The Outsider
►A Perfect Circle Lyrics
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It's just that this is
Not the way I'm wired
So could you please
Help me understand why
You've given in to all these
Reckless dark desires you're
Suicidal imbecile
You're pounding on a fault line
What'll it take to get it through to you precious
Over this, why do you
Wanna throw it away like this
Such a mess, well I don't wanna watch you
Disconnect and self destruct one
Bullet at a time
What's your rush now, everyone will have his day to die
Medicated, drama queen
Picture perfect, numb belligerence
Narcissistic, drama queen, craving fame and all it's decadence
Lying through your teeth again
Suicidal imbecile
You're pounding on a fault line
What'll it take to get it through to you precious
Over this, why do you wanna
Throw it away like this
Such a mess, well I don't wanna watch you
Disconnect and self destruct one
Bullet at a time
What's your rush now, everyone will have his day to die
They were right about you
Lying to my face again
Suicidal imbecile
You're pounding on a fault line
What'll it take to get it through to you precious
Over this, why do you wanna
Throw it away like this
Such a mess, over this, over this
Disconnect and self destruct
One bullet at a time
What's your hurry, everyone will have his day to die
If you choose to pull the trigger, should your drama prove sincere
Do it somewhere far away from here
The lyrics of A Perfect Circle's song "The Outsider" revolve around the idea of self-destructive behavior and not understanding why someone would willingly engage in such behavior. The singer is pleading for the person to help them understand why they are giving in to their "reckless dark desires" and lying to themselves. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Disconnect and self-destruct one bullet at a time" as a metaphor for the slow and painful process of self-destruction they are engaging in. The singer urges the person to not throw everything away and disconnect from reality but to find a way to cope and heal.
As the song progresses, we get the sense that the person in question is a "medicated drama queen" who is seeking attention and fame through their destructive behavior. The singer is frustrated by their continuous lies and self-destructive nature, urging them to do it somewhere far away from here if they choose to "pull the trigger." The final line serves as a warning that if the person continues down this path, it will inevitably lead to their demise.
Overall, "The Outsider" is a powerful commentary on the dangers of self-destructive behavior and the need for those struggling to reach out for help and find healthy coping mechanisms. The lyrics are delivered with a sense of urgency and frustration, painting a vivid picture of the pain that comes with watching someone willingly destroy themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Help me if you can
Requesting assistance from someone
It's just that this is
Acknowledging something is not right
Not the way I'm wired
Not in accordance with my usual behavior
So could you please
Repeating the request for assistance
Help me understand why
Requesting an explanation for something
You've given in to all these
Surrendering to compulsions or desires
Reckless dark desires you're
Compulsions or desires that are dangerous or harmful
Lying to yourself again
Deceiving oneself
Suicidal imbecile
Insulting oneself as foolish and self-destructive
You're pounding on a fault line
Intensifying stress or tension to a breaking point
What'll it take to get it through to you precious
Asking what action is necessary to make someone understand
Over this, why do you
Questioning why someone is willing to give up without a fight
Wanna throw it away like this
Intentionally letting go of something valuable
Such a mess, well I don't wanna watch you
Refusing to stand by and witness someone's self-destruction
Disconnect and self destruct one
Withdrawing from society and intentionally causing harm to oneself
Bullet at a time
Slowly and deliberately causing harm to oneself
What's your rush now, everyone will have his day to die
Questioning someone's hurry to die when death is inevitable for everyone
Medicated, drama queen
Insulting someone as overly-dramatic and reliant on medication
Picture perfect, numb belligerence
Appearing perfect but actually being emotionless and hostile
Narcissistic, drama queen, craving fame and all it's decadence
Insulting someone as self-centered, overly-dramatic, and obsessed with wealth and extravagance
They were right about you
Agreeing with previous negative assessments of someone
Lying to my face again
Being deceived by someone
Such a mess, over this, over this
Reiterating the chaotic and destructive situation
Disconnect and self destruct
Withdrawing from society and intentionally causing harm to oneself
What's your hurry, everyone will have his day to die
Questioning someone's hurry to die when death is inevitable for everyone
If you choose to pull the trigger, should your drama prove sincere
Advising someone to seek help before committing self-harm, and emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying emotional issues
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILLY HOWERDEL, MAYNARD JAMES KEENAN
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