vanity
Lost in Tears Lyrics

The lyrics to "Vanity" by Lost in Tears convey a sense of frustration and disappointment towards someone who is not on the same level, mentally or emotionally. The singer in the song is essentially telling the person to keep their problems to themselves, as they are not interested in hearing them. The singer highlights the differences between them and the other person, emphasizing that the other person has not experienced the same level of hardship, and therefore, their complaints are insignificant. The singer is essentially instructing the other person to wake up to the reality of the situation, and not to lament over their own misfortunes.

The song's pre-chorus, "Although you mourn today and shed a thousand tears, a smile will soon appear. Although you mourn today, I know you'll laugh tomorrow. So let me drown in my sorrow," provides an interesting contrast to the singer's attitude. While he is telling the other person not to complain, he is resigned to his own sorrow and despair. The singer is essentially telling the other person that their situation is not as bad as they think, while acknowledging that his own problems are unmanageable.