Bliss
AFTA-1 Lyrics
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That I'm just a hypocrite
I might've shown more tact
And meant every word of it
And I've been sorry
I've been so fucking sorry
That I've been killing off my body
I really know I need to act my age
I should be pushing up daisies
And I know that I can't run that fast
But I can still look past
And Keep ignoring the facts for now
Pull the gun; become iconoclast
Put it to my temple and blast
But I'm still floating here somehow
It's all pretend
I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause
Looking for something bliss
Sitting alone how do I move on
From this broken home?
The killing disease, infectious pleads
Let me cure my soul
And find a place I can call home
It's all pretend
I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause
Looking for something bliss
It's never easy saying "fuck It, I'm over it"
Fail to tell the truth
Cause lies always seem to fit
Pull it out, pull the knife out
It's misleading me somehow
I don't care
Just how it feels
To lay beneath
It always feels
Like I can't breathe
Cause everything
Is smothering me
It's all pretend
I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause
Looking for something bliss
Sitting alone how do I move on
From this broken home?
The killing disease, infectious pleads
Let me cure my soul
And find a place I can call home
It's all pretend
I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause
Looking for something bliss
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause Looking for something bliss
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause Looking for something bliss
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause Looking for something bliss
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
I'm just a lost cause Looking for something bliss
The lyrics to AFTA-1's song "BLISS" explore themes of self-reflection, regret, and the search for meaning and happiness. The first verse delves into the singer's realization that they have been acting hypocritically and lacking sincerity in their words and actions. They express deep remorse and acknowledge the harm they have caused to their own body. The line "I really know I need to act my age, but I'm just fucking afraid" suggests that the singer feels trapped and afraid of taking responsibility for their actions.
The second verse continues with a sense of detachment from reality. The singer contemplates the idea of death, mentioning how they should be "pushing up daisies" but somehow they are still floating and existing. This speaks to a feeling of being disconnected from life and unable to fully engage with the world around them. The search for bliss becomes a quest for finding purpose and a sense of belonging.
In the chorus, the singer acknowledges that their existence feels superficial and lacking in meaning. They identify themselves as a lost cause, desperately seeking something that will bring them bliss. The mention of a broken home suggests that the singer's internal struggles may be influenced by external circumstances, such as a dysfunctional family or environment.
The third verse delves into the difficulty of letting go and moving on. The singer expresses the temptation to avoid facing the truth and resorting to lies instead. The imagery of pulling out a knife implies a desire to cut through the deception and find clarity. However, the singer admits feeling indifferent and numb to the pain, highlighting a sense of emotional detachment and desensitization.
The repeated refrain emphasizes the theme of pretending and not truly living or existing. The singer identifies themselves as a lost cause, searching for bliss. The mention of a killing disease and pleas for a cure reveals a deep longing for healing and finding a place they can call home, both internally and externally.
Overall, the lyrics of "BLISS" convey a poignant exploration of personal struggles, self-acceptance, and the yearning for authenticity and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could change the fact
If I had the power to alter my reality
That I'm just a hypocrite
Acknowledging my own hypocrisy
I might've shown more tact
I could have handled things more delicately
And meant every word of it
And genuinely believed in what I said
And I've been sorry
I've felt remorseful
I've been so fucking sorry
I've deeply regretted my actions
That I've been killing off my body
For the harm I've done to my own physical self
I really know I need to act my age
I understand the importance of maturity
But I'm just fucking afraid
Yet, fear holds me back
I should be pushing up daisies
I should be dead and buried
And I know that I can't run that fast
I admit my limitations in escaping
But I can still look past
Yet, I can continue to ignore
And Keep ignoring the facts for now
And choose to disregard the truth temporarily
Pull the gun; become iconoclast
Take control, challenge established beliefs
Put it to my temple and blast
Place the gun against my head and shoot
But I'm still floating here somehow
Yet, I'm still here, surviving
It's all pretend
Everything is an illusion
I didn't live, didn't exist
I didn't truly experience or have an impact
I'm just a lost cause
I'm someone without hope or direction
Looking for something bliss
Seeking a state of happiness and contentment
Sitting alone how do I move on
Being alone, how do I find a way forward
From this broken home?
From this shattered and dysfunctional environment
The killing disease, infectious pleads
The destructive illness, begging for attention
Let me cure my soul
Allow me to heal my inner self
And find a place I can call home
And discover a sense of belonging
It's never easy saying "fuck It, I'm over it"
It's always challenging to let go and move on
Fail to tell the truth
Choosing to hide the reality
Cause lies always seem to fit
Because falsehoods often feel more comfortable
Pull it out, pull the knife out
Remove the painful situation, end the agony
It's misleading me somehow
Yet, it continues to deceive and misguide
I don't care
I have become indifferent
Just how it feels
Regardless of the emotional impact
To lay beneath
To be beneath something
It always feels
It consistently brings about the same sensation
Like I can't breathe
As if I am unable to breathe
Cause everything
Because everything around me
Is smothering me
Is suffocating and overwhelming me
I'm just a lost cause
I'm simply without hope
Looking for something bliss
Searching for a state of blissfulness
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
Everything is a facade, I haven't truly lived or existed
I'm just a lost cause
I'm someone without any prospects
Looking for something bliss
Seeking solace and happiness
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
It's all an illusion, I haven't really experienced anything
I'm just a lost cause
I'm a hopeless case
Looking for something bliss
Trying to find something that brings joy and serenity
It's all pretend I didn't live, didn't exist
None of it was real, I haven't truly lived or made an impact
I'm just a lost cause
I'm someone without purpose or direction
Looking for something bliss
Searching for a state of happiness and fulfillment
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Damien Linebarger, Lane Adair, Todd Hunt
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