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Embracing Shadows: DED STARK's Reflection on Life's Temptations
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Lyrics

The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

The speaker feels dissatisfied, comparing life to the perception that others have it better ("grass is always greener") while personally feeling pessimistic ("glass is half empty").

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

The speaker is sharing a joint or passing to the left in a symbolic act of camaraderie, but no one is joining them.


The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

Repetition of the initial sentiment, emphasizing the persistent dissatisfaction and negative outlook.

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

Reiteration of the act of sharing or passing to the left, but still, nobody is participating.


Why it’s so depressing why so many vices tempt me

The speaker questions the reasons for their feeling of sadness and the many tempting vices around them.

Class is still in session but the seats are all empty

Despite being in a learning environment (class in session), the speaker feels isolated with empty seats, possibly reflecting a lack of connection or guidance.

Tryna learn the lesson but no body left to teach me

The speaker expresses a desire to learn lessons, but there is no one left to teach them.

When I got a question ain’t no body tryna reach me

Frustration with a lack of communication or support when seeking answers to questions.

Tryna clear my mind but it keeps filling up with Envy

The speaker struggles with envy, indicating a mental burden and a desire for a clearer mindset.

If it were reversed then everybody would Resent me

If the situation were reversed, the speaker believes others would resent them, suggesting a perception of isolation.

Tried to get inside before the storm but no one let me

Attempts to seek refuge before a storm, but encounters rejection, possibly symbolizing life's challenges.

I don’t blame the people who never gunna respect me

The speaker doesn't blame those who don't respect them, possibly acknowledging personal shortcomings.

Livin on thin ice but keep on sliding like I’m Gretzky

Living on "thin ice" symbolizes precarious situations, yet the speaker continues to navigate challenges like ice skater Gretzky.

Takin on the current like a Kawasaki jet ski

The speaker faces challenges head-on, likened to a powerful jet ski overcoming currents.

Goin undercover wonder if they can detect me

Engaging in activities discreetly, questioning if others can notice, suggesting a sense of hiding or secrecy.

Once i really open up I know they will reject me

Anticipation of rejection when revealing one's true self or opening up emotionally.

Life is like a game but no retry if it defeats me

Life is compared to a game without a chance to retry after defeat, emphasizing the seriousness of life's challenges.

Story of mine I keep on losing even on easy

The speaker reflects on a consistent pattern of losing, even in easy situations, portraying a sense of defeat.

Try to get attention but nobody fuckin sees me

Despite efforts to gain attention, the speaker feels invisible to others, adding to their feelings of isolation.

Why’s it so depressing why temptations always tease me

Repetition of the question about the depressing nature of life and the persistence of tempting situations.


The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

Recurrence of the dissatisfaction theme, emphasizing the persistent negative outlook.

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

Reiteration of the act of sharing or passing to the left, with continued isolation from others.


The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

Repetition of the initial sentiment, highlighting ongoing dissatisfaction and pessimism.

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

Reiteration of the act of sharing or passing to the left, emphasizing continued solitude.


Livin on thin ice but keep on sliding like I’m Gretzky

Repetition of the precarious living metaphor, maintaining the theme of navigating challenges like ice skater Gretzky.

Takin on the current like a Kawasaki jet ski

Reiteration of facing challenges head-on, likened to a powerful jet ski overcoming currents.

Goin undercover wonder if they can detect me

Repetition of engaging in activities discreetly and questioning if others can detect, suggesting a persistent sense of hiding or secrecy.

Once i really open up I know they will reject me

Reiteration of the anticipation of rejection when revealing one's true self or opening up emotionally.


The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

Repetition of the initial sentiment, reinforcing the continuous dissatisfaction and negative perspective.

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

Reiteration of the act of sharing or passing to the left, with no change in the lack of participation from others.


The grass is always greener and my glass is half empty

Repetition of the initial sentiment, underscoring the ongoing dissatisfaction and negative outlook.

I’m passing to the left but anybody smoking with me

Reiteration of the act of sharing or passing to the left, with a continued sense of isolation.

The lyrics of this song contain explicit content.
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