Born to Lose
Embracing Demons: Nemophilis' Journey Through Pain and Redemption
Lyrics
I went to see a doctor, he told me something's really wrong inside
The speaker visited a doctor who identified an internal issue.
And I can't relieve the pain I feel inside
The speaker experiences emotional pain that is difficult to alleviate.
I failed to see the blunder, that really led me down into demise
The speaker failed to recognize a critical mistake that led to their downfall.
But I can't escape the fear I've failed to hide
Despite the fear, the speaker cannot hide the consequences of their failure.
You know I shouldn't be here, I know I should have tried
The speaker acknowledges they shouldn't be in their current situation and regrets not trying harder.
To end this reign of demons, the demons in my mind
The speaker acknowledges the presence of inner demons and a struggle to overcome them.
I'm born to lose down to abuse
The speaker feels destined to lose, likely due to enduring abuse.
Too good for you, what can I do
The speaker is too good for someone, and there's a sense of helplessness.
I'm bound to blame, to be ashamed
The speaker accepts blame and feels ashamed, possibly for past actions.
Right on the move, but what can I do
Despite being on the move, the speaker questions what they can do to change their situation.
I went to see that doctor, he said you promised that you'd stay alive
A repetition of seeking help from a doctor, emphasizing a promise to stay alive.
Though I can't deceive the world and stay behind
The speaker cannot deceive the world and must confront challenges.
Wish I had killed the monster, that really led me down and preached the lies
The speaker expresses regret for not eliminating a destructive force.
But I can't erase the tears I've failed to cry
Despite the desire, the speaker can't erase the pain and sorrow.
I know I shouldn't be here, I know I should have tried
Similar to line 5, the speaker regrets not making a greater effort.
To rise against the evil, the evil in my mind
The speaker acknowledges the existence of evil within their own mind.
I'm born to lose down to abuse
Reiteration of feeling fated to lose, possibly due to ongoing mistreatment.
Too good for you, what can I do
The speaker is perceived as too good for someone, yet feels powerless.
I'm bound to blame, to be ashamed
The speaker continues to accept blame and feels a sense of shame.
Right on the move, but what can I do
Despite being in motion, the speaker is uncertain about changing their circumstances.
I'm born to lose down to abuse
Repetition of feeling destined to lose, potentially emphasizing a cycle.
Too good for you, what can I do
The speaker is deemed too good for someone but is unsure how to change the situation.
I'm bound to blame, to be ashamed
Continued acceptance of blame and shame despite being on the move.
Right on the move, but what can I do
Despite being in motion, the speaker is uncertain about changing their circumstances.
Well I know it seems so far, but I cannot change the years
The speaker acknowledges the perceived distance of their problems but cannot alter the past.
Yes I know it seems so far away, but I know if I had another chance, I'd do it all again
Despite the challenges seeming distant, the speaker expresses a willingness to repeat past actions if given another chance.
I know I shouldn't be here, I know I should have tried
Similar to lines 5 and 15, the speaker regrets not trying harder to avoid their current state.
To rise against the demons, the demons in my mind
The speaker acknowledges the ongoing struggle against inner demons.
I'm born to lose down to abuse
Reiteration of feeling destined to lose, highlighting the internal struggle.
Too good for you, what can I do
The speaker is perceived as too good for someone, yet feels powerless.
I'm bound to blame, to be ashamed
The speaker continues to accept blame and feels a sense of shame.
Right on the move, but what can I do
Despite being on the move, the speaker is uncertain about changing their circumstances.
I'm born to lose down to abuse
Repetition of feeling destined to lose, possibly emphasizing a cycle.
Too good for you, what can I do
The speaker is deemed too good for someone but is unsure how to change the situation.
I'm bound to blame, to be ashamed
Continued acceptance of blame and shame despite being on the move.
Right on the move, but what can I do
Despite being in motion, the speaker is uncertain about changing their circumstances.
I'm born to lose
Reiteration of feeling destined to lose, potentially concluding the song with a sense of inevitability.
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