II
AU Dessus Lyrics

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Slowly sinking… Sinking all of us. In this suffocating drought of thinking.
Choking on infective vanity stuffed in our throats everyday
All that's left in memory reminds us freedom.
Freedom from foolishness and bliss of consciousness…
Ever felt so apart that you questioned your purpose in living?
Ever thought is there a meaning in all that theater?
Is there a place for me in this stall full of competing cattle?
Are we meat for someone's dinner? A sham for others to enjoy?

When socially accepted becomes your choice and aim of life
Or a list full of double-faced creatures means more than to remain yourself.
Congrats! You are now one of them! Take your step towards proclaimed ambition

Take a seat on a contrived throne. I hope this crown of thorns fulfills your existence.
And this feast adorned with promises and lies will be your gallows rope…

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "II" by AU Dessus delve into the struggle and suffocation of living in a society obsessed with materialism, conformity, and superficiality. The verses describe a feeling of sinking, both individually and collectively, in a drought of meaningful thought and genuine expression. The infective vanity stuffed into our throats represents the pressure to conform to social norms and the constant bombardment of shallow values through media and societal expectations.

The lyrics also touch on the philosophical questions of purpose and existence. The lines "Ever felt so apart that you questioned your purpose in living?" and "Ever thought is there a meaning in all that theater?" express a sense of disillusionment and detachment from the often-cynical world. The imagery of "competing cattle" and being "meat for someone's dinner" highlight the feeling of being dehumanized and reduced to mere products for the consumption of others.

The chorus of the song expresses a warning against succumbing to the pressures of society and becoming just another "double-faced creature" who prioritizes social status over authentic self-expression. The final lines of the song, which describe a "contrived throne" and "feast adorned with promises and lies," imply that those who do submit to the pressures of the world will find themselves in a self-made prison, trapped by their own illusions and falsehoods.

Line by Line Meaning

Slowly sinking… Sinking all of us. In this suffocating drought of thinking.
We are all gradually sinking in a state of lack of rational thought and it's affecting us collectively.

Choking on infective vanity stuffed in our throats everyday
We are suffocating on hollow, misguided beliefs that we're forced to swallow daily.

All that's left in memory reminds us freedom.
The only thing that we might remember as a means of liberation is the concept of freedom.

Freedom from foolishness and bliss of consciousness…
Being free from naivety and false contentment will ultimately be liberating.

Ever felt so apart that you questioned your purpose in living?
Have you ever felt so disconnected that it led you to doubt your very existence and purpose?

Ever thought is there a meaning in all that theater?
Have you ever wondered if there really is any significance to all the societal norms and routines?

Is there a place for me in this stall full of competing cattle?
Do you feel like you belong in a society that values competition over genuine connection?

Are we meat for someone's dinner? A sham for others to enjoy?
Are we merely objects to be used and manipulated for others' satisfaction?

When socially accepted becomes your choice and aim of life
Choosing to prioritize social acceptance above all else can become a dangerous and limiting path.

Or a list full of double-faced creatures means more than to remain yourself.
Valuing the approval of deceitful individuals can lead to losing oneself in the process.

Congrats! You are now one of them! Take your step towards proclaimed ambition
Congratulations! You've now become one of those who prioritize social climbing and personal gain over authenticity.

Take a seat on a contrived throne. I hope this crown of thorns fulfills your existence.
Enjoy your position of power that is built on falseness and dissatisfaction. I hope that it is worth it.

And this feast adorned with promises and lies will be your gallows rope…
The lavish lifestyle that is built on deceit and empty promises will ultimately lead to one's downfall.

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