Beneath The Surface
As Blood Runs Black Lyrics

Judged by appearance, and misspoken words
People are often judged based on how they look or what they say without any regard for who they truly are

Not the content of one's character, just by what you heard
Judging someone based on rumors or hearsay is unfair and unproductive

Have you heard of rumors?
Rumors are often spread without any regard for their accuracy and can cause harm

Some clash with lies
Rumors can often conflict with each other and can be entirely false

One degrades another out of despite
Spreading rumors about someone can be done maliciously and out of spite

Inhumanity
Judging someone unfairly and spreading rumors is a sign of a lack of humanity and empathy

[chant:] how can one Claim to be perfect despite the things he has done
It is hypocritical to claim perfection while also making mistakes and being flawed as a human being

[chant:] how can one Be so blind to see, you're no fucking different than me Different than me
It is foolish to think that other people are fundamentally different and that one is above reproach

Maybe it's me, I'm not trying to change the world
The artist is not trying to fix everything but will work on themselves

But actions speak louder than words
It is more important to show improvement through actions than to merely talk about it

And all in time I'll learn from the mistakes that are mine
The singer recognizes their past errors and is committed to learning from them

But I won't forget those mistakes done unto me Done unto me
The artist has also been the victim of unfair judgment and will not forget those experiences

Who am I to judge, use judgmental words?
The singer questions their own ability and right to judge others and use harsh language about them

What matters is appearance?
The singer questions whether superficial qualities are the most important factors in judging someone

Or what you heard?
The singer questions whether rumors and hearsay are reliable sources of information

Live by what you have and believe
It is important to live according to your own values and beliefs

Judge by appearance, and misspoken words, Not the content of one's character, just by what you heard
The artist is repeating the theme of the song about how judging others unfairly can be harmful and unproductive

Out of despite
Spreading rumors or judging someone harshly can often be motivated by spite and malice

I'm human
The singer acknowledges their humanity and imperfection despite their efforts to improve

I'm not perfect just like you
The artist reminds the listener that everyone is flawed and should not be held to impossibly high standards