Riz started writing his deeply personal songs at age 12, and later paid his way through college through touring. During his sophomore year, he had a major break when Mod Sun invited Riz to join him on a 35-date run also featuring blackbear. That tour hugely broadened Riz’s diehard following, many of whom have shown their love and gratitude via tattoos of Call Me Karizma’s logo and lyrics.
Darkness
Call Me Karizma Lyrics
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You're basically the reason that I'm hatin' my life
You're basically the achin' pain I feel every night
You're takin' me to places that I really don't like
Why you only call me when you're lonely
Text me when you're bored or 1 AM or when you're horny
Feelin' like you feel me only when I feel your body
Yeah, I'm sick in my head
Really sick of bein' sick in the head
Sick of stickin' with the asses you gon' step out of bed
When you slide into my DMs and you rip me to shreds (to shreds)
Every woman in my life's gone
Tara, Sarah, Emily will never be the ones (Nah)
Scared I'll be alone forever, guess I need a gun
'Cause I ain't got a shot at being happy if you're not (not)
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
Black and I'm blue and hopin' you're havin' it too
You've broken my back and my heart and everything hasn't improved (No, no)
You've broken my trust and promised you wouldn't again
But once you're a cheater, you'll always be that way 'till the end
So here I am, 3 AM, thinkin' 'bout you (You)
I don't fucking care that's a lie, 'cause I do (I do)
Cross my heart, poke my eye blurry out my view
'Cause truthfully you suck and I don't wanna see the truth
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
(Can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain!!)
(Can't see the scars, but I still feel the feel the feel the!!)
You are the poison in my air
You tend to kill me, but I need you if you care
I wanna die, die, die
But you're keepin' me alive, live, live
You are the tar inside my lungs
You are my lullaby, but our last song's been sung
I hope you die, die, die
But I'm keepin' you alive, live, live
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
The song "Darkness" by Call Me Karizma is a powerful and emotional depiction of a toxic relationship. The lyrics address the feelings of frustration and pain caused by someone who only reaches out when they need something or when they feel lonely. The singer expresses how this person has not only caused them mental and emotional pain but has also left scars that they still feel even though no one can see them.
The use of the word "Darkness" in the chorus is an interesting choice, as it conveys a sense of comfort and safety despite the pain and isolation the singer feels. It is as if darkness is a cocoon that offers protection from the outside world, even though it cannot fix the person's inner turmoil. The lyrics also express the singer's desire to die because of the pain they are experiencing, but they are simultaneously being kept alive by the person causing them the pain. This is a complex and contradictory sentiment that shows how intense and bewildering toxic relationships can be.
In summary, the lyrics of "Darkness" show a person trying to cope with the emotional and physical scars inflicted on them by a toxic relationship. The sense of hopelessness and despair is palpable, but the song also conveys a message of seeking comfort in the darkness, even when the pain cannot be erased.
Line by Line Meaning
Hi, you're wastin' my time
You are taking up my time with your presence
You're basically the reason that I'm hatin' my life
You are a significant source of negativity in my life
You're basically the achin' pain I feel every night
You cause me a great deal of emotional pain that I feel every night
You're takin' me to places that I really don't like
You are leading me down paths that bring me discomfort and unhappiness
Why you only call me when you're lonely
You only reach out to me when you are feeling lonely
Text me when you're bored or 1 AM or when you're horny
You contact me when you are experiencing boredom, a desire to engage in sexual activity, or in the middle of the night
Feelin' like you feel me only when I feel your body
You seem to only show any kind of care for me when we are being physical
Then you only want me when you know you ain't got me (Got me)
You only show interest in me when I am not available to you
Yeah, I'm sick in my head
I am struggling with mental health challenges
Really sick of bein' sick in the head
I am finding it exhausting to continuously deal with these mental struggles
Sick of stickin' with the asses you gon' step out of bed
I am tired of being with partners who eventually cheat on me
When you slide into my DMs and you rip me to shreds (to shreds)
When you message me privately and insult me or attack me
Every woman in my life's gone
I have lost every significant woman in my life
Tara, Sarah, Emily will never be the ones (Nah)
These women will not be the ones to stay by my side
Scared I'll be alone forever, guess I need a gun
I am afraid of being alone for the rest of my life and am expressing a desire to harm myself
'Cause I ain't got a shot at being happy if you're not (not)
I do not believe I have the opportunity to feel happy without your presence in my life
Black and I'm blue and hopin' you're havin' it too
I am feeling deeply sad and physically hurt and I wish you were experiencing the same
You've broken my back and my heart and everything hasn't improved (No, no)
You have caused me significant emotional and physical pain and my life has not gotten better as a result
You've broken my trust and promised you wouldn't again
You have violated my trust and made promises to never do so again
But once you're a cheater, you'll always be that way 'till the end
I believe that once someone cheats, they will continue to do so for the rest of their life
So here I am, 3 AM, thinkin' 'bout you (You)
I am up at 3 AM thinking about you
I don't fucking care that's a lie, 'cause I do (I do)
I am lying to myself when I say I do not care about you
Cross my heart, poke my eye blurry out my view
I am expressing a strong desire to remove you from my life
'Cause truthfully you suck and I don't wanna see the truth
I know you are not good for me, but I am resistant to accepting that reality
You are the poison in my air
Your presence in my life is causing me harm
You tend to kill me, but I need you if you care
You are causing me emotional harm, but I am attached to you and your attention
I wanna die, die, die
I am feeling incredibly suicidal
But you're keepin' me alive, live, live
Despite my desire to die, you are keeping me going
You are the tar inside my lungs
You are a source of harm and pain in my life
You are my lullaby, but our last song's been sung
You used to bring me comfort, but that time in my life is over
I hope you die, die, die
I am expressing a desire for you to experience harm or death
But I'm keepin' you alive, live, live
Despite my negative feelings towards you, I am still attached to you and keeping you in my life
Darkness, Darkness, wrap me in your arms
I am expressing a desire to be consumed by darkness and negativity
Even though you leave here or there when we're apart
Even when you are not physically present, your negative impact on my life remains
You can't see my scars, they finally went away
My emotional scars are not visible anymore
You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain
Although my emotional scars may not be visible, I am still struggling with pain
(Can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain!!)
I am emphasizing the fact that although my pain may not be visible, it is still very real to me
(Can't see the scars, but I still feel the feel the feel the!!)
I am repeating the idea that my pain is not visible, but it is still very present in my life
Contributed by Arianna N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Moonlight
gosh, even after so many years, this is my favorite song from him.
Alana Lubach
"Darkness, darkness wrap me in your arms. Even though you leave you're there when we're apart. You can't see the scars, they finally went away. You can't see the scars, but I still feel the pain." So undeniably true! I hated admitting it, but it was a big part of my life.
Isa Cheesa
the love i have for this song is insane
One Oak
FINALLY FOUND IT !! A song that matches my thoughts about darkness...
alanna loosen
This song describes how i feel everyday
Adrian Hogue
I loveeee this song... You should do more!!
Its_NightWolf
Right in the damn feels ....
Devon Sandner
Where in he'll has this guy been hiding? Holy shit he's spot on!
Alice
damn I love this song so much😜so relatable
Doodle Me Dead
The emo is strong here.
I love it.