Drown
Carlos Elsel Lyrics
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Then threw the key where I can
See it
In case I don't appreciate
The luxuries that I hoard
Dear
The one thing I'm not sure about
Is if I even deserve them
And try to get my shit in
Order
Like paring socks was meant to help
My neurological
Disorder
And you may think you've got the cure
But you're gonna get infected
So you better think twice
Before I drag you down,
Before I drown,
Before I drag you down
And drown...
Drown...
A million skeletons to hide,
I'm not proud of half the things
I've done
Yet if you'd looked into my eyes
You wouldn't see a hint of shame
Or remorse
And if I were to live again,
It's safe to say
I wouldn't change a thing
So you better think twice,
Take your angels advice,
Before I drag you down,
Before I drown,
Before I drag you down
And drown...
Drown...
Drown...
Drown...
Drown...
Drown...
The lyrics of Carlos Elsel's song "Drown" represent a person's struggles with their own insecurities, past actions, and their inability to change. The song starts with the line "I tailor-made this golden cage," which suggests that the person has created a comfortable but confining environment for themselves. They have everything they need but can't seem to enjoy it fully. The line "The luxuries that I hoard" indicates that the person has a lot of material possessions but is still not content.
The next set of lyrics, "The one thing I'm not sure about, is if I even deserve them," shows the person's self-doubt and lack of self-worth. They feel guilty for having all these luxuries and wonder if they even deserve them. The line "Like paring socks was meant to help my neurological disorder" is a metaphor for the person trying to find ways to fix themselves but not being able to.
The chorus of the song, "Before I drag you down, Before I drown," shows that the person is aware of their negative behavior and doesn't want to bring anyone else down with them. The line "A million skeletons to hide, I'm not proud of half the things I've done" indicates that the person has done some wrong in the past and has a lot of regret.
The final lines of the song, "And if I were to live again, It's safe to say, I wouldn't change a thing," show the person's acceptance of themselves and their past actions. The person has come to terms with their mistakes and doesn't regret anything.
Overall, the lyrics of "Drown" convey a feeling of internal struggle, self-doubt, and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
I tailor-made this golden cage
I have created and designed my own confined lifestyle that is decorated with riches and luxury.
Then threw the key where I can see it
I intentionally placed the key to my cage somewhere visible as a reminder of my abundance.
In case I don't appreciate the luxuries that I hoard dear
I keep the key around just in case I don't value the materialistic things that I possess.
The one thing I'm not sure about is if I even deserve them
I have doubts questioning whether I deserve all of the luxuries that I'm surrounded by.
I often times get insecure and try to get my shit in order
I have moments of self-doubt and insecurity and attempt to establish control and organization in my life.
Like paring socks was meant to help my neurological disorder
I engage in mundane tasks like sorting socks in order to calm myself and help ease any inner turmoil I may have.
And you may think you've got the cure, but you're gonna get infected
Others may try to provide solutions or fixes to my insecurities, but I warn them that they may become entangled in my struggles.
So you better think twice before I drag you down, before I drown
I caution others to reconsider the consequence of getting caught up in my self-doubt and emotional struggles that may lead to them being pulled down with me.
A million skeletons to hide, I'm not proud of half the things I've done
I have countless secret and shameful things I'd like to keep hidden, and I am not proud of some of the actions I have taken in the past.
Yet if you'd looked into my eyes, you wouldn't see a hint of shame or remorse
Despite my past mistakes and ongoing struggles, I've become adept at concealing my shame and regret. My exterior remains calm and collected.
And if I were to live again, it's safe to say I wouldn't change a thing
If I had the chance to live my life over again, I know I'd make the same mistakes and repeat my past choices.
Before I drag you down, before I drown
I reiterate that others should be cautious before getting involved in my internal struggle and being pulled into despair with me.
Drown...
Repeated use of 'drown' throughout the song emphasizes the feeling of being overwhelmed and potentially consumed by my struggles and past mistakes.
Writer(s): Carlos Elsel Martínez De Velasco
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