Open Up
Atticus Ross/Korn/Matrix Lyrics

What were you thinking?
The singer is questioning the listener's thought process and actions.

I guess I'll never know
The singer acknowledges that they may never fully understand the listener's motive.

See your eyes blinking, pupils begin to grow
The singer observes changes in the listener's physical responses and assumes they are under the influence of something.

Killing you softly
The artist is manipulating the listener's thoughts and behavior in a subtle way, similar to the effect of a slow-acting poison.

Pulling you in
The artist is exerting a force, such as hypnotism, to lure the listener towards a certain direction.

Making your mind up of whats sick or a sin
The singer is influencing the listener's sense of morality and values.

Open up now, Let it all go
The singer urges the listener to divulge their inner thoughts and feelings openly.

I'm quite certain, Say it ain't so
The artist expresses confidence in their assumptions about the listener's behavior but wishes to be proven wrong.

You're corrupted by some sick fuck, Oh no
The artist accuses someone of having a negative impact on the listener's well-being and/or moral values.

Head in the sky, Pierce the tongue that keeps telling lies
The artist advises the listener to aim high and confront those who speak untruthfully.

Still, it's in my mouth, You breathe in but can't breathe out
The singer feels burdened holding onto secrets that prevent them from being able to communicate effectively.

What you been taking, It makes you talk real slow, How come I'm thinking you'd be the last to know (you'd be the last to know)
The artist questions the listener's substance intake and wonders why they are not fully aware of its effects on themselves.

Choking you gently, Gaining control, Hand you the shovel, To dig your own hole
The singer is exerting a subtle yet firm control over the listener, leading them towards self-destruction.