Lyrics
Verse 1
Introduction of the first verse
They cut their heart in cubes and mines in slices what’s the use in fighting crisis anymore
Expressing frustration with the futility of fighting crises using metaphorical language
Don’t take it all so literally or we’ll end up as bits and pieces in the sink
Warning against taking things too literally to avoid fragmentation
Chorus 1
Introduction of the first chorus
Don’t laugh at me please take me more seriously I’m not kidding
Plea not to be mocked and to be taken seriously
One look at me you must think I’m so naive but looks deceive
Acknowledging potential misjudgment based on appearance
Verse 2
Introduction of the second verse
A brand new city where there is far more self pity is it truth or is it all a ruse
Describing a new city with a prevalence of self-pity, questioning its authenticity
Put on by chemicals as strong as mace that mask their whole entire face without a trace
Referencing the use of strong chemicals to mask true emotions
It’s hard to tell who’s smiling cause they just mean well from undermining people straight from hell
Highlighting the difficulty in discerning genuine smiles from those with malicious intent
Chorus 2
Introduction of the second chorus
Don’t laugh at me please take me more seriously I’m not kidding
Reiteration of the plea not to be ridiculed and to be taken seriously
One look at me you must think I’m so naive but looks deceive
Reaffirming the potential deception in one's appearance
Bridge
Introduction of the bridge section
Why don’t they want me to get through it
Expressing a desire to overcome challenges and obstacles
They want to move to Massachusetts
Mentioning a potential desire to move to Massachusetts, possibly as a metaphorical escape
They leave you on the line to feel more verified
Describing a feeling of being left on the line, seeking validation
I just want to pursue it
Expressing a simple desire to pursue one's goals
Chorus 3
Introduction of the third chorus
Don’t laugh at me please take me more seriously I’m not kidding
Reiteration of the plea not to be laughed at and the request to be taken seriously
One look at me you must think I’m so naive but looks deceive
Reaffirming the potential misjudgment based on appearance
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