How Do You Sleep
Haunted Nights: Wrestling with Guilt and Pain in Wicked Garden's 'How Do You Sleep'
Lyrics
How you live is a mystery to me, how you keep breaking down
Perplexed by your lifestyle and the repeated emotional breakdowns you experience.
Head down and eyes are close yet you still claim to see
Despite keeping a low profile, you claim to perceive things even with your eyes closed.
All that's fallen at your knees
All the failures and difficulties you face have brought you to a humble state.
The fire you breathe is suffocating me while you bring me down
The intensity of your destructive actions is overwhelming, suffocating those around you.
Scream loud as silence falls with your misery
Your screams are as impactful as a silent moment, emphasizing your internal suffering.
You're the victim again
You consistently perceive yourself as a victim in various situations.
How do you sleep at night?
Raising a question about the peace of mind you have during the night.
How do you deal with your shame?
Asking how you handle the guilt and disgrace associated with your actions.
How do you say that you’re awake?
Questioning the authenticity of your claim to consciousness and self-awareness.
How do you live with your pain?
Inquiring about how you cope with the emotional burden and distress you carry.
How do you sleep at night?
Repeating the question regarding your peace of mind during the night, emphasizing concern.
How do you deal with your shame?
Reiterating the inquiry into your ability to handle feelings of guilt and shame.
How do you say that you’re awake?
Repeating the doubt about your claimed awareness and consciousness.
How do you live with your pain?
Repeating the query about how you endure the emotional pain you carry.
Your bleeding heart is killing me
Expressing the emotional toll caused by your intense and heartfelt troubles.
Your bleeding heart is killing me
Reiterating the impact of your deep emotional struggles on others.
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