Outside
Hopeless Reflections: The Unseen Struggles of a Glamorous Life
Lyrics
Oh, it may seem cool from the outside
Despite the appearance of being appealing or desirable externally, it's not necessarily the reality.
But this a crazy life
This lifestyle is chaotic and unpredictable.
All my favorite entertainers
Many admired artists or performers gained fame but faced tragic ends.
Got famous and then they died
Successful entertainers often faced untimely deaths despite their fame.
So it may seem cool from the outside
Reiterating the discrepancy between the perceived glamour and the harsh reality.
But trust me, you don't want this life
Despite the allure, the speaker discourages others from pursuing this way of life.
Ain’t no one there to cheer you on
There's a lack of support or encouragement when one feels isolated or vulnerable.
When you're alone at night
Feelings of loneliness and abandonment are experienced during nights.
So mama, I'll be coming home
The speaker plans to return home to their mother.
But won’t be long
Indicates a temporary absence, implying a return to the current lifestyle.
'Cause I thought this life was for me
The speaker initially believed this lifestyle was suitable for them.
But it might not be after all i'm hopeless
Expressing a sense of despair or lack of hope in their situation.
Hopeless i'm hopeless
Reiteration of feeling hopeless and devoid of optimism.
Hopeless
Further emphasizes the overwhelming feeling of hopelessness.
So it may seem cool from the outside
Reiterates the discrepancy between external appearance and internal fatigue.
But inside, I'm tired
The speaker is exhausted despite the external perception of coolness.
Rolling 'round my streets at night
Driving around the streets at night, reminiscing about past, perhaps simpler, times.
Missing them younger timеs
Longing for the innocence and carefreeness of youth.
So it may seem cool from the outside
Similar to line 6, warning against the undesirable nature of this lifestyle.
But trust me, you don't want this lifе
Advising against pursuing this way of life despite its external appeal.
Ain't no one there to cheer you on
Reinforcing the absence of supportive figures when facing personal struggles.
Just you and your twisted mind
Being alone with one's troubled thoughts and emotions.
So mama, I’ll be coming home
Similar to line 10, indicating a return to the speaker's mother soon.
But won’t be long
Implies a brief duration of the speaker's stay at home.
'Cause I thought this life was for me
Initial belief about fitting into this lifestyle, now doubted.
But it might not be after al i’m hopeless
Reiteration of feeling hopeless and without direction.
Hopeless hopeless
Emphasizes the overwhelming feeling of hopelessness once more.
Hopeless
No specific meaning provided in the lyrics for this line.
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