Beginning as a solo project for singer, frontman, and devilish ringmaster Danny Rendo; Deconbrio has evolved into a superstar project that crosses over all media fronts — acquiring talents from all of Knoxville’s creative scenes. The lineup currently consists of Rendo’s now wife all around “diva divine” Ashley Fantastic; local comic, podcast personality, and on-again-off-again anti-hero Wolfegang Grey (aka Sam Donnelly); everyone’s favorite local “boylesque” personality and goth DJ Peppy Schlongstocking/Dappr-K (aka Kevin Humler); and potentially immortal elf and stealer of hearts Christina Kanoa.
Deconbrio has shared the stage with many national acts; and received much acclaim in the local scene over their short time here; they were included on several “Best Of” lists, and winning the first Knoxville Competitive Music Video Awards. Last year, Deconbrio released its 5th studio endeavor; a re-imagining of their debut album “Obsessions of a False Idol”.
Inside
Deconbrio Lyrics
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And turning
And locked up in my mind
I hear them call my name
But, I am left behind
What the master wants
The master gets
I can't help but to succumb
To show you what I've become
If I let you get in my head
You'll kill me from the inside
This is all a bad dream
I just want to come to
I can't take another second of
Coming second to you
I won't fall back again
I won't accept defeat
I may not walk a clear like
But, at least I'm on my feet
If I let you get in my head
You'll kill me from the inside
You've made your way
Into my head
I've got you stuck in my head
And I'll never let you out
The lyrics to Deconbrio's song "Inside" describe a person who is struggling with their inner demons and feelings of inadequacy. They feel trapped in their own thoughts and unable to break free, as they constantly hear voices calling out their name but are unable to fully engage with them. The phrase "what the master wants, the master gets" suggests a sense of powerlessness and the feeling of being under someone else's control. However, the singer is determined to overcome this and show their true worth, even if it means walking a difficult path.
The chorus uses the metaphor of someone getting inside the singer's head to describe the destructive power that negative thoughts and emotions can have. The line "you'll kill me from the inside" paints a stark picture of the damage that can be done when we allow ourselves to be consumed by negativity. Despite this, the singer is unwilling to give up and fall back into old patterns of behavior. The line "but at least I'm on my feet" suggests that even if things are difficult, the singer is determined to keep moving forward and remain standing.
Overall, "Inside" is a powerful exploration of the struggle to overcome inner demons and to rise above feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy. It speaks to the human experience of facing challenges and pushing through them, even when the odds seem stacked against us.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm just tossing
I am restless and cannot sleep peacefully
And turning
I am continuously shifting my body position in bed
And locked up in my mind
I am mentally trapped or stuck and unable to think clearly and freely
I hear them call my name
I am aware of the voice or presence of other people but still feel alone or ignored
But, I am left behind
I feel neglected or abandoned and unable to keep up with others
What the master wants
The one in power or control sets the agenda
The master gets
The one in control will achieve their desired outcome
I can't help but to succumb
I feel powerless to resist the control or influence of others
Soon enough I'll get my chance
I am hopeful that I will have an opportunity to prove myself
To show you what I've become
I want to demonstrate my abilities and prove that I am worthy of respect and recognition
If I let you get in my head
If I allow you to have too much influence or power over my thoughts and emotions
You'll kill me from the inside
You will cause me emotional or psychological harm that will destroy my sense of self
This is all a bad dream
I feel like my life is unreal or not as I would like it to be
I just want to come to
I want to gain control of my thoughts and emotions and think more clearly
I can't take another second of
I am at my breaking point and cannot endure any more
Coming second to you
I feel like I am always in a subordinate or inferior position to you
I won't fall back again
I will not return to a previous state of weakness or submissiveness
I won't accept defeat
I will not give up or be defeated by others
I may not walk a clear line
I may not have a straightforward or easy path in life
But, at least I'm on my feet
I am standing and moving forward despite the challenges and obstacles I face
You've made your way
You have successfully entered my mind and have some power over me
Into my head
You have infiltrated my thoughts and emotions and can influence them
I've got you stuck in my head
I cannot stop thinking about you and your influence over me
And I'll never let you out
I am unable or unwilling to rid myself of your control and influence
Contributed by Lily O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.