It Doesn't Have To Change
Ignant Benches Lyrics
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Coquette in dreams
To not sugarcoat
Well, you′re missing out
Evenings of heat
Grinding my teeth
Oh, you just love when they're making out
And I know the collective consensus was no you and us
It doesn′t have to change for once
But I hope it does
How does it taste
Drained of all grace?
I'm a mess but I'm also a failure, alone, and depressed
I′m a blank face
I′m a mistake
I'm the evil that′s roaming your garden and chasing the snake
I'm counting the seconds till somebody mеntions your name
It doesn′t have to change for once
But, I hope it does
This solopsist's sorry this mess couldn′t bring you more fun
It doesn't have to change
Oh, but i hope it does
The song “It Doesn’t Have To Change” by Ignant Benches explores themes of isolation, longing, and the desire for change. The opening lines describe a person who is subtle and not easily seen, perhaps someone who is overlooked or misunderstood by others. The use of the word “coquette,” which refers to a flirtatious woman, suggests a sense of playfulness or flirtation in the singer’s dreams. However, the song quickly turns darker, with images of grinding teeth and jealousy over other people’s love connections.
The chorus repeats the phrase “It doesn’t have to change for once, but I hope it does.” This line implies that the singer is stuck in a pattern and is hoping for a new direction. It also suggests a sense of dissatisfaction with the current state of things. The verse that follows deepens this feeling of discontent, with the singer describing themselves as a “mess” who is also a “failure, alone, and depressed.” The lines “I’m a blank face / I’m a mistake” indicate a deep sense of self-doubt and insecurity.
The song’s closing lines are particularly powerful, with the singer counting the seconds until someone mentions the name of the person they’re longing for. The repeated line “It doesn’t have to change” is a reminder that change is not always guaranteed or even desirable. However, the phrase “but I hope it does” suggests an underlying optimism and a willingness to take a risk in pursuit of a happier future.
Line by Line Meaning
Subtle not seen
Not easily noticeable or apparent
Coquette in dreams
Being flirtatious or teasing, especially in a dream state or state of imagination
To not sugarcoat
Being upfront and honest, without concealing or glossing over details
Well, you're missing out
A statement indicating that the person being spoken to is not seeing the full picture or experiencing the full range of emotions
Evenings of heat
Intense and passionate moments
Grinding my teeth
Feeling stress or anxiety, often accompanied by physical manifestations like teeth grinding
Oh, you just love when they're making out
A sarcastic statement that implies the person being spoken to enjoys watching or thinking about other people engaging in public displays of affection
And I know the collective consensus was no you and us
Acknowledging that others have expressed doubt regarding the compatibility of two people in a relationship
It doesn't have to change for once
Stating that a situation or dynamic doesn't necessarily have to change, suggesting a desire for things to remain the same
But I hope it does
Indicating a wish or desire for things to improve or evolve
How does it taste
A question that suggests disappointment or dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs
Drained of all grace?
Feeling depleted or exhausted, with negative connotations of having lost one's good qualities or morale
I'm a mess but I'm also a failure, alone, and depressed
Expressing a feeling of being overwhelmed or struggling, and also feeling like a failure or experiencing self-doubt and sadness
I'm a blank face
Feeling disconnected or emotionless, with a lack of outward expression
I'm a mistake
A self-deprecating statement indicating a belief that one is inherently flawed or unworthy
I'm the evil that's roaming your garden and chasing the snake
A metaphorical statement comparing oneself to a negative or malevolent force in someone else's life
I'm counting the seconds till somebody mentions your name
Expressing an intense desire to hear about or see someone again
It doesn't have to change for once
A repetition of an earlier statement that suggests a reluctance to alter the status quo
But, I hope it does
A repetition of an earlier statement that implies a sense of longing or aspiration for something better
This solopsist's sorry this mess couldn't bring you more fun
An acknowledgement of feeling at fault or responsible for someone's unhappiness or dissatisfaction
It doesn't have to change
The repetition of the earlier statement, suggesting that the artist is accepting of the current situation
Oh, but I hope it does
The repetition of the earlier statement, indicating that the artist still desires a change despite their acceptance
Writer(s): Andres Tistoj, Ruben Gutierrez, Anson Kelley, Mauro Rocha
Contributed by Avery F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.