Weight of the World
People Theatre Lyrics

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“Weight Of The World”_124bpm_Cmin
Black circles under her eyes; Black circles of demise; Black circles epitomize; Black circles;
Black circles;
Carrying the weight of the world;
You bare it on your shoulders;
You play the victim cause you think you're a girl; Carrying the weight of the world;
You bare it on your shoulders;
You play the victim cause you think you're a girl; Black circles under her eyes;

Black circles are hard to hide;
Carrying the weight of the world;
You bare it on your shoulders;
You play the victim cause you think you're a girl; Carrying the weight of the world;
You bare it on your shoulders;
You play the victim cause you think you're a girl;
What were you fucking thinking? You're brainwashed; Brainwashed;
You're Brainwashed; Brainwashed;
You're brainwashed; Brainwashed;
You're Brainwashed; Brainwashed;
What were you fucking thinking; Desensitize;
Traumatized;

What were you fucking thinking; Desensitize;
Traumatized.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of People Theatre's song "Weight of the World" delve into the emotional struggles and burdens that someone is carrying. The repeated mention of black circles under her eyes signifies the exhaustion and weariness she experiences due to the weight she carries. The black circles become a symbolic representation of her hardships, emphasizing their weight and significance in her life.

The lyrics suggest that she believes she has to bear the weight of the world on her shoulders, implying that she takes on responsibility for everything and everyone around her. This burden is further reinforced by her constant portrayal of herself as a victim, as she feels overwhelmed and thinks she has no control over her circumstances. The line "You play the victim cause you think you're a girl" implies that she associates vulnerability and victimhood with her gender, further adding to her perception of carrying the weight of the world.

The chorus introduces a shift in tone, questioning her actions and mindset. The line "What were you fucking thinking? You're brainwashed" suggests that her belief in her role as a victim and the weight she carries may be influenced by societal conditioning or personal insecurities. The repetition of "brainwashed" emphasizes the idea that her perception of herself and her struggles may not be accurate or healthy.

Additionally, the lyrics touch on the concept of desensitization and trauma. The lines "Desensitize; Traumatized" indicate that she may have become numb or desensitized to her own pain as a result of carrying the weight of the world, potentially exacerbating her emotional struggles.

Overall, "Weight of the World" explores themes of self-imposed burdens, victim mentality, societal conditioning, and the toll it takes on one's emotional well-being.

Line by Line Meaning

Black circles under her eyes;
Signs of exhaustion and despair are visible through the dark circles under her eyes;

Black circles of demise;
These dark circles symbolize the impending downfall and destruction;

Black circles epitomize;
The dark circles are the perfect representation or embodiment;

Black circles;
Continuing to emphasize the significance of these dark circles;

Carrying the weight of the world;
Bearing the immense burden and responsibility of the entire world;

You bare it on your shoulders;
You carry this weight on your shoulders, taking it upon yourself;

You play the victim cause you think you're a girl;
You constantly take on the role of a victim because you perceive yourself as a girl;

What were you fucking thinking? You're brainwashed;
What were you foolishly considering? You have been manipulated and influenced to believe false ideas;

Brainwashed;
Your mind has been subjected to conditioning and indoctrination;

What were you fucking thinking;
What were you foolishly contemplating or considering;

Desensitize;
Become numb or insensitive to the emotions and experiences;

Traumatized;
Enduring psychological damage and distress;

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