Sweet Nothing
A Hanging Lyrics
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Staring blankly at the wall
the dark thoughts creep in.
Can't hide from your self
Old wounds become fresh.
Rotting inside out
Play dead among corpses
Lay it all out,
Blur the lines.
Passion unending
Deep the hole
Unwritten Ending
Sweet Nothing
In "Sweet Nothing," A Hanging describes the experiences of someone who is alone and dealing with their demons. The first verse describes them walking alone on a beaten path, distracted and consumed by the darkness inside. The line "Can't hide from yourself" hints at self-destructive impulses or the inability to escape intrusive thoughts. The second verse suggests that the person is haunted by past trauma or emotional pain that they can't seem to shake off. The line "Play dead among corpses, embrace mortality" suggests a nihilistic approach to life, where the only sense of control is found in accepting death or embracing death-like states. The chorus, "Lay it all out, blur the lines," is a call to action for the person to be open and honest about their struggles.
Overall, "Sweet Nothing" seems to be about the experience of hopelessness and despair. The lyrics suggest that the person is lost in their own thoughts and feelings, and that the only way forward is to confront them head-on. The song paints a dark and somber picture of someone trying to navigate the complexities of their own mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Walk alone down the beaten path
Wander aimlessly, directionless
Staring blankly at the wall
Lost in thought, vacant gaze
The dark thoughts creep in
Negative thoughts seep into the mind
Can't hide from your self
Unable to escape inner turmoil
Old wounds become fresh
Past traumas resurface
Rotting inside out
Suffering from internal decay
Play dead among corpses
Feigning death to numb the pain
Embrace mortality
Accepting the inevitability of death
Lay it all out
Reveal everything without reservation
Blur the lines
Break down barriers and conventions
Passion unending
Intensity of emotions without limit
Deep the hole
Feeling of emptiness and despair
Unwritten Ending
Uncertainty about future outcomes
Sweet Nothing
Bittersweet emptiness
Contributed by Kaylee A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.