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Mind of Darkness
Cortex Lyrics


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There's someone in my mind
That i don't understand
There's someone in my mind
That i don't want to know
It goes to my head
It goes to my mind
It goes to my soul
It goes to

Overall Meaning

my heart and makes me blind


The lyrics of Cortex's song Mind of Darkness describe an internal struggle with an unknown entity or emotion that has taken up residence in the singer's mind. Despite not understanding this presence, the singer cannot escape its influence, as it penetrates into their thoughts, soul, and heart, causing confusion and even blindness. This could be interpreted as a representation of mental illness, addiction, or even a toxic relationship.


The repetition of the line "There's someone in my mind" emphasizes the intensity of the struggle and the feeling of being trapped. The use of "don't understand" and "don't want to know" indicates a sense of fear and uncertainty towards this presence. The line "It goes to my heart and makes me blind" could imply that this unknown entity or emotion is hindering the singer's ability to see clearly and make rational decisions.


Overall, the lyrics of Mind of Darkness have a haunting and urgent tone, capturing the inner turmoil of the human psyche.


Line by Line Meaning

There's someone in my mind
I feel like there is a presence in my head that I cannot quite comprehend, as it is not a tangible or logical thing.


That I don't understand
I cannot wrap my head around the mysterious force that has taken up residency in my mind.


There's someone in my mind
The presence is still there, constantly haunting me and making me feel unsure about myself.


That I don't want to know
As much as I would like to untangle the mystery in my head, I am too scared to uncover the truth.


It goes to my head
The force doesn't just occupy my thoughts- it permeates throughout my entire being, influencing my actions and feelings.


It goes to my mind
The force affects my consciousness and perception, creating dissonance between myself and the outside world.


It goes to my soul
The presence impacts the core of my being, shaking my very sense of self and purpose.


It goes to...
The force is pervasive, reaching everywhere from my head to my soul, and I am powerless to stop it.




Writer(s): freddie wadling

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