Skin
Lael Lyrics


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All I've got is my skin
It's fading slowly
Feel it while you can
But don't act like you know me
Forgive all my sins
Wear them all like trophies
Work as hard as I can
So you don't own me
Can't waste my time
Until I feel better
Just say goodbye
See you never
All my life
So much better alone
Alone
So feel me
Don't kill me
So feel me
Don't kill me
You deserve the world
Even if it all burns down
What's it really worth
If you never try?
I deserve the world
Even if it all burns down
What's it really worth
We're all gonna die
All I've got is my skin
It's fading slowly
Feel it while you can
But don't act like you know me
Forgive all my sins
Wear them all like trophies
Work as hard as I can
So you don't own me
Can't waste my time
Until I feel better
Just say goodbye
See you never
All my life
So much better alone
Alone
So feel me
Don't kill me




So feel me
Don't kill me

Overall Meaning

The song "Skin" by Lael is a powerful anthem about self-acceptance and the struggle to be truly understood. The opening line "All I've got is my skin, it's fading slowly" immediately sets the tone for the song, highlighting the fragility and impermanence of our physical selves. Lael encourages her audience to appreciate their own skin and bodies while they still have them, at the same time warning against presuming to know someone just based on their exterior appearance.


The subsequent lines "Forgive all my sins, wear them all like trophies" speaks to the idea that we should own our mistakes and flaws, rather than try to hide them. She urges us to work hard to resist the pressure to conform to others' expectations and control. This is forcefully expressed in the line "So you don't own me", which suggests a longing for personal autonomy and the desire to live life according to one's own terms.


The second half of the song repeats the opening verse, emphasizing the message that we should live life on our own terms without allowing others to define us. In the chorus, Lael acknowledges both her own worth and the inherent value of every individual, regardless of their flaws.


Overall, "Skin" is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged song that encourages listeners to embrace their inner selves and reject societal pressures and judgments.


Line by Line Meaning

All I've got is my skin
I have nothing else but my physical body


It's fading slowly
My skin is getting weaker and less healthy with time


Feel it while you can
Enjoy and appreciate my presence while I am still physically here


But don't act like you know me
Do not assume you understand my experiences or who I am as a person


Forgive all my sins
Please pardon me for any wrongdoings I may have committed


Wear them all like trophies
I accept responsibility for my mistakes and choose to learn from them


Work as hard as I can
I will put in maximum effort and dedication to achieve my goals


So you don't own me
I will not allow anyone to control or manipulate my actions or thoughts


Can't waste my time
I cannot afford to spend time on things that do not benefit me or make me happy


Until I feel better
I will only pursue activities that positively impact my mental and emotional well-being


Just say goodbye
Leave my life if you do not appreciate or respect me


See you never
I do not want people who bring negativity into my life to return


All my life
Throughout my entire existence


So much better alone
I am happier and more fulfilled by myself


So feel me
Understand and empathize with my struggles and experiences


Don't kill me
Do not harm or judge me for who I am or what I do


You deserve the world
You are worthy of being treated with love, respect, and kindness


Even if it all burns down
Even if everything falls apart, you still deserve to be happy and fulfilled


What's it really worth
What is the value of something if it does not bring you genuine happiness and fulfillment?


If you never try?
You should take risks and pursue your dreams, even if it means facing failures or setbacks


I deserve the world
I am just as worthy of love, respect, and success as anyone else


We're all gonna die
Remembering our mortality should motivate us to live our lives to the fullest




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Lael Hansen, Shamlo Faek

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Lael Hansen

this is the rawest song i ever wrote. i didn't put any autotune or bells & whistles on the track. i wanted to preserve the moment in its purest state, imperfections and all. every time i hear this song, i remember how i felt at that moment, and i feel like the way i expressed myself could help others feel heard. this is going to be a song that isn't for everybody, but the people who feel it, feel it. if you're one of those people, let me know.

jNxghtmare

I feel it

jNxghtmare

Change my mind this is the most favorite song from the album 😢❤

Torisaacpsula Progamer

is not rawest

Faith Strong

Just randomly found your channel. Never seen any of your prior videos, but now I’m watching every song. I relate a lot to your lyrics. Keep pushing through and using music as your therapy.

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I LOVE THIS SONG THIS AIN'T RAWEST SONG I LOVE THIS YALLLL

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This song makes my heart sing ❤

Sam K

Loving the raw vocals.

Lael Hansen

thank u my love ❤ it means the world 2 me

Sammy Sammy

I can literally relate to all of the songs in this album. Especially skin, bully, garbage bag, remember me and no place like home. Literally all of them. I suffer from BPD and experience severe episodes and almost always feel that I’m misheard and misunderstood by the society and the loved ones. Even though there is no one around, I can feel through your songs so much support. I’ve been your supporter since 2018 and own your I think first merch called “all rappers go to heaven”. We’ve spoken with you on occasions too and I love you for that. I am so fucking proud of what you’ve become I just want you to keep going. Seeing you shining gives me joy. Much love to you and your loved ones.
LilSammy (I hope you remember me from ig)❤️

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