Mouth
Breathing Fire Lyrics
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I open my mouth.
Good sense abandoned.
Betrayed by humility.
Dare to mention insecure.
Devote attention.
Knife from cheek to cheek.
Stitch my lips.
I've the least to say but I'm always heard
The lyrics of "Mouth" by Breathing Fire suggest a disconnect between what one wants to say and what one feels they can say. The singer is struggling with insecurity and a sense of vulnerability, which leads them to keep their mouth shut for self-preservation. However, despite the risks of being judged or misunderstood, they still find themselves speaking out. This impulse to speak, even when it might be unwise, is motivated by a desire for attention and validation, rooted in a deep sense of inadequacy.
The singer's mention of a "knife from cheek to cheek" implies a sense of violence, as though speaking out is almost physically painful. The metaphorical image of "stitching" their lips suggests a desire to suppress their words, but ultimately they feel like they are drowning in silence. Despite feeling like they have "the least to say," the singer is paradoxically always heard, suggesting that their attempts at self-preservation only draw more attention to them.
Overall, "Mouth" speaks to the complexity of communication and the challenges of navigating one's own emotions and vulnerabilities in a world that can be harsh and critical.
Line by Line Meaning
Should keep mine sealed shut.
I should stay quiet and not speak up.
I open my mouth.
Despite knowing it could lead to trouble, I begin to speak.
Good sense abandoned.
I ignore my better judgement and speak impulsively.
Betrayed by humility.
My attempt at being humble has caused me to second-guess myself and speak without confidence.
Dare to mention insecure.
I risk exposing my insecurities by bringing them up in conversation.
Devote attention.
I focus all my energy on what I'm saying, ignoring everything else around me.
Knife from cheek to cheek.
My words cut like a knife, causing pain and discomfort.
Stitch my lips.
I wish I could take back what I said and keep my mouth shut.
Drown my words.
I regret speaking and wish I could undo the damage that has been done.
I've the least to say but I'm always heard.
Despite having nothing important to add to the conversation, I always make my presence known and my voice heard.
Contributed by Brayden S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Danny Samuel
WARNING! Do not breathe in through your mouth while you have the paraffin in your mouth. You can asperate it into your lungs and get chemical pneumonia. I breathe fire and used to teach people to do it and never thought about this, but one of the people I was teaching did not breathe through her nose and was down for a couple of weeks.
one
It's fine my mouth are like pincers
Danny Samuel
@C. Carey not in a hospital or bed ridden, but miserable for a few weeks. It presented a bit like bronchitis.
C. Carey
can you elaborate on "down"?
mcdingers
teach me your ways
trace tassie
@romaniangypsy so whats the point of your reply?
Chris Petersen
151 proof rum or other similar alcohol works pretty well, and isn't nearly as toxic as lamp oil (or as dangerous if you accidentally inhale a bit into your lungs, like those powders would be).
Nathan Prkr
“That’s gross, lets do it again!”
Literally my entire life in one sentence
Murl Harmon
Well you have raised an interesting point on Fire Breathing. Can you use rendered animal fat (tallow) instead of lamp oil? What about Fish Oil? Plant oil? The list just keeps getting bigger!
Dakota Ray Livingston
Murl Harmon I started out with vegi oil. Less dangerous, can absorb into your body without as much harm, and you don't have to worry about flashback near as much.