Putting most of their efforts into songwriting, Fake The Envy base their sound on traditionally catchy yet haunting melodies with strong vocals. Add to that, a bit of grit in the sounds and production, along with a spread of melancholic lyrics, and you have ... Fake The Envy.
Since "As They Fall", Fake The Envy have released the full length album "Blind", and the EP "Interlude".
Obsolete
Fake The Envy Lyrics
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The things on my mind, I didn't mean to cause
An emotional disorder
Was it really, such a big surprise
Was I too subtle, where you too blind
Where you much too blind to notice
Just give me an answer
Anyone will do
Even if, it makes me feel obsolete
Please let me get some, get some sleep tonight
Let me breathe a sigh of relief
Am I wasting my time, is this leading anywhere
Just give me an answer
Anyone will do
If you say yes or no, it really doesn't matter
I'll probably survive, and the sun will rise again
But it's just that I can't handle, not knowing where I stand
Am I losing my heart in the wrong place
The song "Obsolete" by Fake The Envy is a confession of one's feelings that have remained hidden for too long. The singer apologizes for finally sharing their thoughts with the person they've been keeping the secret from, fearing that it may cause an "emotional disorder." They question whether their feelings were too subtle or if the other person was too blind to notice. The singer is unsure if their confession is leading anywhere, but they desperately need an answer, even if it makes them feel obsolete. The uncertainty of their situation is causing them distress, and they just want some clarity to be able to sleep and breathe a sigh of relief.
The lyrics of the song are relatable to anyone who has been in a situation where they have feelings for someone but are afraid to confess them. The fear of rejection can be debilitating, and the singer in this song is hoping for closure, even if it's not the answer they were hoping for. The use of the word "obsolete" suggests that they are willing to let go of their feelings if it means finding peace of mind. The song conveys the idea that it's better to have closure and move on than to be left with the uncertainty of never knowing.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so sorry, that I had to tell you
Apology for having to disclose one's thoughts
The things on my mind, I didn't mean to cause
Did not intend to stir up emotions due to thoughts
An emotional disorder
A state of emotional upheaval
Was it really, such a big surprise
A rhetorical question of whether the reaction was expected
Was I too subtle, where you too blind
Whether the message was not adequately conveyed or understood
Where you much too blind to notice
Reiteration of prior line
Am I wasting my time, is this leading anywhere
Questioning progress or future of a situation
Just give me an answer
Request for a response
Anyone will do
No preference for who responds
Even if, it makes me feel obsolete
Willingness to accept a negative response if it leads to closure
Please let me get some, get some sleep tonight
Seeking peace of mind through resolution
Let me breathe a sigh of relief
Desire for a sense of ease
If you say yes or no, it really doesn't matter
Acceptance of any response
I'll probably survive, and the sun will rise again
Life will carry on regardless of the response
But it's just that I can't handle, not knowing where I stand
Discomfort with lack of clarity or closure
Am I losing my heart in the wrong place
Reflecting on potential misguidance of emotions or attachment
Contributed by Kaitlyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.