In 2015 Barr announced that he had parted ways with the band due to musical differences. Since his departure, Michael Barr now releases R&B/Pop/Soul inspired music.
FENCE
Michael Barr Lyrics
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I put their heads up on the fence,
Drink what's under the sink and then I'm curling up
Then I kill myself instead
I bet you woke up on the brink,
Face the mirror, is all you see
I'm coming back to get my things
I don't wanna' be the drug you tame
(I don't wanna' do this shit again, shit again)
You caught me out there jaded
Burnin' and breaking'
Call me, won't pick up my phone
I know you hate this lately, go ahead and hate me
Drunk driving to you, I'm home
I made it downstairs now I'm waiting for you
Now I'm waiting for you
I don't wanna' do this shit again
(I don't wanna do, shit again)
I don't wanna' be the drug you tame
All my friends are dead,
I put their heads up on the fence,
Drink what's under the sink and then I'm curling up
And I kill myself instead
I bet you woke up on the brink,
Face the mirror, is all you see
I'm giving up now
I don't wanna' do this shit again (shit again)
I don't wanna' be the drug you tame
The lyrics to Michael Barr's song "Fence" appear to describe a person who is struggling with addiction and suicidal thoughts. The singer mentions that "all [their] friends are dead" and how they have put their heads up on the fence. This could indicate that the singer's closest friends have succumbed to their own addictions or that the singer is isolating themselves due to their own struggles. The line "drink what's under the sink" suggests that the singer is consuming toxic substances in order to numb themselves from their pain.
The singer then mentions that they are "burnin' and breaking'" and that they know their loved ones hate them lately. The line "drunk driving to you, I'm home" implies a dangerous recklessness on the singer's part, possibly indicating that they are attempting to escape from their problems and responsibilities through substance abuse. The repeated phrase "I don't wanna do this shit again" shows a sense of desperation on the part of the singer, as they are trapped in a cycle of addiction and destructive behavior.
Overall, the lyrics to "Fence" offer a stark portrayal of the struggles of addiction and suicidal thoughts. The singer is clearly in a dark place and is struggling to find a way out of their pain.
Line by Line Meaning
All my friends are dead,
I feel alone and disconnected from the world, as if everyone I knew and cared about is gone.
I put their heads up on the fence,
I have erected a monument to my loss and pain as a way of keeping it close to me.
Drink what's under the sink and then I'm curling up
I am self-medicating with whatever substances are available, trying to ease my pain and escape reality.
Then I kill myself instead
I am constantly tempted by the idea of ending my own life as a way of escaping the pain and suffering I feel.
I bet you woke up on the brink,
I imagine that other people are also struggling with intense emotions and feelings of hopelessness and despair.
Face the mirror, is all you see
When I look at myself, I see someone who is broken and lost, unable to heal from the wounds of the past.
I'm coming back to get my things
Despite my feelings of pain and despair, I am determined to push forward and take control of my life and my future.
I don't wanna' do this shit again (shit again)
I don't want to keep experiencing this pain and hopelessness over and over again, but I'm not sure how to break the cycle.
I don't wanna' be the drug you tame
I don't want to be someone that others use to make themselves feel better or to escape from their own pain and struggles.
You caught me out there jaded
You have caught me in a moment of cynicism and despair, where I feel like there is no hope for the future.
Burnin' and breaking'
My emotions and pain are so intense that they feel like they are physically burning and breaking me from the inside out.
Call me, won't pick up my phone
I am withdrawing from the world and cutting myself off from others as a way of dealing with my pain and disconnection.
I know you hate this lately, go ahead and hate me
I am aware that my behavior and attitude is frustrating and difficult for others to deal with, but I can't help it and they have every right to be angry and hurt.
Drunk driving to you, I'm home
I am using alcohol and other substances to numb myself, even to the point of putting myself and others in danger, as a way of feeling like I am returning to some sense of normalcy or home.
I made it downstairs now I'm waiting for you
I have taken the first step towards reconnecting with the world, but I still need others to come to me and offer their support and help.
I don't wanna' do this shit again
I don't want to keep experiencing this pain and despair or repeating the same self-destructive behaviors that have led me here.
(I don't wanna do, shit again)
I am desperate for a way out of this cycle of pain and self-destruction.
I'm giving up now
I am exhausted and drained from trying to keep pushing forward and finding a way out of my pain and suffering.
Contributed by Tyler M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@martingomez6492
All my friends are dead
I put their heads up on the fence
Drink whats under the sink and then i’m curling up
Then I kill myself instead
I bet you woke up on the brink
Face the mirror is all you see
I’m coming back to get my things
I don’t wanna’ do this shit again
I don’t wanna’ be the drug you tame
You caught me out there jaded
Burnin’ and breaking’
Call me wont pick up my phone
I know you hate this lately go ahead and hate me
Drunk driving to you I’m home
I made it downstairs now I’m waiting for you
I don’t wanna’ do this shit again
I don’t wanna’ be the drug you tame
All my friends are dead
I put their heads up on the fence
Drink whats under the sink and then i’m curling up
Then I kill myself instead
I bet you woke up on the brink
Face the mirror is all you see
I’m giving up now
I don’t wanna’ do this shit again
I don’t wanna’ be the drug you tame
@ThommyKane
The most slept on talent in the industry. Period
@existexit
Goddamn this chorus ended up working so well in "Get Enough". Glad to have you back in Volumes.
@Chronoroth
It took 4 years for Spotify to recommend this gem to me? Such disappoint. Great stuff! Subbed.
@kylewarner93
This dude is much better than mainstream artists. I loved his shit in volumes but this is so chill and relaxing. I dig it
@OnMyRock
He got Joji vibe before joji himself started to blown up.
Michael you're incredible! :D
@athenawhitley9508
don't know who produces your music, but fuck man. they do such a killer job and really know how to compliment your voice so well. best EP/ album I've heard this year hands down
@Therysin
this entire album is damn good.
@AdamBarkleyMusic
Best song on the EP! Love it, dude!
@OpenMouthReactionsAreFake.
THIS IS MY FAV SONG!!
@dasvidanya2694
Commenting before this guy is famous