Bathing in Hate
12:06 Lyrics
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I used to care until my eyes filled with hate
I used to think I had the one thing that never died
I found the truth to late
Bathing in hate
Til it wash over me
Bathing in hate
I used to be so much more than this
I used to be the one with open arms
I used to know who I could trust
Dreams to dust
Bathing in hate
Til it wash over me
Bathing in hate
Til it covers me
The lyrics of 12:06's song "Bathing in Hate" speak of a profound transformation in the singer's character, from being caring and trusting to becoming filled with hatred and disillusionment. The song starts with the singer admitting that they used to care about something or someone, but after being shown how weak they were, their perspective changed. They started to see the world through the eyes of hate, and this emotion became all-consuming. The singer notes that they used to believe they had something that never died, but late in the game, they found out the truth.
The chorus of the song, "Bathing in hate, til it washes over me. Bathing in hate, til it covers me," paints a picture of the singer being overwhelmed by their feelings of anger and bitterness, until they are completely consumed by them. In the second verse, the singer reminisces about being a different person. They used to be more open and trusting, they used to be able to discern who was trustworthy, and they had dreams that have now turned to dust. The song is a powerful lament about how life's experiences can change a person's character and perspective.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to care until you showed me how weak I was
I once cared deeply, until you exposed my vulnerability and weakness.
I used to care until my eyes filled with hate
My caring turned to hatred as a result of your actions.
I used to think I had the one thing that never died
I believed I possessed something eternal and unchanging.
I found the truth too late
Unfortunately, I discovered the truth after it was already too late.
Bathing in hate
Surrounded by and consumed by pure hatred.
Til it wash over me
Until it completely engulfs and overwhelms me.
Til it covers me
Until I am completely blanketed and suffocated by it.
I used to be so much more than this
I had a higher sense of self and purpose before this situation.
I used to be the one with open arms
I was once welcoming and inclusive of others.
I used to know who I could trust
I used to have confidence in my ability to determine trustworthy people.
Dreams to dust
All my hopes and aspirations have turned to nothingness.
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