Postcard From Purgatory
The Dears Lyrics

The lyrics of the song "Postcard from Purgatory" by The Dears are about wasted lives and lack of purpose. The lines, "We have wasted, Wasted all, All of our lives" are indicative of the regret that the singer feels for having spent their entire life aimlessly. The use of repetition drives home the message that there is nothing to show for the time spent. The succeeding lines "Empty heads, Empty mouths, Empty hearts, Empty souls" paint a picture of emptiness and lack of fulfillment. The words "heads," "mouths," "hearts," and "souls" represent the different aspects of being that the singer feels are empty. It is a poignant commentary on the human condition, where despite the potential for growth, we can remain stagnant. The song captures the inner turmoil that can arise when we feel like we have not lived up to our full potential.