Natural Worrier
Embracing Anxiety: "Natural Worrier" by Lisa Akuah
Lyrics
A tape rewound replaying what I said
A reflection on past words spoken, revisiting them mentally.
I play the scenes all over in my head
Replaying scenarios in the mind, dwelling on past events.
Again, again, again
Emphasis on the repetitive nature of overthinking.
Was it something that I did
Questioning if an action caused a problem.
Or how did I fuck it up again
Expressing frustration about repeating mistakes.
Again, again, again
Highlighting the cyclical nature of self-blame.
I'm a natural, a natural worrier
Acknowledging a tendency to worry naturally.
A natural, a natural worrier
Reinforcing the self-identification as a worrier.
Thinking about mistakes I might have made
Contemplating potential errors made in the past.
About the stupid things that I say
Reflecting on regrettable things said previously.
Again, again, again
Emphasizing the repetitive nature of dwelling on mistakes.
I feel a lump in my belly and my heart
Describing physical sensations related to anxiety.
That's why I take everything apart
Explaining a coping mechanism of disassembling things.
Again, again, again
Reiterating the recurring pattern of breaking down situations.
I'm a natural, a natural worrier
Reiterating the self-awareness of being a natural worrier.
A natural, a natural worrier
Reaffirming the identity as a person who worries instinctively.
A tape that's been spinning out of control
Comparing the mind to a malfunctioning tape, emphasizing chaos.
Repeats back to me that it's all been my fault
Feeling responsible for the perceived chaos and negativity.
I'm a natural worrier
Reiterating the self-identification as a natural worrier.
My mind is playing tricks on me
Describing the deceptive nature of one's thoughts.
How come again I couldn't see
Expressing frustration about not realizing the truth sooner.
Again, again, again
Repeating the pattern of self-blame and realization.
I always think it must've been me
Assuming personal responsibility for negative outcomes.
Why can't I just let it be
Expressing a desire to let go of overthinking.
Again, again, again
Repeating the struggle of breaking free from intrusive thoughts.
I'm a natural, a natural worrier
Reiterating the self-awareness of being a natural worrier.
A natural, a natural worrier
Affirming the innate tendency to worry excessively.
A tape that's been spinning out of control
Comparing the mind to a malfunctioning tape, emphasizing chaos.
Repeats back to me that it's all been my fault
Feeling responsible for the perceived chaos and negativity.
I'm a natural worrier
Reiterating the self-identification as a natural worrier.
A natural, a natural worrier
Reaffirming the identity as a person who worries instinctively.
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