Trauma
Charly H.Fox Lyrics
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Face was ashen and gray
I didn't know what to say
I grabbed this guitar
cnd got in my fucking car
But I didn't get far
There was a line here
Why can't I disappear
Let's all run away
ct least we can play
cnd keep on living each day
Can you see?
(I can see, I can see, I can see)
That I can't breathe
(I can't breathe, I can't breathe, I can't breathe)
Sounds echo in these halls
Of fists pounding on the walls
Can we go back
cs it turns to black
While my foundations crack
My phone rang today
You said that you couldn't pay
cnd drop some cash in the tray
I won't act surprised
c fucking matter of time
Before you got out of line
With nowhere to turn
cnd no more bridges to burn
But you'll never learn
I've had enough
I'm through acting tough
Time to self destruct
Can you see?
(I can see, I can see, I can see)
That I can't breathe
(I can't breathe, I can't breathe, I can't breathe)
Sounds echo in these halls
Of fists pounding on the walls
Can we go back
cs it turns to black
While my foundations crack
Can you see?
(I can see, I can see, I can see)
That I can't breathe
(I can't breathe, I can't breathe, I can't breathe)
Sounds echo in these halls
Of fists pounding on the walls
Can we go back
cs it turns to black
While my foundations crack
The lyrics to Charly H.Fox's song "Trauma" depict a sense of despair, frustration, and a yearning for escape. The singer in the song encounters someone who appears worn out and troubled, leaving them at a loss for words. Turning to music as a coping mechanism, the singer picks up their guitar and tries to escape in their car, but finds themselves unable to escape their own internal turmoil. The mention of living in fear and running away reflects a desire to avoid facing their own problems.
The chorus emphasizes a feeling of suffocation and being trapped. The repeated lines "Can you see? That I can't breathe" express a desperate plea for understanding and release from the emotional weight the singer carries. The sounds echoing in the halls and fists pounding on the walls symbolize the internal and external struggles that surround the singer.
In the second verse, the singer receives a phone call in which they are asked for financial support. The mention of the person "getting out of line" suggests a betrayal or a breach of trust. The singer's frustration builds as they realize that there are no more bridges to burn and nowhere to turn. They have reached their breaking point and decide it is time to stop pretending to be tough and embrace self-destruction.
Overall, "Trauma" delves into themes of emotional distress, the search for escape, and the impact of broken relationships. It explores the pain and frustration that can be caused by both external and internal factors, ultimately leading to a point of self-destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw you today
I encountered you today
Face was ashen and gray
Your face appeared pale and lifeless
I didn't know what to say
I was at a loss for words
I grabbed this guitar
I took hold of this guitar
cnd got in my fucking car
And got into my damn car
But I didn't get far
But my journey was short-lived
There was a line here
There was a limit or boundary here
Why can't I disappear
Why cannot I vanish or escape
Just keep living in fear
Just continue to exist in a state of fear
Let's all run away
Let's all escape our current circumstances
ct least we can play
At least we can engage in joyful activities
cnd keep on living each day
And continue to live day by day
Can you see?
Are you able to perceive and understand?
(I can see, I can see, I can see)
(Yes, I can see, I can see, I can see)
That I can't breathe
That I am unable to take in air
(I can't breathe, I can't breathe, I can't breathe)
(No, I can't breathe, I can't breathe, I can't breathe)
Sounds echo in these halls
Noises reverberate within these passageways
Of fists pounding on the walls
Caused by fists striking the walls
Can we go back
Is it possible to return to a previous state
cs it turns to black
Because everything is becoming dark or bleak
While my foundations crack
As the basis of my existence starts to fracture
My phone rang today
I received a phone call today
You said that you couldn't pay
You stated that you were unable to provide payment
cnd drop some cash in the tray
And put some money in the container
I won't act surprised
I will not pretend to be shocked
c fucking matter of time
It is only a matter of time
Before you got out of line
Before you crossed a boundary or behaved inappropriately
With nowhere to turn
With no options or alternatives available
cnd no more bridges to burn
And no more relationships to damage or sever
But you'll never learn
However, you will never acquire new understanding or knowledge
I've had enough
I have reached my limit or saturation point
I'm through acting tough
I am done pretending to be strong or courageous
Time to self destruct
It is time to engage in self-destruction
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Angel Flower
This is a very very important topic!:) as a trauma informed counsellor and disability support worker this is essential in ALL schools!:)
Graysen Gordon
I know im asking randomly but does anybody know of a trick to log back into an Instagram account?
I stupidly forgot the login password. I would love any assistance you can offer me!
Arjun Nickolas
@Graysen Gordon instablaster =)
Graysen Gordon
@Arjun Nickolas Thanks for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm in the hacking process now.
Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
Arjun Nickolas
@Graysen Gordon glad I could help :)
Pauline Chatnick
Your Mrs. O’Hara was my Mrs. Parrott.
I teach in grad school and just attended a trauma Informed Pedagogy training session. This subsequently lead me to watch your talk.
It all came flooding back as I recalled me at age 15.
The whole time through the training session I experienced empathy but had completely suppressed the memories of my teenage years. Watching you has resurfaced it all and I’m glad about this. I have students in my institution who are going through a lot right now. I need to be a Mrs. Parrott. Thank you for helping me realize this ❤️
Cindy Andrew
Amen! Thank you for sharing your story and your passion for helping make the world a better place.
Juliana B. Andrade
Being trustworthy is completely underrated. We cannot build a healthy society if we don't feel safe. We gotta teach our kids that being trustworthy means that you are reliable and that nurtures healthy relationships.
Jessica Brunner
This is so true. My senior year my dad was in the emergency room and the next day I forgot my cleats for my softball game and my coach and team was so angry at me. No one cared enough to ask.
Andy Burnett
Thank you Dr Fox for such an emotional and positive story - I am researching trauma informed schools for an interview as a behaviour outreach teacher which I am attending tomorrow. I have learned more from your amazing presentation and personal story than I think I would ever have learned from reading training material! You are an inspiration :)