1991
Covey Lyrics

Take a sip from the cup of piping hot procrastination
Indulging in procrastination is a fleeting pleasure that will only lead to lost sleep and exhaustion.

That's another sleepless night from all my sleep hallucinations
Repetitive burning the midnight oil leading to delirious and sleep-deprived states only exacerbates any existing mental health problems.

Point my finger at the cause
Looking for someone or something to blame for personal circumstances can be counterproductive.

Mom hates dad and dad hates mom
Marital discord can have lasting and impactful effects on children and the family unit as a whole.

But they did pretty well to salvage something broken since the year of '91
Despite past difficulties, it is possible for individuals and families to heal and move forward.

A different home every year creates an oddly scattered head
Frequent physical displacement can take a toll on one's mental and emotional wellbeing, leading to feelings of detachment and disorganization.

Filled with unproductive thoughts that pair with existential dread
Compounded with difficult living situations, negative thought patterns and uncertainty about one's future can lead to feelings of despair and hopelessness.

I am in desperate need of therapy but cannot pay the bills
Mental healthcare should be accessible and affordable for all individuals, regardless of income or financial means.

How do you put a price on mental health
The value of one's mental health and wellbeing cannot be quantified by monetary means.

Whilst everybody's burning
In the midst of societal and personal struggles, it can be challenging to prioritize one's own mental and emotional health when it feels like everyone else is similarly struggling.

It's cold, it's calculated
The destruction of one's mental health and wellbeing can feel clinical and emotionless, leading to further feelings of isolation and disconnection.

And it won't stop 'til I'm obliterated
The effects of mental illness and trauma can be long-lasting and pervasive, leading to further damage if left unaddressed.

Two years ago you came to visit my completely empty home
The sense of emptiness and detachment caused by difficult living situations can impact personal relationships and social connections.

We built a tree out of the cardboard that we found out on the streets
Even in dire circumstances, it is possible to find joy and connection through creative means and resourcefulness.

We spent our Christmas at the dollar store
Celebrations can still be meaningful and enjoyable, even if material resources are limited.

And you cried a lot that morning
The prevalence of mental health struggles and emotional expression is common, especially in the face of adversity and difficult circumstances.

Said you hated this whole situation right as mom was calling
Difficult living situations can lead to complex and challenging emotions, impacting personal relationships and dynamics within the family unit.

Well, I wasn't an easy child
Personal challenges can manifest in unpredictable ways, leading to strained relationships and difficult interpersonal dynamics.

I was stubborn to the core
Even negative qualities can stem from underlying hardships and trauma, and understanding these root causes can help in the healing process.

Filled with a distrust in authority and a new found feeling
Difficult experiences can lead to feelings of distrust and disillusionment, especially in regards to authority figures or institutions.

Which grew and manifested in this hollow home
The trauma of difficult living situations can have lasting effects on a person's mental health and wellbeing, perpetuating a cycle of negative experiences and emotions.

That creaked and splintered
The physical manifestation of personal struggles can further amplify feelings of instability and insecurity.

With every step I took
Personal struggles can become an omnipresent force in one's life, impacting even the smallest of actions and decisions.

Well I'm sorry mom, and I'm sorry dad
Healing and addressing personal struggles can sometimes involve confronting past mistakes and seeking forgiveness or making amends.

I'm sorry Sammy for the distance and the aftermath
Personal struggles can impact not just the individual, but their relationships and connections with others as well.

That stained and desecrated the person that I am today
The effects of trauma and hardship can have a lasting and damaging impact on a person's identity and sense of self.

The sour discoloration that fills my day to day
Personal feelings of trauma and struggle can lead to pervasive and all-encompassing negative emotions, impacting daily life and relationships.