Demons
Guster Lyrics

The powerful lyrics of Guster's Demons suggest an internal struggle between truth and deception. The first line, "My words confuse you," demonstrates a disconnect between the singer and listener. This could be due to the singer's struggle with honesty, as portrayed in the line "Cause it's easier sometimes not to be sincere." The singer is torn between wanting to be truthful and wanting to avoid the repercussions of telling the truth. Despite this, the singer is still able to make the listener believe them, thus exposing their internal demon.

The chorus of the song, "When I speak I cross my fingers, will you know you've been deceived?", adds to the complexity of the situation. The singer is actively deceiving the listener, but also seems to want to be caught in the act. The lines "I find a need to be the demon, a demon cannot be hurt," hint at the singer's desire to protect themselves by being seen as a negative force, rather than a vulnerable human being. The repetition of the chorus at the end of the song emphasizes the internal battle the singer is facing, and the desperation for someone to notice and reach out to them.

Overall, Guster's Demons is a poignant exploration of the struggle between honesty and deception, and the desire to protect oneself from vulnerability.