The Enemy
♥papa roach Lyrics

I want to chase my dreams But you just punish me
The singer desires to pursue their aspirations, but someone or something prevents them from doing so, leading to punishment instead of support.

I lost myself inside the lies and wicked ways I'm starting to believe You'll be the death of me But all I see is the reflection of the enemy
The singer got caught up in deceitful and immoral behavior, leading to their own destruction. They blame another person or thing, although the real problem resides within themselves.

I think I've lost my way Because I got nowhere to run And nowhere to hide I'm running from the enemy inside I'll fight for my life Because I wanna survive
The singer feels lost and without any escape from their inner turmoil. They recognize that they must fight to stay alive, in spite of their difficulties.

It's not the TV screen It's not my family I'd still be damaged even if I grew up perfectly It's something deep inside Something I can't explain It's like I've got a disease without a fucking name I think I've lost my way
The singer acknowledges that their problems do not stem from external sources, but instead are a result of their own negative internal feelings. They cannot articulate the exact cause of this distress but recognize its toxic, harmful nature.

'Cause I got nowhere to run And nowhere to hide I'm running from the enemy inside I'll fight for my life And try to survive I gotta face the enemy inside I'm crying for help I'm living a lie I'll do anything just to stay alive
The singer reiterates their sense of despair and lack of options, but they are determined to confront their inner demons and seek help. They feel trapped and must resort to dishonesty to survive.

I can't take it anymore Can't fake it anymore I swear I'll give up my fears And I can't take it anymore Can't fake it anymore I swear I'll give up my fears
The singer has reached their breaking point, no longer able to deal with their anxieties, and pledges to let go of the things that hold them back from being their true selves.

Because I got nowhere to run And nowhere to hide I'm running from the enemy inside I'll fight for my life And try to survive I got to face the enemy inside This is the end of me The end of me This is the end of me I am the enemy
The singer recognizes that they are both the victim and the perpetrator of their own self-destructive behavior. At the same time, they are committed to confronting and overcoming their misguided and harmful impulses.