ANTIDOTE
Calibre Lyrics

the shot - i need the antidote - shot - gimme the antidote
The singer is addicted to a drug and is in need of a cure. They ask for the drug and the cure, indicating their mixed feelings about the situation.

the shot - i want the antidote - i guess i need a lot
The singer expresses a strong desire for the cure, but recognizes that they may need a significant amount in order to overcome their addiction.

this is a f**king addict - where you bring on designer dearth
The singer is describing a situation where addiction is common and almost encouraged, with a particular focus on the role of drugs in the fashion industry.

it comes an' breeds dependency just about everywhere
The artist acknowledges that addiction is a widespread problem that affects many people in many different contexts.

you hand out on the free shots to cover me, 'n' hover me
The artist suggests that there are those who enable addiction, perhaps by providing free drugs, and that addicts may feel protected in this environment.

ah hell, then you set up a factory
The singer implies that the addiction industry is intentionally designed to keep people hooked, with a clear focus on profit rather than on the well-being of individuals.

f**k yeah - you're leaning on the going rates
The singer expresses frustration with the way that addiction is normalized and even celebrated in some circles, suggesting that there is a clear market for drugs that is being exploited.

the keeper of the code, the filter at the gates
The artist alludes to those who control access to drugs, perhaps medical professionals or regulatory bodies, implying that their decisions have a significant impact on addiction rates.

you play a crystal part in throwing off the weights
The artist suggests that those who enable addiction are complicit in the harm that it causes, perhaps by downplaying its risks or ignoring its consequences.

and every passive monitor collaborates
The artist implies that those who observe addiction but do not take action to address it are also contributing to the problem, either out of complacency or fear of repercussions.

transistors are asphyxiant
The singer uses technical language to describe how addiction can suffocate a person, likening the experience to a lack of oxygen caused by a malfunctioning device.

the screens are blistering like they're effervescent
The artist describes the negative impact of addiction on both physical and mental health, suggesting that it can cause discomfort and pain that seems to bubble up from within the body.

these agents have a go at... at the gathering
The singer suggests that those who profit from addiction are actively pursuing new customers, perhaps through marketing or other strategies designed to increase demand for drugs.

of raw radiation poisoning
The singer alludes to the serious health risks associated with addiction, implying that it can be as deadly as exposure to radiation.

this is f**king traffic - where the factory lines engage
The singer describes the addiction industry as a kind of industrialized process, suggesting that there are clear production lines and a steady flow of drugs that is difficult to resist.

where the moral men don't ever get to centre stage
The artist laments the fact that those who are opposed to addiction or those who wish to do the right thing are often ignored or marginalized in the context of the addiction industry.

where the artery feels like it is not
The artist suggests that addiction can make a person feel disconnected from their own body or their own sense of self, perhaps referencing the way that drugs can alter mood and perception.

and then they pack you with a phat shot
The singer implies that addiction can be a violent and forceful experience, perhaps referencing the way that drugs are often administered without consent or against the will of the user.

ah yeah - there's death on the wind again
The singer alludes to the serious risks associated with addiction, perhaps referencing the way that some drugs can be fatally toxic or cause other serious health problems.

countless anarchists addicted to arrangement
The artist acknowledges that addiction knows no bounds, affecting people from all walks of life including those who might seem unlikely candidates for drug abuse.

syringe, the shot, the right dose of the product
The artist highlights the tools and processes involved in addiction, emphasizing the way that drugs are often administered using needles, syringes, or other paraphernalia.

and then they beat you till you're comatose
The artist describes the physical toll that addiction can take on a person, suggesting that it can leave them unconscious or unresponsive to the world around them.

the quintessence of diligence
The singer employs lofty language to suggest that addiction is a kind of intense and dedicated pursuit, although in reality it is a destructive and pointless habit.

nothing more compulsive than my common sense
The artist reflects on their own addiction, acknowledging that it has become an all-consuming force that they find difficult to resist or control.

you got to beat the doors of liberation
The singer suggests that addiction can be overcome, although it may require a concerted effort to break free of its grasp and find a different path in life.

tacit subordinates - with your dismal pamphlets
The singer mocks those who try to prevent addiction by distributing informational materials or pamphlets, suggesting that their efforts are inadequate or unhelpful.

why even post the bills - f**k that, these are poison pills
The singer suggests that advertising or information campaigns surrounding addiction can be misleading or even harmful, perhaps by glamorizing drug use or failing to provide adequate warnings about the risks involved.

the settler sets the scene - it's filled with atropine
The artist suggests that the societal context in which addiction takes place is also important, and that factors such as poverty, trauma, or social inequality may contribute to the prevalence of drug abuse.

turns out that all is counterfeit - i waste your f**king hit
The artist reflects on the false promises of addiction, suggesting that the high or other benefits promised by drug use are ultimately illusory and that the experience is ultimately pointless or even damaging.

the shot - why not become the poison - shot - that bears the antidote
The singer suggests that the cure for addiction may actually lie within the addiction itself, perhaps by using drugs to wean oneself off of other substances or by finding a way to address the deeper emotional or psychological issues driving the desire to use drugs.

the shot - why not become the poison - antidote
The singer continues to explore the idea of turning addiction on its head, suggesting that it may be possible to use drugs in a way that actually helps to counteract the negative effects of addiction over the long term.