Roadkill
Embracing Imperfections: Unveiling the Meaning Behind 'Roadkill' by The Midnight Horrors
Lyrics
I don't believe in saving face
Not adhering to superficial appearances or pretending; being authentic.
You keep your two; I'll dig my--
Choosing individuality over conformity; a willingness to be different.
You say I'm crass and out of touch
Being criticized for being crude and disconnected from reality.
A guitar with a fucked-up neck and strings that rust
Comparing oneself to a damaged guitar, emphasizing imperfections and neglect.
But I need you like flies need shit
Expressing a dependence on someone despite their negative qualities.
I've heard all your lines before and I'm over it
Rejecting familiar, insincere expressions or compliments.
I don't believe in saving face
Reiterating a lack of concern for preserving a positive public image.
You keep your two; I'll dig my graves
Choosing to face consequences or difficulties instead of avoiding them.
And when you finally see your own reflection
Anticipating a moment of self-realization for someone else.
In the vast black abyss, I hope you feel whole
Symbolizing self-discovery in the vast unknown, wishing completeness for the other person.
I know I'm flawed; I've earned my scars
Acknowledging personal imperfections and experiences that have left marks.
I'm as perfect as the roadkill on East Crossroads Boulevard
Emphasizing one's flawed nature, drawing a comparison to roadkill as a metaphor for imperfection.
And I don't need your sympathy
Rejecting the need for pity or understanding from others.
Or the mask you wear to hide the creature underneath
Criticizing the use of masks to conceal true identity or character.
How long does it take
Pondering the time required to reveal one's true self, metaphorically represented as stripping away flesh.
To strip away the flesh
Questioning the process of shedding superficial layers to expose authenticity.
And make another face?
Contemplating the creation of a new persona and the time it takes to transform.
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