Blending hypnotic bumps with flower petal lullabies, his sorrowful and emotional tracks feel like dancing with the lights off. Like crying and smiling at the same time. Perhaps a fitting manifesto of his music can be heard on the track “onoffonoff,” when Keshi sings “kiss me when you hurt me.” Emotional, heartfelt, and sincere, his bedroom blues will remain in your head for days/weeks to come.
atlas
Keshi Lyrics
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Tired I'm falling to my knees
I'm weighted
Carry me home like you used to
When I burn my organs, pour the bourbon
Bear my burdens for the moment
Can I get some help that's a hell no
Atlas shrugged his shoulders
Said he'd drop that boulder
Call me in the morning when I'm sober
Find me in the corner in a coma
Bottoms up
Never stop, I don't think we had enough
Out of touch, maybe I don't give a fuck
Probably not yeah I think I'm falling off, falling off
I don't belong here, lemme start over
I wanna sleep so wake me up when I'm older
Do not disturb, lost when I'm dreaming
Kick to that curb all my angels and demons
Guess I'm a little bit scared
Of the things I don't understand
Finding semblance of comfort
That nothing will go like I planned
Atlas shrugged his shoulders
Said he'd drop that boulder
Call me in the morning when I'm sober
Find me in the corner in a coma
Bottoms up
Never stop, I don't think we had enough
Out of touch, maybe I don't give a fuck
Probably not yeah I think I'm falling off, falling off
Bottoms up
Never stop, I don't think we had enough
Out of touch, maybe I don't give a fuck
Probably not yeah I think I'm falling off, falling off
The lyrics of Keshi's song "Atlas" explores feelings of exhaustion, being lost, and the desire to be helped. The song begins with the lines "I can't take it, Tired I'm falling to my knees, I'm weighted, Carry me home like you used to." These lines suggest that the singer is physically and emotionally tired and is seeking support from someone. When the singer asks for help, they are met with disappointment as the lines "Can I get some help that's a hell no, But I bet she'd break her neck for that cell phone" reveal.
The main metaphor used in the song is referencing the Titan Atlas from Greek mythology. The lines "Atlas shrugged his shoulders, Said he'd drop that boulder, Call me in the morning when I'm sober, Find me in the corner in a coma" allude to Atlas holding up the world and the weight he carries being unbearable. This metaphor represents the burdens that the singer is carrying and the feeling of not being able to handle them anymore.
Overall, "Atlas" is a song that explores the complexities of the human experience, specifically, the desire to be supported when we are struggling, and the feeling of being lost and exhausted when navigating challenges. It encourages listeners to seek help if they are going through a tough time and that sometimes it's okay to start over.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't take it
I am unable to deal with the current situation
Tired I'm falling to my knees
I am exhausted and feel weak
I'm weighted
I feel heavy and burdened
Carry me home like you used to
Please help me through this tough time, like you have before
When I burn my organs, pour the bourbon
When I feel emotional pain, I turn to alcohol to numb it
Bear my burdens for the moment
I want someone to carry my problems temporarily
Can I get some help that's a hell no
I am not receiving any assistance, despite asking for it
But I bet she'd break her neck for that cell phone
Someone else would prioritize a phone over helping me
Atlas shrugged his shoulders
A reference to the mythical figure Atlas, who held up the world on his shoulders
Said he'd drop that boulder
Even Atlas would struggle to bear all of life's burdens
Call me in the morning when I'm sober
Don't bother me until I have a clear head to deal with my problems
Find me in the corner in a coma
I feel overwhelmed and unable to cope
Bottoms up
I am going to drink more alcohol
Never stop, I don't think we had enough
We're going to keep drinking until we feel better
Out of touch, maybe I don't give a fuck
I am unaware of what's happening around me or I don't care
Probably not yeah I think I'm falling off, falling off
I doubt that I am okay, I feel like I'm losing control
I don't belong here, lemme start over
I feel out of place and want to start fresh
I wanna sleep so wake me up when I'm older
I want to escape my problems and wake up to a better future
Do not disturb, lost when I'm dreaming
I am struggling to find peace, even when I'm asleep
Kick to that curb all my angels and demons
I want to leave all of my inner conflicts behind
Guess I'm a little bit scared
I am afraid of what the future holds
Of the things I don't understand
I am uncertain about what's going on around me
Finding semblance of comfort
I am searching for a sense of relief or safety
That nothing will go like I planned
I don't expect things to turn out as I hoped
Writer(s): Casey Thai Luong
Contributed by Madelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.