Raised on Promises
Unraveling Societal Constructs: Raised on Illusions
Lyrics
Building cage I can only study the blame
Constructing a metaphorical cage to analyze and understand the responsibility or fault.
I can think of a word for myself but no name
Unable to find a suitable name for personal identity, despite having self-awareness.
Question darts throw me to the dogs of progress
Feeling targeted by challenging questions, thrown into the difficulties of progress.
But they run from what really matters
People avoid confronting essential issues, choosing to escape from what truly matters.
Raised on promises
Having been brought up with expectations and commitments.
To the furnace for shade to the dust for a drink
Seeking refuge in unlikely places (furnace for shade, dust for a drink), facing irrationality and indifference.
Logic's mad and shame doesn't care what you think
Reasoning appears insane, and shame is indifferent to others' opinions.
The ocean's dry it's only a phantom that you fathom
The vastness appears deceptive or unreal, and the flood of consequences originates unexpectedly.
But the flood comes from the desert
Challenges or problems arise unexpectedly, contrary to expectations.
Raised on promises
Reiterating the impact of growing up with assurances and commitments.
Land of the known
Living in a familiar and predictable environment.
Free of the brave
Emphasizing freedom and courage as defining characteristics.
They sell us ourselves
Commenting on the commodification of identity, as individuals are sold their own essence.
The center has moved and water bleeds from broken faces
The center of stability has shifted, causing pain and suffering reflected in broken faces.
Raised on promises
Reiterating the impact of growing up with assurances and commitments.
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