vanity
Holy Ramen Lyrics

Eyes red bloodshot living in a fantasy
My eyes are bloodshot from spending too much time immersed in a fantasy world.

Slowly losing the grip of reality
Gradually, I'm losing touch with what is truly real.

Scrolling over the same feed repeatedly till we’re forced to go to sleep
I mindlessly scroll through the same content over and over again until exhaustion forces me to sleep.

It’s all just a number’s game at this point
Everything has turned into a competition centered around how many likes and followers one has.

Starting to worth more than the coin
The value of online popularity and recognition is surpassing monetary wealth.

Brand names cover up my insecurities
I use expensive brand names and products as a disguise for my inner doubts and vulnerabilities.

Can’t afford a condo but can sure afford some Gucci
While I may not be able to afford a home, I prioritize buying luxury items like Gucci.

These likes determine my self-confidence
My self-esteem is influenced by the number of likes I receive on social media.

Bring em in I need that shot of dopamine
I crave the rush of dopamine that comes with gaining more likes and attention.

More addictive than methamphetamine
The addiction to online validation is stronger and more consuming than that of methamphetamine.

But we in denial
However, we refuse to acknowledge or accept this reality.

Avoiding warnings from the professionals
We ignore advice and warnings from experts about the negative impacts of excessive social media use.

There ain’t nothing social about this anymore
Social media has become devoid of genuine human connection.

Individual brands tryna determine their worth
People try to establish their value and worth based on their personal brand and online presence.

Online persona you stole my friend’s face
Someone has taken my friend's identity and created a false online persona.

But wait aren’t I just doing the same
However, I realize that I am also guilty of creating an artificial online version of myself.

We all obsessed with the vanity of things
Collectively, we are fixated on materialistic and superficial aspects of life.

Look at my diamond ring
Look at the wealth and status symbol of my diamond ring.

What does it really mean to be living
We question the true essence and meaning of life.

Tryna log off but I’m unable to
I struggle to detach myself from the online world and log off.

Another couple thousand dollars spent on designer shoes
I continue to spend large sums of money on designer shoes without restraint.

Hide my flaws behind some ink and powder
I cover up my imperfections with tattoos and makeup.

It ain’t self-love no more if it’s taking away my power
If this self-focused behavior diminishes my personal agency, it no longer qualifies as self-love.

And Black Mirror tried to warn us
The TV show 'Black Mirror' attempted to caution us about the negative impacts of technology and social media.

But we just take it in for entertainment purposes
Instead, we consume it purely for entertainment without fully considering its message.

Do you feel the nervousness
Can you sense the underlying anxiety that permeates our lives?

When people don’t give you the notices that you would like
We become anxious and disappointed when others don't give us the attention we desire.

Since when did we all become narcissists
At what point did we collectively develop self-centered and self-obsessed behaviors?

And I fear for my mental health all the time
I constantly worry about the state of my mental well-being.

I wish I could just move to the mountains
I yearn for an escape from this superficial lifestyle to find solace in nature.

Peace out goodbye
I long for peace and tranquility, bidding farewell to this chaotic existence.

But problems gotta be dealt with not just ran away from
However, I understand that problems must be confronted and resolved rather than avoided.

Is there hope left for the future our kids will grow up in
I question whether there is any optimism remaining for the future our children will inherit.

Maybe I’m just a pessimist
Perhaps I am inclined to see the negative aspects of life.

Speaking from my own guilt acting as my own therapist
I confess my guilt and acknowledge that I often try to counsel myself.

I’m tripping
I am experiencing a state of confusion or disorientation.

But it gotta be a problem if I’m not the only one feeling it
If others are also experiencing the same issue, then it must be a genuine concern.

Bout to drop some truth bombs
I'm about to reveal some harsh truths.

So y'all better listen up
Therefore, it is crucial that all of you pay close attention.

North American culture
The cultural norms and practices prevalent in North America.

Obsessed with the vanity
Fixated on superficial and materialistic aspects of life.

We’re our own celebrity
We have become celebrities in our own lives, constantly seeking attention and validation.

In our minds flaunting unapologetically
Within our own thoughts, we proudly showcase our achievements without remorse.

Show the good hide the bad
We selectively display our positive aspects while concealing our flaws and weaknesses.

Vicious cycle driving us mad
This destructive pattern continuously pushes us towards insanity.

Hooked on a wire as the eyes above watch us till we expire
We are addicted and trapped in a system where higher powers observe and control us until our eventual demise.

But let’s be honest nothing’s gonna change
Realistically, nothing significant will transform or improve.

New norm nothing strange
The current state of affairs has become so common that nothing surprises us anymore.

I’m just a product of my environment
I am merely a reflection of the world I grew up in, shaped by my surroundings.

Belong to a deprived generation with nothing but a constant need for confirmation
I am part of a generation that lacks fulfillment and craves continuous validation.

I just want a real conversation
All I desire is a genuine and meaningful exchange of thoughts and ideas.

Is that really too much to ask
Am I asking for something unreasonable or excessive?

Can you put down your phone and take off your mask
Can you disconnect from your device and reveal your true self?

Why you spending your whole net worth on the latest merch
Why are you investing all your financial resources on the newest merchandise?

Skipping meals just to say that you got it first
You sacrifice meals in order to be the first to claim ownership of something.

While some people are dying of hunger and thirst
Meanwhile, there are individuals suffering from extreme hunger and thirst.

But it’s not you so turn a blind eye and enjoy your life
Since it doesn't directly affect you, you choose to ignore the issue and continue enjoying your own life.

Though I’m not really the one to talk
However, I understand that I may not be the most credible person to discuss this matter.

I’ve been chained to this lifestyle my soul under lock
I have become enslaved to this shallow way of living, my soul restricted and imprisoned.

Kinda wish there would be some catastrophe
Part of me secretly desires a major catastrophe or event that would disrupt this superficial existence.

And then we can move back into the wilderness and be free
In the aftermath of such a catastrophic event, we could return to a simpler and liberating life in the wilderness.