Normal
Deadstar Assembly Lyrics


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Everyday I play the game
It keeps me somewhat sane
An attitude adjustment
A fliter for my fucking brain
I try my best to stay that way
But it's hard for long

Why must I comply
And change my life
To be so called right
What makes your way right

Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?
Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?

Everyday it's all the same
We buy and sell the pain
Societies addictions
Injected into every vein
I try my best to stay away
But it's hard for long

Why must I comply
And change my life
To be so called right
What makes your way right

Who wants to be normal anyway?
Who wants to be normal anyway?

We're all on display
Animals in a cage
We're all on display
Animals in a rage

We're all on display
Animals in a cage
We're all on display
Animals in a rage

Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?
Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?
Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?




Normal people don't act that way
Who wants to be normal anyway?

Overall Meaning

Deadstar Assembly’s song “Normal” speaks about conformity, societal expectations, and the struggle to maintain individuality in a world where conformity is often rewarded. The lyrics are a reflection of the artist’s desire to break free from the constraints of “normalcy” and live life on their own terms.


The first verse of the song describes the act of playing the game, a metaphor for conforming to societal expectations to maintain a sense of sanity. The lyrics then go on to describe the struggle to maintain this facade, despite the difficulty of doing so. The chorus then questions the value of being normal, suggesting that it is not necessarily a desirable state to be in.


The second verse further delves into the artificiality of society, describing how pain and addiction is bought and sold in today’s culture. The artist acknowledges the tendency to be drawn towards these aspects of society, but also recognizes the need to resist them in order to preserve their individuality. The chorus is repeated several times towards the end, reiterating the message of the song - that there is value in individuality and that conformity is often detrimental to one’s well-being.


Line by Line Meaning

Everyday I play the game
Every day, I go through the motions of life, following the rules and norms of society.


It keeps me somewhat sane
Following the routine of everyday life helps me feel stable and grounded.


An attitude adjustment
Playing the game helps me adjust my attitude and mentality to fit in with society.


A filter for my fucking brain
Following societal norms helps censor my thoughts and feelings so I don't stand out or express myself in taboo ways.


I try my best to stay that way
I strive to conform and fit in with society as best I can.


But it's hard for long
Eventually, it becomes difficult to maintain the facade of normalcy, and my true self wants to break free.


Why must I comply
I question why I have to follow societal expectations and norms.


And change my life
Society demands that I adjust my behavior and personality to fit in.


To be so called right
There's a pressure to conform to what society perceives as correct or acceptable.


What makes your way right
I question the validity of society's way of life and wonder why it's considered the only right way.


Normal people don't act that way
Society has set a standard of behavior that is considered normal, and breaking away from it makes one abnormal.


Who wants to be normal anyway?
The artist questions the benefits of conforming to societal norms and wonders why anyone would want to be considered normal.


Everyday it's all the same
Life can feel monotonous and repetitive, with little variation or excitement.


We buy and sell the pain
Society feeds off of pain, suffering, and negativity, and it's often commodified and bought and sold.


Societies addictions
Society has become addicted to certain behaviors and tendencies, and it's difficult to break away from them.


Injected into every vein
This addiction and way of life have become intertwined in every aspect of society, and it's hard to escape it.


I try my best to stay away
The artist attempts to distance themselves from societal tendencies and addictions, but it's a challenge.


Who wants to be normal anyway?
The singer reiterates their disdain for societal norms and expectations and questions why anyone would want to fit in so badly.


We're all on display
Society is constantly observing and scrutinizing individuals, making them feel like they're on display.


Animals in a cage
The constant monitoring and control from society make individuals feel like they're trapped and restricted, like animals in a cage.




Lyrics © ST MUSIC LLC.
Written by: ADAM ARTHUR DEARBORN

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