Cavetown has become increasingly popular on YouTube from a combination of both these original songs and covers that he has produced and uploaded. This has allowed him to perform gigs in the UK both locally and nationally, and also in other parts of the world such as California, USA.
Poison
Cavetown Lyrics
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Release my neck, If you can
You don't have to be like that
Don't be afraid, There's nothing strange
It's not a trap
But there's cars coming closer
Poisoning my food
And putting drugs inside my water
There's ghosts in my house
And I can taste blood in my mouth
Don't be afraid, I'm not insane
Just irrational, but isn't that the same?
The song "Poison" by Cavetown is a ballad about the struggles of mental health and how it can be perceived by others. The lyrics reference feeling trapped and suffocated, "Untie my hands, Release my neck," while someone else is in control. The singer tries to assure the listener that they are not crazy, just irrational, as if to justify their feelings. They plead with their audience not to be afraid and that there is nothing strange happening, even though they reference being poisoned and haunted by ghosts. This duality of wanting to be seen as rational while also struggling with anxiety or paranoia is a common theme throughout the song.
The lyrics also reference a fear of persecution and the sense that someone is out to get them. The singer mentions poisoned food and water, and the feeling of being run over by cars. These references are likely metaphors for feeling attacked or threatened by those around them. The fear of being persecuted can be a symptom of anxiety or paranoia and is a theme that resonates with many people who struggle with mental health.
Overall, "Poison" is a poignant and relatable song that addresses the struggles of mental health and the complexities of navigating these feelings with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Ease your breath, Untie my hands
Please calm down and release me from being constrained
Release my neck, If you can
If possible, please let go of my neck
You don't have to be like that
You do not have to behave in such a harmful manner
Don't be afraid, There's nothing strange
Do not feel scared, what is happening is not abnormal
It's not a trap
This is not a deceptive situation
But there's cars coming closer
Automobiles are approaching my location
And I think they're trying to run me over
I believe they are aiming to harm me with their vehicles
Poisoning my food
Someone is contaminating my meals with toxic substances
And putting drugs inside my water
Someone is placing illicit drugs in my beverages
There's ghosts in my house
Supernatural entities are inhabiting my residence
And I can taste blood in my mouth
I am experiencing an unpleasant sensation of blood in my oral cavity
Don't be afraid, I'm not insane
Please do not fear me, I am not mentally unwell
Just irrational, but isn't that the same?
I may be illogical, but is there a significant difference from being insane?
Contributed by Jackson R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ZelanteVR
Lyrics:
Ease your breath
Untie my hands
Release my neck
If you can
You don't have to be like that
Don't be afraid
There's nothing strange
It's not a trap
But there's cars coming closer and I think they're trying to run me over
Poision in my food and putting drugs inside my water
There's ghost in my house
And I can taste blood in my mouth
Don't be afraid, I'm not insane just irrational, but isn't that the same?
(Sorry if I got wrote the verses wrong I don't really know how to write verses but the lyrics are right)
@alkersey2887
For me, this song exposes the true silliness of anxiety and paranoia. Like the conversations I have with myself in my brain, or trying to explain my thought process to someone else. "Yes, I know it's irrational, I know I'm irrational, but I can't just let it go. Maybe that's what makes it, or me insane.". It's also written really well, not just the lyrics, but the instrumentals too. It almost feels wrong being able to listen to it for free, to be honest. Definatily one of my favorites off of the album. ❤❤❤
@coffeebean8233
thisisnotally I know exactly what you mean. I'm insane too. I thought I was the only one.
@paintpaws4art327
I can totally get where you're coming from, I know how it feels to have those voices in my head, and have those conversations. With my conversations, I feel like I don't belong, and I feel like I'm the only insane person that I know. I'm glad someone else feels the same, because I've felt so alone..
@tommyaguirre3479
@@coffeebean8233 that's just edgy
@heyadora6473
Same I thought I’m the only crazy person here great I’m not alone
@meggiemoron6251
This honestly how I feel.
@rifka8407
as someone schizophrenic this song gives me some kind of tingly feeling of being surrounded by people with the same condition. i kinda relate too! thank you robbie you make me feel things when i'm numb 🙋♀️
@julmonaide
You may never respond to this, but Im very sorry for your schizophrenia. I have a schizophrenic aunt that I love to death, and I hope you get better!
@odditycat2716
Hope you're feeling alright!
For some reason YouTube glitched and is showing this comment on Gimme Ginne Gimme by ABBA so I was confused and laughed at first but genuinely best wishes m'dawg
@chalkandrubble5702
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