Paranoia
B.O.T.H. Lyrics


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Numb the pain away, yeah

I'm done with all these meds, so I just sip the pain away
I'm done with all these feds now they just make me feel unsafe
Its rippin' me to shreds how you still fuckin' play these games
Nowadays there are no friends that I am trying to make

Paranoia never leaves me, swear that shit's a curse
The Devil on my shoulder, yeah he's been there since the dirt
So I had to get to work, wearing a blue collar shirt
She just want designer purse, had to get that shit for her

I'm done with all these meds, so I just sip the pain away
I'm done with all these feds now they just make me feel unsafe
Its rippin' me to shreds how you still fuckin' play these games
Nowadays there are no friends that I am trying to make

Paranoia never leaves me, swear that shit's a curse
The Devil on my shoulder, yeah he's been there since the dirt
So I had to get to work, wearing a blue collar shirt
She just want designer purse, had to get that shit for her

But I tell myself it's fine
This just how we were designed
We can't control how stars align
Guess I'm stuck losing my mi-ind-ind, yeah

From all the knives stabbed in my back, I'm always thinking twice
What happened to "I got your back" and simply being nice?
Here's a lesson of advice: out of sight is out of mind
So I left you out of sight
Still i'm running through red lights
Wishing they were someone's brights
Need someone to read my rights
Rules and regs just ain't my type
Trip a fuse then let it ignite
Mix a lil' syrup in my Sprite
Up all night tryna find the light
No, I never been afraid of heights
So going up it just feels right

From all the knives stabbed in my back, I'm always thinking twice
What happened to "I got your back" and simply being nice?
Here's a lesson of advice: out of sight is out of mind
So I left you out of sight
Still i'm running through red lights
Wishing they were someone's brights
Need someone to read my rights
Rules and regs just ain't my type
Trip a fuse then let it ignite
Mix a lil' syrup in my Sprite
Up all night tryna find the light
No, I never been afraid of heights
So going up it just feels right

But I tell myself it's fine
This just how we were designed
We can't control how stars align
Guess I'm stuck losing my mi-ind-ind, yeah

I'm done with all these meds, so I just sip the pain away
I'm done with all these feds now they just make me feel unsafe
Its rippin' me to shreds how you still fuckin' play these games
Nowadays there are no friends that I am trying to make

Paranoia never leaves me, swear that shit's a curse
The Devil on my shoulder, yeah he's been there since the dirt
So I had to get to work, wearing a blue collar shirt
She just want designer purse, had to get that shit for her





Had to get that shit for her

Overall Meaning

In B.O.T.H.'s song "Paranoia," the singer talks about how he numbs his pain and copes with his fears through substance use. He admits he is done with medications and now sips his pain away. He also discusses how the presence of authorities and the games people play makes him feel unsafe. The singer seems to be grappling with trust issues, as he laments the lack of genuine friendships in his life. He describes the burden of paranoia as a curse that never leaves him and admits that he constantly feels the devil on his shoulder.


The singer seems to be aware of the negative cycle he is in, and how it is ruining his life. He discusses the need to work in order to provide for his partner and the stress this brings him. He describes feeling betrayed by friends and finding it hard to trust people. Despite the pain and burden he is carrying, he tells himself that everything will be okay, and sometimes takes the risk for some sort of release.


Overall, "Paranoia" depicts the struggles of those dealing with psychological issues, substance use, and the challenges of trusting others. It shows how people can spiral downward and try to cope through self-medicating, but it also highlights the hope that things can get better.


Line by Line Meaning

Numb the pain away, yeah
I resort to drinking to escape the emotional pain.


I'm done with all these meds, so I just sip the pain away
I'm no longer taking medication, so I turn to drinking.


I'm done with all these feds now they just make me feel unsafe
I no longer trust authority figures, they make me feel vulnerable.


Its rippin' me to shreds how you still fuckin' play these games
I'm hurt by your deceitful behavior and how you continue to manipulate me.


Nowadays there are no friends that I am trying to make
I've lost faith in the idea of making meaningful friendships.


Paranoia never leaves me, swear that shit's a curse
I'm constantly paranoid and it feels like a never-ending affliction.


The Devil on my shoulder, yeah he's been there since the dirt
My inner demons have been present for as long as I can remember.


So I had to get to work, wearing a blue collar shirt
I have to work hard to overcome my struggles, even if it means taking on a low-paying job.


She just want designer purse, had to get that shit for her
I feel pressure to provide for the materialistic desires of others, even if it's financially straining for me.


But I tell myself it's fine
I try to convince myself that everything will be okay.


This just how we were designed
Accepting the struggles we face is a part of human nature.


We can't control how stars align
We cannot control external forces, like fate or destiny.


Guess I'm stuck losing my mi-ind-ind, yeah
I feel trapped and losing my sanity.


From all the knives stabbed in my back, I'm always thinking twice
I'm wary of being betrayed and have trouble trusting others.


What happened to "I got your back" and simply being nice?
I question why people can't be honest and supportive instead of manipulative and selfish.


Here's a lesson of advice: out of sight is out of mind
If I don't see someone, I won't think about them and the hurt they caused me.


Still i'm running through red lights
I take risks and make impulsive decisions without considering the consequences.


Wishing they were someone's brights
I wish someone else would guide me and give me direction.


Need someone to read my rights
I feel like I need someone to protect me and my rights.


Rules and regs just ain't my type
I struggle with following strict rules and prefer to live freely.


Trip a fuse then let it ignite
I have a tendency to overreact and let my emotions get the best of me.


Mix a lil' syrup in my Sprite
I mix alcohol or other drugs with my drink to cope with my emotions.


Up all night tryna find the light
I desperately search for a solution to my problems, even if it means staying up all night.


No, I never been afraid of heights
I'm not afraid of risks or danger and am willing to take on challenges.


So going up it just feels right
Moving forward with challenges gives me a sense of purpose and accomplishment.


Had to get that shit for her
I feel pressure to provide for the materialistic desires of others, even if it's financially straining for me.




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Written by: Hunter Rajkowski

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