Laughing With A Mouth Of Blood
St. Vincent Lyrics

Just like an amnesiac Trying to get my senses back (Oh, where did they go?)
Feeling lost and confused, trying to regain my sense of self and direction. Wondering where my clarity and direction went.

Laughing with a mouth of blood From a little spill I took (Oh, what are you laughing at?)
Putting on a brave face and trying to stay positive despite the pain and wounds I've suffered. Wondering why others find it amusing or entertaining.

See I traded my plot of land For a plane to anywhere (Oh, where do you go?)
Giving up stability and roots in exchange for adventure and uncertainty. Wondering where my path will lead me.

And I can't see the future But I know its got big plans for me (Oh what does it see?)
Uncertain about what lies ahead, but believing that there is a greater purpose and destiny in store for me. Wondering what the universe has in store.

All of my old friends aren't so friendly All of my old haunts are now all haunting me
Realizing that the people and places from my past are no longer comforting or familiar. Feeling alone and adrift in an unfamiliar world.

Holed up at the motel ritz With a televangelist (Oh what did he say?)
Feeling trapped and isolated in a glossy, artificial environment. Seeking guidance and inspiration from questionable sources. Questioning the messages I receive.

At the bottom of a swimming pool With all the water out of it (How'd you get in there?)
Feeling submerged and suffocated despite the absence of actual water. Wondering how I ended up in such a bleak and lonely place.

I'm sending consolation prizes to my next of kin, allies (Oh, they'll be so thrilled)
Trying to reach out to those who should be closest to me, but feeling like my gestures fall flat or go unacknowledged.

I can't see the future But I know it's watching me (wonder what it sees)
Uncertain about what lies ahead, but feeling like there is a force or presence that is observing and guiding me. Wondering what such a force might want or expect from me.

Tell my sister that I miss her Tell my brother that it gets much easier
Reaching out to my family and hoping to reconnect. Assuring them that despite my struggles, they need not worry about me.

All of my old friends aren't so friendly And all of my old haunts are now all haunting me
Feeling like the past is closed off to me, and facing a world where nobody is reliable or familiar. Struggling to adapt and find new sources of comfort.