Tell Me Why
J-Roc Lyrics

The lyrics of J-Roc's song "Tell Me Why" paint a picture of a person born into a dark and dreary world. The only thing they pray for is to fly away one day and see the blue sky they once saw. They arrived in a city full of anxiety and expectations, carrying both with them. They remember feeling sadness in the dirty train station they arrived at, but also learned about women who have both lies and truth within them. The chorus asks why they've become the way they are now, whether they have a home to return to, and what their current situation is.

The second verse speaks of overcoming the difficulties they face, such as the "needle mountain" and the "rain of fists," to reach for the sky they once saw. However, they also compromise old promises for money and begin to walk down a path of showing off their new wealth. They are surprised at themselves for doing so while constantly sharpening their knives. The chorus repeats, demanding an explanation for how they've reached the point of having no home to return to.

"Tell Me Why" speaks to the feelings of hopelessness, despair, and longing for a brighter future that many may experience. The use of imagery like the blue sky and needle mountain paints a vivid picture of a complex world, while the repetition of the chorus adds to the melancholy tone of the song. The ambiguous ending leaves listeners to decide for themselves what the answers are to the questions posed.