August
C O L T S Lyrics
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Dim lights, trails of white
Slow night, quick minds
Fall in or fall behind
Teeth rips sheets of skin
Throat drips deep within
Wanton self-medication
You won′t believe the state that I'm in
Eyes blind, straight lines
Street lights, skies of white
Long night, slow minds
Fall out or fall behind
Teeth grind lips on tin
Throat dries deep within
Lack of self preservation
You won′t believe the state that I'm in
The lyrics to C O L T S's song August paint a picture of a night of self-destructive behavior. The first verse sets the scene with "eyes wide" and "straight lines" likely referencing drug use. The dim lights and trails of white suggest a hazy atmosphere, and the quick minds and slow night indicate a sense of urgency, perhaps to escape reality or to numb pain. The line "fall in or fall behind" suggests a notion of conformity or a desire to fit in with a specific crowd, even if it means engaging in harmful behavior.
The second verse contrasts the first with "eyes blind" and "street lights" evoking a darker and more dangerous setting. The teeth grinding against lips on tin could represent nervousness or anxiety, while the throat drying deep within could suggest a sense of emptiness or a loss of control. The lack of self-preservation in the second verse indicates a potential downward spiral or lack of desire to take care of oneself.
Ultimately, the lyrics of August are a reflection of the struggles and pain that can come with addiction and self-destructive behavior. The repetition of the line "you won't believe the state that I'm in" underscores a sense of disbelief or regret at the situation the singer finds themselves in.
Line by Line Meaning
Eyes wide, straight lines
My eyes are open wide, but everything I see is monotonous and lacks excitement.
Dim lights, trails of white
The lighting is poor and there are long lines of white that blur my vision and dampen my senses.
Slow night, quick minds
The night is progressing slowly, but my thoughts and emotions are racing at a rapid pace.
Fall in or fall behind
I have to adapt and conform to my surroundings or risk being left behind.
Teeth rips sheets of skin
My teeth are gnashing and tearing at my own skin, signifying the physical manifestation of my inner turmoil.
Throat drips deep within
My throat is dry and parched from the depths of my emotional state.
Wanton self-medication
I am desperately seeking means of self-medication to alleviate my pain and distress.
You won′t believe the state that I'm in
I am in such a severe state of despair that it is hard to believe the extent of my suffering.
Writer(s): Adam Head, James Gatling
Contributed by Gabriel C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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