Anxiety
GROUNDBREAKING Lyrics
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Making me think of everything
Cause every possibility
Just may come true in front of me
In a perfect world
Everything just works
And everything fits in the box
And nothing really hurts
Nothing needs to be
Predictable or blemish free
So can't I rescue me
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm stuck in the middle
Feel the walls closing in on me
And I just don't know what to be
I guess I think too much
I guess I just can't see
Walking down the street
Everybody's watching me
Going to a place
Well maybe the last time I leave
Stranger next to me
Possibly escapee
And anything I ingest
Could maybe poison me
Don't trust a perfect song
Cause perfect people always mess things up
The thing about the world is that it's always slightly off
Cause a perfect earth is just too much
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm stuck in the middle
Feel the walls closing in on me
And I just don't know what to be
I guess I think too much
I guess I just can't see
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I'm stuck in the middle
Feel the walls closing in on me
And I just don't know what to be
I guess I think too much
I guess I just can't see
The lyrics of Groundbreaking's song Anxiety explores the theme of mental health and anxiety disorder. The singer describes the feeling of being trapped inside one's thoughts and emotions, unable to escape the overwhelming sense of panic and fear. The first stanza conveys the message of how anxiety can affect an individual's perspective of the world. The anxious mind is always contemplating the worst-case scenario and assumes all possibilities just might come true out of nowhere. The lyrics also mention how the perfect world is just an illusion and that the expectation of a predictable or blemish-free life is unrealistic. The lyrics suggest that an individual cannot wait for anyone to rescue them through their anxious thoughts but has to fight their own battle.
The second verse of the song continues with the theme of anxiety and its paralyzing effect on the person. The lyrics describe how anxiety can manifest in physical symptoms such as the inability to breathe, a feeling of being stuck, and walls closing in. The verse goes on to describe how anxiety forces one to re-think everyday situations that would ordinarily be normal for someone with an anxiety disorder. The lyrics mention how the person feels constantly watched and paranoid about being poisoned by food, while others can consume without worry. The last section of the song, with the repeated "I'm locked inside, and I can't breathe," indicates the singer is still trapped in their own anxiety.
Line by Line Meaning
And here comes my anxiety
I am experiencing intense feelings of worry and fear.
Making me think of everything
My anxiety is causing me to obsessively consider every possible outcome.
Cause every possibility
Because every potential situation, whether good or bad, is on my mind.
Just may come true in front of me
I fear that any of these possibilities may actually come to pass.
In a perfect world
In an ideal situation
Everything just works
Everything happens according to plan.
And everything fits in the box
Everything is neat and orderly.
And nothing really hurts
No one is ever hurt emotionally or physically.
Nothing needs to be predictable or blemish free
In a perfect world, nothing needs to be without flaws or imperfections and everything is unpredictable.
So can't I rescue me
Can't I save myself from this overwhelming feeling?
I'm locked inside and I can't breathe
I feel trapped and suffocated by my anxiety.
I'm stuck in the middle
I am in a difficult situation and feel unable to move in either direction.
Feel the walls closing in on me
I feel claustrophobic and as though my anxiety is closing in on me.
And I just don't know what to be
I am unsure of how to handle my anxiety or how to be myself during this difficult time.
I guess I think too much
I am overthinking things and making myself anxious.
I guess I just can't see
I am unable to perceive things clearly or understand what is happening around me due to my anxiety.
Walking down the street
While walking outside,
Everybody's watching me
It feels as though everyone is paying close attention to my every move.
Going to a place
Heading somewhere
Well maybe the last time I leave
It could be the last time I ever leave that place due to unforeseen circumstances.
Stranger next to me
An unfamiliar person who happens to be nearby.
Possibly escapee
They may have escaped from somewhere, raising suspicion and fear in me.
And anything I ingest
Anything I consume, eat or drink,
Could maybe poison me
May cause harm or illness due to my anxieties.
Don't trust a perfect song
One should not be fooled by songs that aspire towards fictional scenarios of perfection.
Cause perfect people always mess things up
People who believe in perfectionism usually make mistakes and cause problems.
The thing about the world is that it's always slightly off
The world is not perfect and always has flaws.
Cause a perfect earth is just too much
An idealistic utopia has no place in real life.
Writer(s): Groundbreaking
Contributed by Kayla M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TryHardNinja
LOVE 2:41 Please do that more :D I think those metallic dark tones are your biggest strength man. Wish that had a bigger part in this song. Thanks for the song!
@undula3264
TryHardNinja | VIDEO GAME SINGER whoa dude I did not expect to see u here
@gandit
:D
@SillySeal44PlaysMCSillyKinz
TryHardNinja | VIDEO GAME SINGER Hey there tryhardninja
@undula3264
Brocrossfire I know
@cdamobile4197
TryHardNinja | VIDEO GAME SINGER i definetly agree with that
@soulcircuit564
Hey, this is a comment both for Groundbreaking and everyone else stopping to read it-
Ever since I saw Groundbreaking's LA concert, I've been filled with a new hope. A hope things WILL get better for me. I face tons of mental struggles, and my whole life, I've been constantly bullied and there was a time I was sure I would never find a place in this world. I was sure I should just die to let everyone else continue their lives normally- that I was a burden to everyone I loved and cared about. When I saw Groundbreaking was doing a concert in Los Angeles, which was a few states down from me, I wanted to go desperately. Groundbreaking's music has been the only thing tying me together, and I wanted to show him that he's saved people with his beautiful melodies. I doubt he still remembers me, but I'm so glad to have met him. It was a very small concert. Hardly anyone there aside from a few local fans. I was the only one who flew out to see the concert. He was pleased I had flown out to see him, and gave me some advice: 'turn those negatives into positives.'. I took it to heart. Ever since, I've been practicing my art and writing, I've started doing my schooling online and my grades have turned all into As, and now, I'm sure I'm destined for something more too. Groundbreaking was destined to save people with his music- maybe me with my art and writing. I owe everything to Groundbreaking. I'll never forget your kindness towards me, and how you welcomed me at your concert.
Everyone's got a path to go down.
Stay alive guys.
Edit: Thanks Shawn, it means a lot. (: That just turned quite potentially the worst day I've had all day into something really good for me to know you still read my comments from time to time.
@lucid_elis5421
I know the feeling. I've felt like it before until singer or YouTubers have gave me hope. (Groundbreaking has.) Sadly, I can't go see any of them but I still give them support by liking it and being subscribed.
@glorygore1805
I understand how you feel, but you got this dont worry you're strong and you're not alone ❤
@marianjohnson1616
I can agree with you about that.