When The Music Stops
Hannah-Rose Lyrics
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Try as I will but I just can't fight
This weight on my chest that's holding me down
Feel like any second in my sheets I could drown
Everyday feels the same all bleeding into one
If I could escape I can't tell you how fast I'd run
To anywhere as long as its away from here
If I had the chance in a second I'd disappear
Like a wasp trapped inside myself I keep getting stung
And my mind won't let me get out of bed
Think I'll just stay inside
Trapped in my head
And I just wanna know
When will it stop hurting?
When will I feel okay?
God please tell me
Will there ever come a day?
When I don't wake up
And feel this way
I just wanna know
God I really can't breathe
Feel like the dark in the room is suffocating me
Try not to think but I just can't stop
Wish the voice in my head would just shut the fuck up
Feel myself fight for control
Can I cut myself or am I too old?
Wonder if that would make me feel better or worse
Think I might've inherited the family curse
Play the same song again and again
Repeat the part that makes me feel sad at the end
Haunted by images I conjure in my mind
Think they might follow me till the day I die
And I just wanna know
When will it stop hurting?
When will I feel okay?
God please tell me
Will there ever come a day?
When I don't wake up
And feel this way
I just wanna know
"When The Music Stops" by Hannah-Rose is a deeply introspective and emotionally raw song that delves into the artist's struggles with mental health and the overwhelming pain that comes with it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the singer's daily existence, where the weight of their emotions holds them down, leaving them feeling trapped and suffocated.
The opening lines describe the struggle to wake up and face the day, as the weight on their chest weighs them down and threatens to engulf them. The repetition of everyday life is unbearable, and the desire to escape and run away from it all is palpable. The pain they feel is like a constant sting, echoing the feeling of being trapped and unable to find relief.
The second verse illustrates the battle happening within the singer's mind. They feel paralyzed and unable to leave the confines of their bed, trapped in their own thoughts. The suffocating darkness and the persistent voice in their head only add to their anguish. They contemplate self-harm as a possible escape from their pain, wondering if it would provide any solace or only make things worse. There is also a suggestion of a family history of mental health struggles, adding another layer of complexity to the singer's pain.
The chorus represents the desperate plea for relief and some semblance of normalcy. The singer yearns for the pain to stop and questions when they will finally feel okay again. They seek solace from a higher power, seeking answers and a glimmer of hope that things will get better. The mention of not waking up feeling this way hints at the desire for a renewal, a day where their pain no longer consumes them.
This song beautifully captures the internal struggles and vulnerability of someone battling with mental health issues. It vocalizes the longing for relief and the plea for understanding and support. Ultimately, it serves as a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion toward those who may be silently suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
My eyes creep open from the afternoon light
I reluctantly wake up, feeling the weight of the day upon me
Try as I will but I just can't fight
Despite my efforts, I can't overcome my struggles
This weight on my chest that's holding me down
I feel burdened by a heavy emotional weight
Feel like any second in my sheets I could drown
I feel overwhelmed to the point of suffocation, even in my own bed
Everyday feels the same all bleeding into one
The monotony of each day merges together, blurring into an indistinguishable routine
If I could escape I can't tell you how fast I'd run
I yearn for an escape, without knowing how desperately I'd seize the opportunity
To anywhere as long as its away from here
I desire to be anywhere else, as long as it's far from my current reality
If I had the chance in a second I'd disappear
Given the chance, I would vanish in an instant, seeking respite from my pain
Pain so deep feel it swelling in my lungs
The agony I feel is so profound that it physically weighs on me, suffocating my breathing
Like a wasp trapped inside myself I keep getting stung
My emotions torment me relentlessly, akin to a trapped wasp repeatedly stinging me
And my mind won't let me get out of bed
My thoughts prevent me from finding the strength to leave my bed
Think I'll just stay inside
I contemplate isolating myself within the confines of my own mind
Trapped in my head
I feel imprisoned within the labyrinth of my own thoughts and emotions
And I just wanna know
I desperately seek understanding and answers
When will it stop hurting?
I long for the pain to cease, to find relief from my suffering
When will I feel okay?
I yearn for the moment when I can finally experience a sense of tranquility and well-being
God please tell me
I plead for some divine guidance or intervention
Will there ever come a day?
I question if there will ever be a time
When I don't wake up
A moment when I won't awaken
And feel this way
To be free from the pain and emotional turmoil I experience upon waking
God I really can't breathe
I feel as if I am gasping for air, overwhelmed by my circumstances
Feel like the dark in the room is suffocating me
The darkness around me feels crushing, constricting my ability to breathe freely
Try not to think but I just can't stop
I attempt to silence my thoughts, but they persist uncontrollably
Wish the voice in my head would just shut the fuck up
I yearn for inner peace, wishing the constant inner voice would cease its torment
Feel myself fight for control
I struggle to regain a sense of control over my emotions and thoughts
Can I cut myself or am I too old?
I contemplate self-harm as a means to alleviate my pain, questioning if it is still a viable option
Wonder if that would make me feel better or worse
I ponder the potential effects of self-inflicted pain, questioning if it would offer any relief or exacerbate my suffering
Think I might've inherited the family curse
I entertain the notion that my struggles stem from an inherited pattern of affliction within my family
Play the same song again and again
I find solace in the repetition of a particular song, seeking comfort in its familiarity
Repeat the part that makes me feel sad at the end
I continuously replay the section of the song that evokes sadness within me, perhaps finding solace in shared emotions
Haunted by images I conjure in my mind
My mind is tormented by disturbing and haunting imagery that I create within my own thoughts
Think they might follow me till the day I die
I suspect these haunting images will accompany me throughout my life, haunting me until the end
And I just wanna know
My desire for understanding and answers remains unchanged
When will it stop hurting?
I yearn for the pain to subside, longing for relief
When will I feel okay?
I seek the day when I can experience a sense of inner peace and well-being
God please tell me
I continue to plead for divine guidance or reassurance
Will there ever come a day?
I persistently question if there will ever be a day
When I don't wake up
A moment when I won't awaken
And feel this way
To be free from the emotional pain and turmoil that engulfs me upon waking
I just wanna know
I simply yearn for understanding and clarity
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Written by: Milo Laux
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