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Bloodshot Eyes
Helenor Lyrics


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Lots of hate will form a crowd
You could get stuck below
Gradually it falls between
The spikes in the rug

Up till now′s been left alone
But now it's shaken up
And you and your friends
Are left to deal
With the clouded light




Bloodshot eyes
Are my friends
They′ll stay with me
Till the end
Bloodshot eyes (eyes, eyes)
Are my friends (friends, friends)
They'll stay with me (me, me)
Till the end (end, end, end)

Lots of faces form a crowd
Depending if you are close
The cheapness cometh
The love is real
This deal will not last for that long

And up till now's been left alone
But now it′s shaken up
And you and your friends
Are left to deal with the

Bloodshot eyes
Are my friends
They′ll stay with me
Till the end (end, end, end)
Bloodshot eyes (eyes, eyes)
Are my friends (friends, friends)
They'll stay with me (me, me)
Till the end (end, end, end, end)

Is this life
All about
The finish line?
I don′t think it is
Is this life
All about
The finish line?
I don't think it is

Overall Meaning

The song "Bloodshot Eyes" by Helenor talks about dealing with the consequences of one's actions, especially when the world around them seems to be falling apart. The lyrics suggest that hate can become a major force and can gather people to form a mob. This hate can create problems, and one might get trapped in a dangerous situation with no clear escape route. The phrase "spikes in the rug" is used as a metaphor for the obstacles that one must overcome to move forward. Notably ,the spikes might not always be visible, and they might be a surprise that could catch one off guard.


The chorus of the song, which repeats the phrase "bloodshot eyes," talks about the pain and the emotional strain that one might face when going through a difficult time. The lyrics suggest that bloodshot eyes are the only reliable companions that one might have in such a situation, and they will remain loyal until the end. The song implies that this loyalty and support are crucial in helping one deal with the problems that come their way.


The song concludes with a rhetorical question, questioning whether life is all about reaching the finish line. The song suggests that there might be more to life than simply completing a task or reaching a goal. The lyrics imply that it is the experiences and the relationships formed along the way that matter the most in the end.


Line by Line Meaning

Lots of hate will form a crowd
When negative feelings gather, society stacks up with the potential to trap anyone caught in the middle.


You could get stuck below
If you're unfortunate enough to fall in, the negative energy can encase you.


Gradually it falls between
The toxic feelings start to seep in and spread everywhere like a poison.


The spikes in the rug
The hostility is so pervasive that you can't help but feel its presence all over, just like walking barefoot on a rug filled with sharp pins.


Up till now's been left alone
The hostility has been dormant for a while without much confrontation.


But now it's shaken up
Unfortunately, something has given rise to the negative feelings, and they are now seeping everywhere.


And you and your friends
You and your comrades are left to handle the situation that is arising from this division.


Are left to deal
You'll have to face and manage the hostility that resides within the environment you're in.


With the clouded light
In such a tense environment, there is no clearness or direction everyone wants to follow.


Bloodshot eyes
The haggard eyes that indicate a consequence of a long emotional period and the determination to overcome it.


Are my friends
A way of embracing the toughness of the negativity and holding on through resiliency.


They'll stay with me
The desire to last with the struggles and stay strong until the end of hardships.


Till the end
Persist through till the final moments of the conflict.


Lots of faces form a crowd
When people gather, they form a unique sort of community based on shared experiences.


Depending if you are close
The degree of intensity or positivity in the community depends on the participant's close relationship with each other.


The cheapness cometh
The negativity takes over the community and the sense of value and worth to simple things begins to diminish.


The love is real
Despite the negative environment, the sincerity and strength of bonding ties the participants together.


This deal will not last for that long
Even though the group has come together for a while, the hostility will break them apart sooner rather than later.


Is this life all about the finish line?
Is existence all about competing against others on who can top the competition and reach the desired target first?


I don't think it is
The opinion of the artist is that there is more to individuals' purpose than merely earning the first place in the race.




Writer(s): David Diangelis

Contributed by Jordan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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