Lean
Cloaker Lyrics

The lyrics convey a sense of aimlessness and existential dread, with the singer feeling like they are just waiting for something to happen in life. The first two lines speak to the universal desire to make something of oneself and succeed in some way. However, the singer seems to be unsure of how to do this and ends up taking a drive to the west bay. The sea is used as a symbol of impermanence and a reminder that life is fleeting, which could be why the singer wants to "feel the sea before [they're] gone."

The refrain "Sleep away sleep away again" seems to be a nod to how easy it is to slip into a repetitive routine that doesn't lead to any fulfillment, with sleeping being a metaphor for wasting time.

The second verse reinforces this with the line "Half past three I'm feeling empty," suggesting that the singer is struggling to find meaning in their life. They are scared of "wasting [their] life away" but feel like they have no choice but to "sleep [their] life away" because they can't see any other way forward. The sickness in their brain could refer to depression or anxiety, which is weighing them down.

The final lines seem to address someone specific who has been leaning on the singer for support without reciprocating. The repeated line "It's always funny how you never tried/You're always leaning on my good side baby" suggests that the singer is growing tired of this dynamic and wants the other person to put in some effort.