Pillowcase
Old ways Lyrics
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Undo any progress that I've made
I'm better left undone
So I lay down with the setting sun
I'm so sad to see
What a shame
What a pity
Fall right through the seams in my pillowcase
I won't bother waiting for the summer to save me
Don't bother, why would I bother
Why would I bother waiting for the sun
Or anyone to warm the bed I've made
It's just blankets in the shade
Trace patterns in the dark
But it's a start
It's the only way I know to slow my heart
It's the only way I know to slow my heart
Fall right through the seams in my pillowcase
And draw the blinds, drown out the light
I won't bother waiting for the summer to save me
Don't bother, why would I bother
Please don't mind me
I'm better off this way
Hide beneath the trees
Lost for words to say
When I'm gagging on my own tongue
Choking on my own lungs
I'm out of breath and scared to death
Of what's inside my head
So I'd rather be sad than feel this way
Maybe if I stay still for long enough
Lying in the rough all the weeds
Will finally take me to a place
Where I don't have to be
Scared to death of all the shit
I've left inside my head
Fall right through the seams in my pillowcase
And draw the blinds, drown out the light
I won't bother waiting for the summer to save me
Don't bother, why would I bother
The lyrics of "Pillowcase" by Old ways paint a poignant picture of someone who is struggling with internal battles and the weight of their own emotions. The opening lines depict a sense of self-sabotage and a desire to push away any progress or positive changes in their life. The singer feels that they are better off in a state of stagnation and sadness, rather than striving for improvement.
As the song progresses, the imagery of falling through the seams in a pillowcase and drawing the blinds to block out the light symbolizes a retreat into darkness and isolation. The singer expresses a reluctance to wait for external sources of warmth or comfort, indicating a deep sense of resignation and emotional detachment. There is a pervasive feeling of hopelessness and a lack of motivation to seek solace or assistance from others.
The repeated refrain of "Why would I bother" underscores the singer's apathy and resignation towards seeking help or finding relief from their internal struggles. The lyrics convey a sense of loneliness and alienation, as the singer feels abandoned and misunderstood, choosing to hide beneath the trees and remain lost for words.
The final verses reveal a profound sense of inner turmoil and fear, with the singer expressing a preference for sadness over the overwhelming emotions they are experiencing. The desire to remain still and let the weeds take them to a place of escape reflects a yearning for release from the emotional burdens and anxieties plaguing their mind. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Pillowcase" convey a deeply introspective and melancholic exploration of inner turmoil and the struggle to find peace within oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Come and watch me push it all away
Invite others to witness me intentionally avoiding dealing with my problems
Undo any progress that I've made
Regress back to my previous state, negating any personal growth
I'm better left undone
I feel more comfortable and at ease when I am not working on improving myself
So I lay down with the setting sun
I try to escape from my issues by retreating to bed at nightfall
I'm so sad to see
I am disappointed in myself
What a shame
Expressing regret over my current state
What a pity
Feeling sorry for myself
Fall right through the seams in my pillowcase
Allow my troubles to consume me while lying in bed
And draw the blinds, drown out the light
Shut out any positivity or hope that may come my way
I won't bother waiting for the summer to save me
I have given up hope of things getting better in the future
Don't bother, why would I bother
I see no reason to put effort into changing my circumstances
Please don't mind me
I don't want others to pay attention to or try to help me
I'm better off this way
I believe I am more content when I isolate myself from the world
Hide beneath the trees
Seek solace and concealment in nature
Lost for words to say
Struggling to express my feelings and emotions
When I'm gagging on my own tongue
Feeling stifled and unable to communicate effectively
Choking on my own lungs
Suffocating under the weight of my own thoughts and emotions
I'm out of breath and scared to death
Feeling overwhelmed and frightened by my inner turmoil
Of what's inside my head
Anxiety and fear of my own thoughts and emotions
So I'd rather be sad than feel this way
Prefer feeling sadness over the intense discomfort within myself
Maybe if I stay still for long enough
Hoping that by remaining motionless, my troubles will dissipate
Lying in the rough all the weeds
Resting in a difficult and uncomfortable situation
Will finally take me to a place
Seeking a release or escape from my current state of mind
Where I don't have to be
Yearning for a place where I can be free from my inner struggles
Scared to death of all the shit
Terrified by the overwhelming negative thoughts and feelings
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Samual McHenry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
BASED.FÜCK
Been listening to oldways for about 3 months now and I've been showing my platoon your music. Keep it up!
J!MMY HEATER$
I’ve been rocking to this song for a while, love it
griffingist7
Yo this is really good ya'll gotta keep it up
Old Ways
griffingist7 thank you! we’re glad you’re digging it!
tom thompson
Lil peep vibes