Roulette
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I have a problem that I can not explain
I have no reason why it should have been so plain
Have no questions but I sure have excuse
I lack the reason why I should be so confused

I know how I feel when I'm around you
I don't know
How I feel when I'm around you, around you

Left a message but it ain't a bit of use
I have some pictures but one might be the duce
Today you saw, you saw me you explained
Playin' the show when runnin' down the plain

I know how I feel when I'm around you
I don't know
How I feel when I'm around you

I, I know how I feel when I'm around you
I don't know
How I feel when I'm around you, around you

I, I know how I feel when I'm around you
I don't know
How I feel when I'm around you

I, I know how I feel when I'm around you
I don't know
How I feel when I'm around you, around you

Around you

Around you
Around you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Roulette" are ambiguous and open to interpretation, but they convey a sense of confusion and frustration. The singer is struggling with a problem or situation that they can't explain, and they lack the reason or understanding to make sense of it. They may be struggling with their emotions and feelings towards someone, as they mention feeling differently around them but not being able to understand or express those feelings.

The second stanza introduces a sense of helplessness, as the singer tries to reach out for help but finds that it's not effective or useful. They may have tried to communicate their difficulties through a message or pictures, but it hasn't helped to resolve their confusion. The reference to "the duce" suggests that they may have been misinterpreted or misunderstood, adding to their feelings of frustration.

Overall, "Roulette" is a song about feeling lost and overwhelmed by emotions or situations that can't be easily resolved or explained. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and uncertainty, with the repeated refrain of "I don't know how I feel when I'm around you" emphasizing the singer's confusion and lack of clarity.

Line by Line Meaning

I have a problem that I can not explain
I am going through a tough time, but I cannot pinpoint the exact reason why.

I have no reason why it should have been so plain
Although nothing seems to be wrong on the surface, I am still struggling with my emotions.

Have no questions but I sure have excuse
I don't have any direct inquiries, but I can find excuses for my actions and problems.

I lack the reason why I should be so confused
I am unsure why I am feeling so lost and baffled, and I don't have a clear answer.

I know how I feel when I'm around you
I am aware of the emotions I experience when I am in your presence.

I don't know
However, I am still unclear about how I feel exactly.

Left a message but it ain't a bit of use
I have tried to communicate my feelings or situation but to no avail.

I have some pictures but one might be the duce
I possess some memories, but one of those memories might be responsible for my predicament.

Today you saw, you saw me you explained
Today, you witnessed me and inquired about my condition.

Playin' the show when runnin' down the plain
I am performing and pushing forward despite being in a rough spot.

Around you
The presence of someone is affecting me and my emotions.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Serj Tankian, Daron V Malakian, Shavo Odajian, John Dolmayan

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