Lyrics
It kills me, destroys me, and picks me apart
Expressing the emotional impact of a force that simultaneously harms (kills, destroys) and nurtures (holds, restores).
Then holds me, restores me and gifts me its heart
Highlighting the cyclical nature of the experience, with destruction followed by restoration and the symbolic gift of a heart.
I was told to never venture back into the shadows
Recalling advice or warnings to avoid returning to challenging or dark situations represented by "shadows."
I was told that they would miss me
Acknowledging the concern that others have for the speaker, expecting their absence to be noticed.
And not to worry of tomorrow
Advising not to worry about the future, possibly implying a focus on the present and immediate concerns.
I know some days I'm a black sheep
Acknowledging being unconventional or different ("black sheep") on certain days.
And it'll never get ahead of me
Asserting that this uniqueness will not be surpassed or overcome.
Some days starve with nothing to eat
Describing challenging times when there is a lack of resources, possibly metaphorical hunger.
Sometimes I'm as full as I could be
Contrasting difficult times with periods of abundance or contentment.
They approach me w their black mask
Introducing the theme of encounters with individuals wearing masks, possibly symbolizing deception or hidden motives.
Selling me an omen
Suggesting the selling of a forewarning or premonition by those with concealed identities.
Telling me habits
Referring to the imparting of habits or behaviors, potentially negative ones.
They can either give me limelight
Presenting a choice between fame ("limelight") and a self-destructive path ("death-wish").
Or give me a death-wish
Reflecting on the consequences of the speaker's choices.
Whatever my approach is
Expressing uncertainty about the speaker's approach to life or decisions.
Everyday feels like a new week
Conveying a sense of monotony, where each day feels like a fresh start or a new challenge.
Like it's Sunday and I'm on my knees
Creating an analogy between the speaker's struggles and a recurring religious act of supplication ("on my knees").
Praying to vulture black as eve
Introducing a vulture symbolizing protection or guidance, particularly in dark times.
Who had promised to protect me
Reiterating the vulture's commitment to safeguarding the speaker.
It holds me restores me and gifts me its heart
Repeating the cycle of destruction, restoration, and the symbolic gift of a heart, suggesting a continuous pattern.
Then kills me, destroys me, and picks me apart
Inverting the sequence, reinforcing the dual nature of the experience.
I was told to always venture
Contrasting earlier advice, now encouraging exploration into personal challenges or complexities ("shadow").
Deep into my shadow
Emphasizing the idea that facing one's inner struggles is an adventurous journey.
I was told it's an adventure
Echoing the earlier advice about embracing challenges and implying personal growth as a result.
And that the best of me will follow
Expressing optimism that the best aspects of the speaker will emerge as a consequence of facing challenges.
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