Lyrics
Self sabotaging
Expressing the act of undermining oneself intentionally.
You make it so hard
Describing the difficulty created, possibly in relationships or personal endeavors.
Talking about him
Referring to discussions about a male figure.
But what were you thinking
Questioning the thoughts or decisions made in relation to the mentioned person.
You know better
Acknowledging awareness of better choices but not acting on them.
But you didn't do it
Recognizing missed opportunities or failures to take necessary actions.
Didn't prove it
Not proving oneself, possibly in terms of capabilities or commitment.
And on top of all that your lending out
Discussing the act of extending oneself to others, potentially leaving insufficient resources for personal needs.
Ain't enough left for you
Highlighting a situation where one is depleted, with little left for personal well-being.
And you can't give what you don't have
Stating the impossibility of giving what one lacks.
So go find you something
Encouraging the pursuit of personal fulfillment or needs.
Cuz your running low and can't afford it
Referring to a state of scarcity or inability to afford essential aspects.
No you can't avoid it
Emphasizing the inevitability of facing certain challenges.
Listen to me
Calling for attention and conveying a sense of urgency.
I know you've felt lost for a long time
Acknowledging a prolonged feeling of being lost.
Sometimes you can run from your real life
Exploring the idea of escaping from reality at times.
But there's grown things you can't skip over
Recognizing that there are aspects of maturity or responsibilities that cannot be avoided.
It's worth it to look in the mirror
Suggesting the importance of self-reflection.
And have a talk
Encouraging a conversation with oneself.
Have a talk
Reiterating the need to have a serious internal dialogue.
Look in the mirror
Emphasizing the act of looking at oneself in a metaphorical or literal mirror.
And have a talk
Repeating the idea of self-reflection through a visual metaphor.
Have a talk
Encouraging continued introspection.
Have a talk
Reiterating the importance of self-talk.
Dont tell yourself
Advising against deceiving oneself.
You're gonna be alone
Rejecting the idea of being alone.
Been listening too long
Noting prolonged exposure to the opinions of those who are not truly familiar with oneself.
To people who don't know you
Emphasizing the importance of paying attention to oneself.
And don't pay attention
Highlighting the negative impact of neglecting self-awareness.
You're putting your mind on a treadmill
Describing a repetitive and unproductive mental state.
It could be good for you if you just focus
Advocating for focus as a potential solution.
Even if it's just you promise it's worth it
Promising that self-focus is worthwhile even if alone.
Water your plants so they'll keep growing
Using metaphorical language, urging self-nurturing for personal growth.
Up
Visualizing personal growth akin to the upward movement of plants.
I can help you with this look
Offering assistance or guidance in self-reflection.
I know you've felt lost for a long time
Reiterating the prolonged feeling of being lost.
Sometimes you can run from your real life
Repeating the idea of temporarily escaping from reality.
But there's grown things you can't skip over
Reiterating the unavoidable aspects of adulthood.
It's worth it to look in the mirror
Emphasizing the value of looking within oneself.
And have a talk
Encouraging continued self-dialogue.
Have a talk
Repeating the call for internal conversation.
Look in the mirror
Emphasizing the act of looking at oneself in a metaphorical or literal mirror once again.
And have a talk
Encouraging ongoing self-reflection.
Have a talk, have a talk
Reiterating the importance of self-talk.
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