Drowning
E.C.O. Lyrics

I been drowning in my sorrows
I have been struggling emotionally and cannot seem to overcome my sadness.

I just wanna see tomorrow
I am hopeful for a better future and wish to overcome my current struggles.

There's gotta be another way
I am certain that there must be a solution to my problems and I am searching for it.

I need change and rearranging
I am seeking a significant transformation in my life to overcome my current struggles.

Everybody I know knows my biggest dreams
My friends and acquaintances are aware of my aspirations and goals.

But do they know my worst nightmares from what they show
However, they may not understand the depth of my fears and struggles based on my outward presentation.

And how it seems most of 'em wouldn't give the slightest care
Despite being aware of my dreams, I feel that most people around me do not show concern or care for my struggles.

And that right there fuels the fear deep inside of here
The lack of support from others exacerbates my fears and anxieties.

And I hide even my slightest tear
I feel the need to conceal my emotions and vulnerability, even when I am experiencing deep sadness.

Cuz when I speak on everything I subside
When I open up about my emotions and fears, I feel like I am negating my own strength and agency.

The reason why becomes quite clear
This feeling of weakness and vulnerability makes it difficult for me to express my true feelings and ask for help.

But soon as I tell 'em my needs, they put the blame on me
When I do finally try to express my needs and seek help from others, they often deflect the responsibility and blame me for my problems.

So I'm caught in between the times they tell me that they waiting on me
I feel stuck between seeking help from others and feeling guilty for relying on them.

And when I take the lead and everybody hatin' on me
Even when I try to take control of my own life and work towards my goals, I feel like others are disapproving and critical of my efforts.

The patience inside me is constantly at war with the hatred inside me
I feel conflicted between feelings of perseverance and resilience or self-loathing and anger towards my situation.

And all I wanna do is succeed But it's hard to find one to believe now
Despite my deep desire to overcome my struggles, I feel like I lack the support and belief of those around me, making success seem out of reach.

So I keep Drowning
Ultimately, I continue to feel overwhelmed and trapped by my struggles and emotions, unable to find a way out.