Subdued
Oscar Jerome Lyrics

Are People made for sun (na)
Are we as human beings meant to bask in the light and warmth of the sun?

People made for ray-e-ay-ain
Perhaps we were made to receive a certain type of energy or inspiration, like the rays of sunshine.

Hypocrisy
The singer is possibly critical of people who don't practice what they preach.

(Left the good boy, with a hole in his brain)
Someone who was once innocent or good has been negatively affected by society in some way.

Lost and hurt then fow-wow-ound
People can feel lost and in pain, but eventually they may discover something to make them feel whole again.

Drifting on their o-woah-own
People can feel lonely or directionless at times.

But I found my way
The singer has found a path that works for them.

And with the path made
Having found their own way, the artist can create a path for themselves that is unique and meaningful.

They were young and they were old
People of all ages experience these feelings of confusion, loneliness, and pain.

Oh simplify your soul
The artist advises others to live a simpler life, free of material possessions and unnecessary complications.

It will complicate you
Trying to keep up with the expectations of others and accumulating more than you need can lead to added complications.

Oh deeper than your per-verse fascination
The artist is calling attention to the fact that what people often desire is often not what is truly fulfilling.

But it is then
The pain and loneliness that people experience is part of their past.

And it is now-ow-h
But the present moment offers a chance to move forward with newfound wisdom and strength.

Oh you must be confused
The singer is addressing someone who may be lost or struggling to find their way.

So temporary
The artist is suggesting that the problems or hardships people experience are temporary and will eventually pass.

Momentary
Additionally, the artist emphasizes that the struggles people face are brief in the grand scheme of things.

Sub-doo-ue'd
This word is likely meant to convey a sense of feeling subdued, held back, or oppressed.

They are out at sea
The singer may be referring to those who feel lost or adrift, like they're floating aimlessly at sea.

Since we do away his'try
Perhaps the artist is suggesting that we have lost important customs or traditions that would help us navigate life better.

Refuse to take the blame
Society may be unwilling to bear responsibility for the issues it has created for individuals.

And did you dare to stay (with them)
The artist is asking if others were willing to help those who were lost or struggling.

Until they cried for help
Others may not provide help until those in need beg for it or reach their lowest point.

And the last seed has grown
This may be a metaphor for hope that, even after difficult periods, new beginnings or growth are possible.

With what complicates you
The singer may be suggesting that complicating one's life only leads to more problems, and that simplicity is the key to happiness.

Oh dee-per than your per-verse fa-scinati-un
Once again, the singer is referring to the fact that what we think we want may not actually fulfill us in a deeper way.

Sub-doo-nah-nah-na-na-uh
This line is just an instrumental outro that likely serves to reinforce the subdued or melancholy mood of the song.