Crucifix
Lo-tel Lyrics

The lyrics to Lo-tel's song Crucifix are an introspective examination of envy and admiration of someone who appears to have all the confidence and self-assurance that the singer lacks. In the first verse, the singer describes how this person wears a crucifix as if it were a badge of honor, and how they seem to attract attention with their confident demeanor. However, the singer acknowledges that this person is also somewhat disconnected from their surroundings, likening them to a "dead man" with a scar. The pre-chorus reveals that although the singer is jealous of this person's confidence and charisma, they are also aware that they themselves are not as impressive. In the chorus, the singer admits to lying awake at night thinking about this person, and how they reach the conclusion that they don't hate them, they just want to be them. The second verse describes how this person appears to be successful in their material possessions, but that their mind is in turmoil.

The lyrics of Crucifix explore a relatable theme of envy and the desire to be someone else. The use of religious imagery with the crucifix adds an extra layer of depth, as religious symbols often represent a higher power or wisdom that the singer feels they lack. The repetition of the pre-chorus and chorus throughout the song gives a sense of obsession and the internal struggle the singer is experiencing. The song concludes with a final reiteration of the first verse, as if to emphasize the cyclical nature of the singer's thoughts and feelings.