Plastic
Anomalyst Lyrics
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You get so caught up in your pride
"Who am I? A martyr in disguise?
Or just another sacrifice?"
"Am I pretending to be somebody else?"
The plastic man said through the glass
"Why do I? Change for them instead?
Will it bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
Will it bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
Tiny drops into plastic cup
The plastic man said through the glass
"You and I change for them instead
Why can't we change for ourselves."
Will I bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
Will I bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
I break it down
Will I bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
Will I bring myself out?
Or will I break it down
I break it down
I break it down
The lyrics to Anomalyst's song Plastic speak to the struggle of maintaining individuality and identity in a society that often pressures people to conform and change for others. The first verse sets the opening tone, discussing the disappointment that comes with realizing that not all "lights," or people, shine as brightly as they seem to. The lines "You get so caught up in your pride / "Who am I? A martyr in disguise? / Or just another sacrifice?" suggest that the singer is questioning whether their own efforts to stand out and express themselves in a world that values uniformity are worth the potential loss or harm that may come with it.
The chorus poses the central question of the song: "Will it bring myself out? / Or will I break it down?" The plastic man's words ("Am I pretending to be somebody else?" "Why do I change for them instead? / Why can't I change for myself?") invite listeners to further consider the effects of societal pressure and whether one's actions and choices truly align with their own desires and values. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the weight of this decision and the hesitation that may come with it.
The final verse expands the conversation to include others, with the plastic man stating, "You and I change for them instead / Why can't we change for ourselves." The use of "we" emphasizes the universality of this struggle and emphasizes the importance of seeking inner fulfillment rather than external validation. The repetition of the chorus at the end of the song implies that this is an ongoing challenge that requires constant reflection and effort to overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
All the lights, they never really shine
The glitter and glamour of the world can be deceiving and ultimately not as fulfilling as it appears.
You get so caught up in your pride
It's easy to become absorbed in one's ego and forget about the importance of true self-reflection.
"Who am I? A martyr in disguise? Or just another sacrifice?"
It's difficult to decipher one's true identity, and whether it's worthwhile to make sacrifices for others or whether it's just a facade.
"Am I pretending to be somebody else?"
There's a possibility that one may be living a false persona and not truly being their authentic self.
The plastic man said through the glass
The artist refers to themselves as a plastic man, who may appear polished or flawless, but is ultimately empty and unfulfilled.
"Why do I? Change for them instead? Why can't I change for myself?"
It's easy to change oneself to fit in with society or please others, but it's more important to change for personal growth and fulfillment.
Tiny drops into plastic cup
The insignificant amount of liquid falling into a plastic cup symbolizes the emptiness and lack of true substance in materialistic things.
"You and I change for them instead Why can't we change for ourselves."
People tend to change to fit into societal norms or to please others, but it's important to prioritize personal growth and change for oneself.
Will I bring myself out? Or will I break it down
The artist is questioning whether they can overcome their false facade and reveal their true self or whether they will crumble under the weight of their own lies and insecurities.
I break it down
The artist is choosing to confront their inner struggles and demolish their false self in order to become their true self.
Contributed by Elijah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.