Fresh Air
June Gloom Lyrics
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I keep on waiting just to see what you'll say
It's entertaining but it won't last for long
You're medicating just like nothing was wrong
When was the last time we kicked it around
Fake invitations get left on the ground
Congratulations, you've figured it out
I lose myself complaining
You've been faking your way
It's a shame I can't relate it back to me
They have no sympathy for what he was dealt
He's steady shaking and afraid of himself
"Feeling so flaky and it's freaking me out
Wish I could understand what it's all about
Sometimes I hate him but I'll keep him alive
But what's the point in going out every night
When I'm too scared to step inside
The lights are flashing and I wash away
I lose myself complaining
You've been faking your way
It's a shame I can't relate it back to me
You get washed away
I lose myself complaining
You've been faking your way
It's a shame I can't relate it back to me
The song "Fresh Air" by June Gloom explores themes of disillusionment, conflict, and self-reflection. The lyrics suggest a sense of detachment and scrutiny towards someone, possibly a public figure or someone who presents themselves in a performative and fake manner. The line "You're candid camera and we're watching all day" implies that the subject is being observed and judged constantly.
The singer expresses a mix of fascination and skepticism towards this person, noting that their entertaining facade won't last long and questioning their reliance on medication to ignore their problems. There is a tone of dissatisfaction with the current situation, as indicated by the line "When was the last time we kicked it around," suggesting a lack of genuine connection and meaningful interaction.
The second verse delves into the internal struggles of both the subject and the singer. The subject is described as being unstable, fearful, and self-conscious, while the singer admits to sometimes hating this person but feeling compelled to keep them alive in some way. This complexity suggests a deep personal connection and a struggle to reconcile conflicting emotions.
The chorus reflects the singer's frustration and a feeling of losing oneself in constant complaint. The phrase "It's a shame I can't relate it back to me" suggests a desire for connection and understanding, but an inability to fully grasp or empathize with the subject's experiences. There is a longing for a more authentic connection and a sense of disappointment that it is not possible in the current circumstances.
Overall, "Fresh Air" paints a picture of a superficial and detached world, where both the observer and the observed are grappling with their own inner conflicts and yearning for genuine human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
You're candid camera and we're watching all day
You're constantly observing others, like a hidden camera, and we're constantly watching your actions and words.
I keep on waiting just to see what you'll say
I continue to anticipate your response to see how you will react or what you will say.
It's entertaining but it won't last for long
Your behavior might be amusing for now, but it is not sustainable in the long run.
You're medicating just like nothing was wrong
You're resorting to self-medication as if there are no underlying problems or issues.
When was the last time we kicked it around
When was the last time we casually hung out or spent time together without any specific plans?
Fake invitations get left on the ground
Insincere or false invitations are ignored and disregarded.
Congratulations, you've figured it out
Congratulations, you have finally understood or solved something.
The doors are open and you wash away
Opportunities are available for you, but you let them slip away or fade quickly.
I lose myself complaining
I lose my sense of self and purpose by constantly complaining.
You've been faking your way
You have been pretending or acting falsely to navigate your way through situations.
It's a shame I can't relate it back to me
It's disappointing that I cannot draw a connection or find personal relevance in what you're going through.
They have no sympathy for what he was dealt
Others lack sympathy or understanding for the challenges he has faced or the cards he has been dealt in life.
He's steady shaking and afraid of himself
He is consistently trembling or anxious and fearful of his own thoughts or actions.
"Feeling so flaky and it's freaking me out
Having unpredictable or unreliable behavior makes me feel uneasy or disturbed.
Wish I could understand what it's all about
I wish I could comprehend or grasp the meaning or purpose behind it all.
Sometimes I hate him but I'll keep him alive
At times, I harbor resentment or negativity towards him, but I will continue to support and keep him going.
But what's the point in going out every night
However, what is the purpose or significance of constantly going out and engaging in social activities every night?
When I'm too scared to step inside
Because I am too fearful or hesitant to take a step forward or enter into new experiences or situations.
The lights are flashing and I wash away
The bright lights are overwhelming, causing me to feel like I am losing myself or being cleansed away.
You get washed away
You get carried away or forgotten in the process.
I lose myself complaining
I lose my sense of self and purpose by constantly complaining.
You've been faking your way
You have been pretending or acting falsely to navigate your way through situations.
It's a shame I can't relate it back to me
It's disappointing that I cannot draw a connection or find personal relevance in what you're going through.
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Written by: Jesse Paller
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