment of vulnerability.
10am
Specifying the time (10 am) of the mentioned experience, providing context to the narrative.
Talked to a friend
Recalling a conversation with a friend who is physically distant (thousand fifteen hundred miles away).
One thousand fifteen hundred miles away
Expressing the absence of a kiss on that day, possibly indicating emotional distance or missed opportunities.
No kiss today
Referring to a shared activity of watching Sleepy Hollow, introducing a cultural reference.
We watched Sleepy Hollow
Continuing the narrative with details of the shared experience with the friend.
You know, the one with Bing Crosby
Identifying the specific version of Sleepy Hollow with Bing Crosby, adding detail to the story.
And i did too much drugs
Admitting to excessive drug use during the mentioned time, acknowledging past mistakes or regrets.
And I'm embarrassed about it today today today
Expressing embarrassment about the mentioned drug use, emphasizing a reflection on one's past actions.
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