Depression
A Jah Lyrics
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And "shit's boring" so they're bent like accordions
In fact their going mad and ornery
Push them to the back until their interacting orderly
The black sheep puzzle piece fit among misfits
Sink beneath abysses plea the fifth amid the mischief
I didn't say dismissed it's a brief intermission
So reap the benefits of bleeding fists and indecision
In the trenches I couldn't lower my defenses
A sober mind was prison
I had to be the light beam enlightening a prism
It's sublime and a privilege to thrive and exist in
This time of division with divine intervention within it
Divine intervention within it
Sublime and a privilege...
Tie the noose and move in silence
And hide your eyelids and lie to you
Like there's nothing left to do
The violence will hide in you
Passive in a massacre of adolescent wreckage
A basket case with indigestion skipping breakfast
Bested by infections of a maniac depressed and
It's a blessing if these other fools can keep their food ingested
When I stepped in, swerved and made a round about the salad dressing
Cupboards covered with a potent stench - fowl aggression
Pressed in every step and every second I could count my blessings
And I thought I'd be asleep around eleven
Depressing their development while living the fast life
All hours of the night, howling like a bag pipe
Til' they crash like fragmented stalagmite
Or sediment of that kind blasted with a frag mine
Another indecisive soul prone to the gas light
Ignorance extended from a past life
In fact, they need acetaminophen to act right
Praying it's the last time
It's sublime and a privilege to thrive and exist in
This time of division with divine intervention within it
Divine intervention within it
Sublime and a privilege
The lyrics of A Jah's song Depression deal with themes of mental health, personal struggles, and the difficulties of navigating through life. The first few lines refer to the idea of people "pouring in" their negative energy and complaints into an "empty cup," leading to a sense of boredom and frustration that bends them like "accordions." Despite these pressures, the singer urges that they must push to maintain some sense of order, and not allow themselves to fall deeper into madness and chaos.
Throughout the song, the lyrics offer a mix of introspection and critiques of others' behaviors. The singer recognizes times in their past when they struggled to keep their guard up, overhearing the teasing and insults of others, and feeling imprisoned by their own thoughts and worries. However, they also point out the ways in which others can be destructive or self-destructive, such as by skipping meals or numbing themselves with substances, leading to further physical and emotional harm.
Beyond this focus on personal struggles, the lyrics touch on larger social issues as well. The reference to a "massacre" of adolescent wreckage suggests an indictment of broader societal forces that can harm and traumatize young people. Meanwhile, the call to "tie the noose and move in silence" hints at a sense of hopelessness or existential despair that can pervade people's lives, even though they may try to mask it behind a facade of normalcy or indifference.
Overall, the song speaks to the difficulty of finding one's place in the world, especially when facing relentless negativity and uncertainty. At the same time, it offers a sense of hope, recognizing that there can be beauty and wonder even in dark times, and that it is a "privilege" to be alive and pushing forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Like the empty cup they're pouring in
People are allowing themselves to be filled with meaningless things
And "shit's boring" so they're bent like accordions
They're so bored and disinterested that they're becoming flexible, malleable
In fact their going mad and ornery
Their boredom is driving them to craziness and irritability
Push them to the back until their interacting orderly
They need to be separated from others until they can interact in a more civilized and orderly manner
The black sheep puzzle piece fit among misfits
The odd one out, but fitting in with others who do not fit in with society
Sink beneath abysses plea the fifth amid the mischief
They try to hide themselves and their negativity when things go wrong
I didn't say dismissed it's a brief intermission
Things may pause temporarily but the situation is not resolved yet
So reap the benefits of bleeding fists and indecision
They will suffer the consequences of their inability to make a decision and resorting to violence
Finger prints or single bits of sentiment I'd dismiss it
They don't care about the details or emotional attachments
In the trenches I couldn't lower my defenses
They cannot relax or let their guard down
A sober mind was prison
Being clear-headed and sober felt like a restriction
I had to be the light beam enlightening a prism
They had to bring positivity and illumination to someone or something
It's sublime and a privilege to thrive and exist in
It's amazing and lucky to be able to succeed and live in this world
This time of division with divine intervention within it
Despite the division, there is still hope for improvement through a higher power
Divine intervention within it
They believe that a higher power can change things for the better
Tie the noose and move in silence
They're secretive about what they're doing to themselves or others
And hide your eyelids and lie to you
They're concealing their true emotions and lying to others
Like there's nothing left to do
They feel like they've exhausted all options and have no hope left
The violence will hide in you
Their anger and aggression will eventually manifest within themselves
Passive in a massacre of adolescent wreckage
Being inactive or indifferent during the destruction and chaos of youth
A basket case with indigestion skipping breakfast
They're a mess, having trouble processing things and skipping important parts of their day
Bested by infections of a maniac depressed and
They're overwhelmed by the mental illnesses of those around them
It's a blessing if these other fools can keep their food ingested
It's fortunate if others are able to keep their daily routines and stay grounded
When I stepped in, swerved and made a round about the salad dressing
They made a detour and changed course in a small way
Cupboards covered with a potent stench - fowl aggression
There's a negative smell and energy coming from the kitchen
Pressed in every step and every second I could count my blessings
They're taking everything one step at a time and appreciating the small things
And I thought I'd be asleep around eleven
They did not anticipate being up so late dealing with these issues
Depressing their development while living the fast life
Their lifestyle is hindering their personal growth and development
All hours of the night, howling like a bag pipe
They're restless and making strange noises like bagpipes
Til' they crash like fragmented stalagmite
Their energy and excitement will build to a breaking point and then crash
Or sediment of that kind blasted with a frag mine
Something like an explosion or outburst is inevitable
Another indecisive soul prone to the gas light
They're easily manipulated and influenced by others
Ignorance extended from a past life
Their lack of knowledge and understanding stems from their past experiences
In fact, they need acetaminophen to act right
They need medication to feel normal and function properly
Praying it's the last time
They hope that whatever is happening is the last time it will happen
It's sublime and a privilege to thrive and exist in
It's amazing and lucky to be able to succeed and live in this world
This time of division with divine intervention within it
Despite the division, there is still hope for improvement through a higher power
Divine intervention within it
They believe that a higher power can change things for the better
Sublime and a privilege
Being alive and thriving is an incredible gift
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: John Dwiggins
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