Monogamy
I Heart Sharks Lyrics


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This is how we roll, how we roll,
we've got our masks on tonight.
We wear rings of gold, rings of gold,
but they're plastic, right.

We hang around with deadbeats,
fucking up our heartbeats with chemicals,
and we're dreaming of sleep,
but only cause we're told to.

So please, don't close your eyes.
We'll run through the concrete,
and dance through the flashlights.
Please, don't close your eyes,
I'm keeping mine open tonight.

Oh no, sleep is a disease.
I'm keeping mine open tonight.





I, I dream of sleep.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to I Heart Sharks's song Monogamy portray a hedonistic, yet hollow lifestyle that is often romanticized by young people as they chase temporary pleasures and indulgences. The song begins by noting the characters' deceptive behaviors--they wear masks and plastic rings--suggesting that they are not true to themselves, nor are they committed to any one person or lifestyle. They then proceed to describe how they "hang around with deadbeats" and engage in self-destructive behaviors, without experiencing any actual joy or euphoria.


In the chorus, the lead vocalist pleads with the listener to stay awake and present, to avoid the biological vulnerability of sleep, possibly indicating a reluctance to confront their internal struggles or demons. The phrase "sleep is a disease" also suggests that the characters view commitment or routine as a burden, preferring instead to remain in a constant state of flux and uncertainty.


Overall, the song highlights the themes of escapism, nihilism, and disconnection that are often associated with modern youth culture, while simultaneously alluding to the ultimate emptiness and futility of such a lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

This is how we roll, how we roll, we've got our masks on tonight.
We are living our nightlife by wearing masks and hiding our true selves.


We wear rings of gold, rings of gold, but they're plastic, right.
Our materialistic symbols of love and commitment are fake and meaningless.


We hang around with deadbeats, fucking up our heartbeats with chemicals, and we're dreaming of sleep, but only cause we're told to.
We are wasting our lives with bad company, drugs, and meaningless pursuits, yet we still yearn for rest but only because society tells us to do so.


So please, don't close your eyes. We'll run through the concrete, and dance through the flashlights. Please, don't close your eyes, I'm keeping mine open tonight.
Let's keep our eyes open to the harsh reality of our reckless lifestyle and enjoy the moment while it lasts.


Oh no, sleep is a disease. I'm keeping mine open tonight.
Sleep is an undesirable state as it exposes us to our true selves and problems, so I choose to stay awake.


I, I dream of sleep.
Despite my words, I still yearn for the comfort and safety of sleep.




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