Darkness
Eldest 11 Lyrics

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Here comes the Darkness!
OHhhhh...

I've felt low... I've let life work its magic on my soul.
I've opened doors...
I've welcomed Angels and Devils to fight for control.
I'm a tattered soul.

but there's so many people looking for attention,
when they've got no problem AT ALL!
You're nothing but a bunch of weak fucks...

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.
I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.
When I feel low, predictable and out of touch.
I need to drown out the world because it's too fucking dark.
It gets too much...

Don't CRY TO ME!
Everyone's got a story to tell...
I HATE your repetitive needs.
Stand up and WEAR YOUR SCARS PROUD!
(I self preserve)
I use to have a heart. The world is beautiful.
but I like the way you sink, so why swim?
(Just give in)
There's so many people looking for attention,
when they've got no problem AT ALL!
A bunch of weak fucks...

And I know, I'm not the best at falling down,
but I know, if I don't get up off the ground life won't wait around.

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.
I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.
When I feel low, predictable and out of touch.
I need to drown out the world because it's too fucking dark.
It gets too much...
IT'S TOO DARK...
I use to have a heart.When I feel low, bring some light in here!

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.
I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.

Overall Meaning

The song "Darkness" by Eldest 11 is a powerful and introspective piece that delves into the artist's struggles with mental health and the ways they cope with the overwhelming darkness that can envelop them at times. It begins with a bold declaration of the darkness that is approaching ("Here comes the Darkness!") before delving into the artist's personal experiences of feeling low and allowing the struggles of life to affect their very soul. They admit to being a "tattered soul," one that has opened the doors to both angels and devils to fight for control.

The song takes aim at those who seek attention and pity for their problems when they have no real issues at all, calling them "weak fucks" and demanding that they wear their scars proudly instead of constantly crying out for help. The artist acknowledges their own struggles but reveals a determination to overcome them, reaching for the stars and casting ropes to carry on. They know that if they don't get up off the ground, life won't wait around for them. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the artist calling out for light to come in and vowing to keep reaching for the stars no matter the darkness that may come their way.

Overall, "Darkness" is a raw and emotional song that speaks to the experiences of many who struggle with mental health issues. It is a reminder to keep fighting and to never give up hope, no matter how dark things may seem.

Line by Line Meaning

Here comes the Darkness!
The singer is expressing his anticipation and acceptance of the darkness that is coming.

I've felt low... I've let life work its magic on my soul.
The singer has experienced a sense of lowliness and has allowed life to affect his state of being.

I've opened doors...I've welcomed Angels and Devils to fight for control. I'm a tattered soul.
The singer has opened himself up to both good and bad influences, resulting in a damaged state of being.

but there's so many people looking for attention,when they've got no problem AT ALL!You're nothing but a bunch of weak fucks...
The singer is critical of those who seek attention and complain despite having no real problems. He views them as weak individuals.

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.When I feel low, predictable and out of touch.I need to drown out the world because it's too fucking dark.It gets too much...
The singer copes with his low feelings by looking towards the stars and using them as a means of support. He also recognizes that the world can be overwhelming and seeks to isolate himself.

Don't CRY TO ME!Everyone's got a story to tell...I HATE your repetitive needs. Stand up and WEAR YOUR SCARS PROUD!(I self preserve)
The singer is tired of people sharing their stories and repeating their struggles. He urges others to be proud of their scars and to preserve themselves.

I use to have a heart. The world is beautiful.but I like the way you sink, so why swim?(Just give in)There's so many people looking for attention,when they've got no problem AT ALL!A bunch of weak fucks...
The singer acknowledges his previous empathy but has become disillusioned by people's actions. He sees people as weak and simply waiting for attention. He also prefers to sink and give in, rather than swimming against the current.

And I know, I'm not the best at falling down,but I know, if I don't get up off the ground life won't wait around.
The singer admits to not being good at handling failure, but knows that he must pick himself up, or life will not wait for him.

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.When I feel low, predictable and out of touch.I need to drown out the world because it's too fucking dark.It gets too much...IT'S TOO DARK...I use to have a heart.When I feel low, bring some light in here!
The singer finds comfort in looking up to the stars and seeks to remove himself from the darkness. He recognizes that he used to be a more empathetic person, but has become jaded. He wishes to seek out and bring some light to his life.

When I feel low, let me reach for the stars.I'll cast my ropes so I can carry on.
The singer finds solace in looking towards the stars and uses them as a means of support to continue on.

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