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Living a Deceptive Life: Unraveling Illusions & Mind GamesLyrics
Oh, a bed of roses
Expressing a seemingly pleasant or comfortable situation symbolized by a "bed of roses."
With blood stained glasses
Suggesting a contrast with the previous line, indicating a darker or troubled perspective with "blood stained glasses."
The floor creak noises
Highlighting discomfort or tension through the auditory imagery of a creaking floor.
RUN!
An abrupt call to action, possibly indicating urgency or a need to escape.
I'm down, you wanted more
Feeling insufficient or not meeting expectations, the desire for more from the situation or relationship.
I'll try, to reap this sow
Expressing an effort to receive the benefits or consequences of actions ("reap this sow").
I'll drown, for this I'm sure
Accepting consequences, willing to endure hardships for a particular cause or decision.
Goodbye, you'd never
Saying farewell, possibly with a sense of finality or resignation.
CHANGE! NOW!
A repeated call for change, emphasizing urgency and immediacy.
CHANGE! NOW!
-CHANGE! NOW!
-CHANGE!
-I'm just living a sea of lies, I feel no shame
Admitting to living a life filled with deception, without guilt or remorse.
I dare not say these words, I don't wanna blame
A reluctance to express certain truths, avoiding blame or confrontation.
Life shrouded with a mane, of box-claimed fame
Life surrounded by a fabricated identity, influenced by societal expectations.
I'm done, playing all your sick mind games
Rejecting manipulative or harmful psychological games played by others.
Oh, this life is fiction
Describing life as a fictional narrative, possibly lacking authenticity.
Just like addiction
Comparing life to addiction, implying dependency or an unhealthy attachment.
For validation
Seeking external validation, possibly from others or societal norms.
CRY!
An emotional outburst, suggesting vulnerability or frustration.
I'm down, you wanted more
Reiterating a desire for more, feeling inadequate or unfulfilled.
I'll try, to real this sow
Attempting to confront or deal with the consequences of actions ("real this sow").
I'll drown, for this I'm sure
Acceptance of impending difficulties or hardships.
Goodbye, you'd never
Reaffirming the farewell, suggesting a final decision or separation.
CHANGE! NOW!
Continued urgency for change, with a sense of insistence.
CHANGE! NOW!
-CHANGE! NOW!
-CHANGE!
-I'm just living a sea of lies, I feel no shame
Acknowledging a deceptive existence without remorse.
I dare not say these words, I don't wanna blame
Reluctance to express certain truths, avoiding responsibility or accountability.
Life shrouded with a mane, of box-claimed fame
Living a life shaped by external expectations and false identity.
I'm done, playing all your sick mind games
Rejecting manipulative or harmful psychological games played by others (repeated).
Time and time again, I fell
Experiencing repeated setbacks or failures, possibly in pursuit of a particular style or lifestyle.
Fell into a cup of style
Falling into a pattern or behavior that is stylish but problematic.
Style that slaps you in the face
Describing a style or behavior that is confrontational or aggressive.
But to you, it's just words
Highlighting a lack of understanding or empathy from others, where words are not taken seriously.
Time and time again, it's hell
Repeating a challenging or difficult experience beneath a seemingly flawless exterior.
Hell beneath your perfect skin
Referring to difficulties hidden beneath a perfect appearance or facade.
Skin that brings you might and lust
Describing an appealing exterior that brings power and desire.
AND YOU CRAVE
Expressing a desire for closeness or connection without experiencing fear (repeated).
FOR
-WHATS
-NEAR
-SO
-YOU
-WONT
-FEEL
-FEAR
-I'm just living a sea of lies, I feel no shame
Acknowledging a deceptive existence without guilt or remorse (repeated).
I dare not say these words, I don't wanna blame
Reluctance to express certain truths, avoiding responsibility or accountability (repeated).
Life shrouded with a mane, of box-claimed fame
Living a life shaped by external expectations and false identity (repeated).
I'm done, playing all your sick mind games
Rejecting manipulative or harmful psychological games played by others (repeated).
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