Make Up
Everybody Else Lyrics

Cover it up in the bathroom
You are applying make-up in private, possibly because you are feeling insecure or unhappy with your appearance and want to improve it.

While you curse the mirror on the wall
Despite trying to improve your appearance, you still feel frustrated and unhappy with how you look when you see yourself in the mirror.

You can change anything that you want to
Make-up is a tool that allows you to alter or enhance the way you look, giving you greater control over your appearance.

But your hand is shaking when teacher calls
Despite your efforts to improve your appearance, you are still self-conscious and nervous in social situations, which may indicate deeper issues with self-confidence.

One desk away, I am begging (?) to say
The artist is observing the subject from a distance and feels sympathetic towards them, wishing to reach out and offer comfort or support in some way.

"What are you so scared of?"
The singer is addressing the subject directly, trying to understand why they are behaving the way they are and offering empathy or assistance if needed.

You're putting on makeup
The subject is actively applying make-up, which may be a coping mechanism to deal with underlying emotional issues or a way to project a certain image to others.

You don't believe in love
The subject may be feeling cynical or disillusioned with romantic relationships, which may be contributing to their emotional state.

Three cigarettes and a razor
The subject has been engaging in self-harmful or dangerous behavior, possibly as a way to cope with emotional pain or stress.

Some old ticket stubs (with) on the grass
The subject may be feeling nostalgic or sentimental, holding onto physical reminders of past experiences or memories.

You're looking for entertainment
The subject may be seeking temporary distraction or pleasure to alleviate emotional discomfort or boredom.

But you're so bored with yourself
Despite engaging in various activities, the subject is still feeling unfulfilled or disconnected from themselves, possibly due to underlying emotional or psychological issues.

Never (_____)
This line appears incomplete and its meaning is unclear without further context.

Then she ran outside
An unidentified female character suddenly leaves the situation or exits the scene.

But you're rolling your eyes
The subject appears dismissive or nonchalant in response to the other character's actions, suggesting a lack of interest or engagement.

You got a long walk home
The subject has a significant distance to travel before reaching their destination, potentially representing a larger metaphor for their emotional journey.

But you've got headphones
The subject is using music or other external sources of stimulation to dissociate or disengage from their surroundings, possibly as a means of coping or avoiding negative emotions.

Your bangs in your eyes
The subject's hair is obstructing their view, which may be interpreted metaphorically as a barrier that is preventing them from seeing their current situation clearly.

You need a big shove
The subject may require external motivation or encouragement to confront their emotional issues and make positive changes in their life.

"What are you so scared of?"
The song returns to this line as a refrain, emphasizing the artist's desire to connect with and help the subject overcome their emotional struggles.

You're putting on makeup
The repetition of this line reinforces the theme of using external appearance to mask or cope with emotional issues, while highlighting the subject's ongoing struggle with their self-image.

You don't believe in love
The repetition of this line emphasizes the subject's emotional detachment or cynicism towards romantic relationships, which may be a recurring issue that holds them back from connecting with others.