SUBSTANCE
Demi Lovato Lyrics


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Is anybody happy with life in the backseat?
Trying to master the art of detaching
Is anybody driving, is anyone asking?
Is anyone grasping that nothing lasts?

Whoa, I know we're all fucking exhausted
Whoa, am I in my head or have we all lost it?
So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
Don't wanna end up in a casket, head full of maggots
Body full of jack shit, I get an abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?

I don't remember last week, got my head scratching
But everyone's acting like nothing is lacking
Think we might be crashing, everyone's laughing
Time is just passing yet, nothing lasts

Whoa, I know we're all fucking exhausted
Whoa, am I in my head or have we all lost it?

So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
Don't wanna end up in a casket, head full of maggots
Body full of jack shit, I get an abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?

Am I talking to myself?
Is anyone out there screaming at the walls?
I can't relate at all, relate at all
Fuck the theatrics, what happened to classic?
Give me the real shit, give me the magic

So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
(Don't wanna end up in a) Casket
(Head full of) Maggots
(Body full of) Jack shit
(I get an) Abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?

Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Demi Lovato's song "Substance" explore the themes of detachment, loneliness, and the search for genuine connection and meaning in life. The opening lines raise questions about the dissatisfaction and lack of fulfillment that can come from living life passively in the "backseat." The song suggests that many people are trying to detach from their emotions, perhaps as a coping mechanism or a way to avoid facing their own struggles.


The chorus expresses the singer's personal quest for substance and a deeper sense of meaning. The mention of getting high and feeling lonely and loveless implies that temporary escapes or distractions do not provide the fulfillment they seek. The desire to avoid ending up in a grave with a worthless life further emphasizes the need for substance and purpose.


The second verse continues the exploration of dissatisfaction, with the singer referring to the loss of memory and the belief that everyone is acting as though nothing is lacking. The mention of crashing and laughter suggests a disconnect between the superficial appearance of happiness and the underlying truth of emptiness and impermanence.


The song ends with a plea for something authentic and real. The mention of theatrics and the longing for classic and genuine experiences reflect a desire for substance and sincerity in life. The repeated question of whether the singer is the only one looking for substance emphasizes their feeling of isolation and the need for true connection.


Overall, "Substance" delves into the universal human experience of searching for meaning and fulfillment, highlighting the emptiness that can accompany superficiality and detachment.


Line by Line Meaning

Is anybody happy with life in the backseat?
Does anyone truly find satisfaction in a passive, uninvolved existence?


Trying to master the art of detaching
Attempting to perfect the skill of disconnecting emotionally


Is anybody driving, is anyone asking?
Is anyone taking control and seeking answers?


Is anyone grasping that nothing lasts?
Does anyone comprehend the impermanence of all things?


Whoa, I know we're all fucking exhausted
Wow, I understand that we are all extremely tired


Whoa, am I in my head or have we all lost it?
Wow, am I solely confined to my thoughts or have we collectively become mentally unstable?


So I ask myself
Therefore, I question myself


"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
"Am I the sole individual searching for depth and meaning?"


Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
When I indulged in intoxication, it merely resulted in isolation and devoid of love


Don't wanna end up in a casket, head full of maggots
I do not desire to end up deceased, with my mind decaying


Body full of jack shit, I get an abundance
My physical being is filled with worthlessness, while I am provided with an excess


"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
"Am I the singular person seeking depth and meaning?"


I don't remember last week, got my head scratching
I am unable to recall the events of the previous week, leaving me puzzled


But everyone's acting like nothing is lacking
However, everyone around me is behaving as if nothing is missing


Think we might be crashing, everyone's laughing
I suspect that we could be heading for a disastrous situation, yet everyone else finds it amusing


Time is just passing yet, nothing lasts
Time continues to move forward, while nothing remains permanent


"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
"Am I the sole individual searching for depth and meaning?"


Am I talking to myself?
Am I engaging in a monologue with no one else listening?


Is anyone out there screaming at the walls?
Does anyone exist who is shouting out in frustration?


I can't relate at all, relate at all
I am unable to connect with others, to empathize or understand


Fuck the theatrics, what happened to classic?
Disregard the exaggerated performances, what occurred to the traditional, genuine experiences?


Give me the real shit, give me the magic
Provide me with authenticity, grant me the enchantment


"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
"Am I the singular person seeking depth and meaning?"


Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
When I indulged in intoxication, it merely resulted in isolation and devoid of love


(Don't wanna end up in a) Casket
(I do not wish to end up in a) Coffin


(Head full of) Maggots
(Mind filled with) Decay


(Body full of) Jack shit
(Physical form filled with) Worthlessness


(I get an) Abundance
(Yet I obtain an) Excess


"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
"Am I the sole individual searching for depth and meaning?"


Yeah, yeah
Yes, yes


Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yes, yes, yes




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Alex Niceforo, Demitria Lovato, Jordan Lutes, Keith Sorrells, Laura Jeanne Veltz, Warren Felder

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[Verse 1]
Is anybody happy with life in the back seat?
Trying to master the art of detaching
Is anybody driving, is anyone asking?
Is anyone grasping that nothing lasts?

[Pre-Chorus]
Woah, I know we're all fucking exhausted
Woah, am I in my head or have we all lost it?

[Chorus 1]
So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
Don't wanna end up in a casket, head full of maggots
Body full of jack shit, I get an abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?

[Verse 2]
I don't remember last week, got my head scratching
But everyone's acting like nothing is lacking
I think we might be crashing, everyone's laughing
Time is just passing, yet nothing lasts

[Pre-Chorus]
Woah, I know we're all fucking exhausted
Woah, am I in my head or have we all lost it?


[Chorus 1]
So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
Don't wanna end up in a casket, head full of maggots
Body full of jack shit, I get an abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?

[Bridge]
Am I talking to myself?
Is anyone out there screaming at the walls?
I can't relate at all, relate at all
Fuck the theatrics, what happened to classic?
Give me the real shit, give me the magic

[Chorus 2]
So I ask myself
"Am I the only one looking for substance?"
Got high, it only left me lonely and loveless
(Don't wanna end up in a) Casket
(Head full of) Maggots
(Body full of) Jack shit
(I get an) Abundance
Am I the only one looking for substance?



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@demilovato

Am I the only one looking for #SUBSTANCE? 🖤

@tefanylin5383

Maybe we need more of God in our life. That’s why we are looking for fucking substance 😵‍💫

@erinaldosilvaOfc

Oh no, not everyone😘💋🇧🇷

@elianagxbriela

TE AMO LPM

@vickyv1645

Te amo Demetria

@christianramirez2886

🔥🤘😍

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@AceStudiox

I’m glad Demi is channeling her old style of music again, this sounds like it came out in early 2000s and I love it

@epicgamer8117

Sounds perfect w Demi's voice I agree

@jalianturner7932

Yesss camp Rock vibe love it

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Pretty sure Demi uses They/Them pronouns

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