Confusion
P.P.M. Lyrics


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So very confused by what I’m seeing everyday
I see a white mans face on a black mans pay
Sometimes we can pull the trigger yet we miss the mark
My friend each days the beginning yet we’re far from the start
Blank pages full of thoughts
Never know which side I'm on I'm both
We live as one yet learn from all
If I don't make it who takes the fall I'm lost
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
My whole life I see part of me thrive and part of me die
We live on land that’s been stolen through corruption and lies
Why can't we burn all the bridges antiquated and worn?
And build up new paths for each of us to be reborn
Blank pages full of thoughts
Never know which side I'm on, I'm both! (Oooh)
We live as one yet learn from all
If I don't make it who takes the fall, I'm lost!
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
I’ve been trialin’ from the start
I’m just trying to leave my mark
But this world always makes me pay
For my identity everyday
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
So Much Confusion
I’ve been trialin’ from the start
I’m just tryin to leave my mark
But this world always makes me pay
For my identity everyday
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen




To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
So Much Confusion

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of P.P.M.'s song "Confusion" shed light on the complexities of societal issues involving race, corruption, identity, and the struggle for self-expression. The first few lines of this song articulate the confusion felt by the artist about what he is seeing every day. Seeing a white man's face on a black man's pay only adds to his confusion. This line is a reference to a common and disturbing issue, where black individuals or people of color are paid significantly lower salaries than their white counterparts.


The lines "We live as one yet learn from all, If I don't make it who takes the fall, I'm lost" highlight the relationship between vulnerability and accountability. The artist feels lost because he is unsure about the path to take or where to belong. He is perplexed about whether to side with or against his thoughts regarding issues around him, which adds to his confusion. He also says that if he fails, someone else must suffer the consequences, leading to a sense of helplessness.


Overall, "Confusion" is a powerful song describing the artist's inner turmoil caused by their understanding of the society's ugly realities.


Line by Line Meaning

So very confused by what I’m seeing everyday
The singer is expressing how they are overwhelmed by the constant injustices they witness on a daily basis.


I see a white mans face on a black mans pay
The singer is highlighting the systemic racism and inequality that exists in society, where white people are often the ones benefiting from the labor of people of color.


Sometimes we can pull the trigger yet we miss the mark
The singer is acknowledging that sometimes efforts to bring about change can be misguided and not effectively address the root issues at hand.


My friend each days the beginning yet we’re far from the start
The singer is recognizing that progress towards justice is slow and ongoing, and there is still a long way to go.


Blank pages full of thoughts
The singer is describing their own internal confusion and lack of clarity on how to best approach the issues at hand.


Never know which side I'm on I'm both
The singer feels torn between different perspectives and approaches, and recognizes the complexity of the issues at hand.


We live as one yet learn from all
The singer emphasizes the importance of solidarity and unity in fighting for justice, while also recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and experiences.


If I don't make it who takes the fall I'm lost
The singer is expressing the pressure they feel to create change and the fear of being unable to make a significant impact.


My whole life I see part of me thrive and part of me die
The singer reflects on the struggles and challenges they face as a result of systemic injustices, and the internal conflict that results from trying to navigate those challenges.


We live on land that’s been stolen through corruption and lies
The singer is recognizing the history of colonization and exploitation that has shaped the current social and political landscape, and the ongoing effects of that history.


Why can't we burn all the bridges antiquated and worn?
The singer is calling for a radical approach to change, advocating for the destruction of current systems and the creation of new ones.


And build up new paths for each of us to be reborn
The singer sees the need for a complete transformation of society in order to achieve true justice and equality, and envisions a future where everyone has the opportunity to start anew.


Can’t you see what it means to me to be seen
The singer is expressing a desire to be acknowledged and recognized, both as an individual and as someone fighting for justice.


To be seen be seen to be seen to be seen
The repetition of this line emphasizes the importance of visibility and representation in creating change.


I’ve been trialin’ from the start
The singer has been fighting for change for a long time, experiencing the difficulties and challenges that come with that struggle.


I’m just tryin to leave my mark
Despite the challenges faced, the singer is committed to leaving a lasting impact on the world.


But this world always makes me pay for my identity everyday
The singer recognizes that they and others are often discriminated against and punished simply because of who they are.


So Much Confusion
The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes the overwhelming and complex nature of the issues being addressed, as well as the singer's own internal turmoil.




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Written by: Christopher Kazarian, Jon Russell

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