existential crisis
Lazy Bones Lyrics


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Breathe in dear
Take all the paths
Laid out for you they're there
An existential crisis blowing
Everything into your garden

We can leave it all behind
Just you and I for now
I won't be the one to save you
I could be the one to take you home

Breathe in dear
Take all the paths
Laid out for you they're there
An existential crisis blowing
Everything into your garden

We can leave it all behind
Just you and I for now

I won't be the one to save you
I could be the one to take you home

Overall Meaning

In "Existential Crisis," Lazy Bones is speaking to someone caught in a crisis, possibly questioning the meaning of their existence. The lyrics are advising the listener to take a deep breath, and take all the paths that are available or laid out for them. It is almost as if they must embrace the uncertainty and ambiguity of life in that moment. And although everything feels uprooted, one must continue to move forward, completely accepting of the changes, feeling as if everything has blown into their garden. The lyrics go on to mention that they could leave it all behind, just the two of them for now, without any pressure or expectations. The singer admits that they cannot save the other person but could take them home, showing that they could offer comfort and support.


Throughout the song, the lyrics seem to capture the essence of experiencing an existential crisis. The idea that everything one has known or believed to be true is unraveling is fascinating. The lyric of an "existential crisis blowing everything into your garden" perfectly captures how one can flip from feeling like they have control over their lives to feeling like they are spinning out of control. Lazy Bones makes it clear that accepting change and uncertainty is essential and valid, even though it can be challenging. In summary, the song encourages listeners to find their way and seek their truth, even if one must take a step back and start over.


Line by Line Meaning

Breathe in dear
Relax and take a deep breath, my dear.


Take all the paths
Explore all the options and alternatives available to you.


Laid out for you they're there
There are numerous opportunities and possible paths laid out for you to choose from.


An existential crisis blowing
A profound inner conflict that challenges your beliefs and the meaning of your existence.


Everything into your garden
This crisis is affecting and invading your personal space.


We can leave it all behind
Let's forget about all the external pressures and just focus on our own well-being.


Just you and I for now
We will face our struggles together, just the two of us.


I won't be the one to save you
I can't solve your inner conflicts for you, but I can offer support and understanding.


I could be the one to take you home
I can be there for you and offer you comfort when you need it most.




Writer(s): Caleb Revel Matheson, Brendan Olivieri, Samuel Stein

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