Automatic
Am Shawn Lee Lyrics

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You′re in automatic
And i can't believe
It′s becoming thematic
It's all you can see
Now it's a tragedy watching you lie
Even to me

I see the changes in your design

And it′s the cause that′s driving me wild
I see the changes in your design
It doesn't seem you′ll be ever be satisfied

Your being fanatic
Like there's nothing to lose
Did you think it was magic

And we′d never know
What it could do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Automatic" by Am Shawn Lee are a critique of a person who has become so obsessed with material things that they have lost sight of the things that truly matter. The singer observes that the person has become "automatic" in their behavior and thinking, consumed by a desire for things that are ultimately empty and unsatisfying. The repetition of the line "I see the changes in your design" suggests that the person's transformation has been deliberate and purposeful, but also artificial and hollow.

The song suggests that the person's obsession with material possessions is masking deeper issues and causing them to lose touch with their true self. The line "it's a tragedy watching you lie, even to me" implies that the person is not only deceiving themselves, but those around them as well. The singer is lamenting the loss of the person they once knew, and the fact that the obsession with material things seems to have taken over their entire life.

Overall, "Automatic" is a commentary on the pitfalls of materialism and the importance of staying true to oneself. It suggests that while the pursuit of material possessions may seem appealing, it can ultimately lead to a sense of emptiness and disconnection from what really matters in life.

Line by Line Meaning

You're in automatic
You are acting without conscious thought

And i can't believe
I am surprised by your behavior

It's becoming thematic
Your actions are consistent and recurring

It's all you can see
You are focused solely on this behavior

Now it's a tragedy watching you lie
I am saddened by seeing you deceive others

Even to me
You are even deceiving me

I see the changes in your design
I notice a transition or evolution in your behavior

And it's the cause that's driving me wild
The reason behind your behavior is causing me distress

It doesn't seem you'll ever be satisfied
You appear to have no desire for contentment

Your being fanatic
You are obsessively committed to this behavior

Like there's nothing to lose
As if there are no consequences to your behavior