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BRXKENBXY Lyrics

You think that you know me
The listener assumes they understand the singer's character and tendencies.

You don't know a damn thing
The singer wants to convey how the listener's perceptions of them are grossly incorrect.

How am i supposed to like like this
The singer feels they cannot continue living their current life while concealing who they truly are.

I'm hiding everything
The artist feels they must keep secrets from everyone in their life.

If i don't wake up then could you blame me
The artist is implying that they would have no control over their own suicide if they were to commit the act.

If i don't wake up would you replace me
The singer questions how their loved ones would feel if they were to pass away, as well as if they would ever be truly replaced or forgotten.

The thing about my life is that it's almost over
The singer acknowledges that their time on earth is limited and that they may not have much longer to live.

Cause if i ever make it ima kill myself
The artist reveals that they believe the only way they could provide financially for their family is by becoming famous and earning lots of money, ultimately leading to suicide.

Just to let my mama have some bread
The artist expresses that their primary goal in life is to provide for their family, particularly their mother.

I've been broke my whole life
The artist has struggled financially their entire life.

But everyone sells when they're dead
The singer believes that their music will not be appreciated until long after they are dead, as is the case with many influential musicians throughout history.

She told me it's so sad that i think like that
Someone close to the artist has expressed their concern for the artist's bleak outlook on life and their suicidal tendencies.

I don't see another way out though
The singer feels trapped and hopeless, unable to find any other solution to their problems.

She told me that she cares but she can't come back
Someone has expressed their care and support for the singer, but they are unable to physically be there for them due to circumstances beyond their control.

It's my fault because i hide myself
The singer acknowledges that they are at fault for not being able to express their true self to others and therefore receiving help and support.

If you really knew me you would hate me
The artist believes that if others knew the whole truth about them, they would not be accepted or loved by anyone.

That's why everybody wanna change me
The artist feels that people want to change them to a version that is more likable and socially acceptable.

If you really want me shorty take me
The singer questions the true motives of someone who claims to love them and wants to be with them, asking if they are willing to love and accept them for who they truly are.

You don't love me baby girl you love the fake me
The singer implies that the person they are addressing does not love their true self, but instead the persona that the singer puts on for others.