Just Exist
Picturesque Lyrics


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Brief little horrors send men to their graves
Without foresight they can’t escape
They call on their loved ones with no avail
Doomed to fail

They scream pick up pick up
But no one is listening
Get up, get up, do you hear a thing
I’ve called you once and now I’ve called you twice
With a dead line

(Pre-Chorus)
Well, well, this truly is a shame
But from day one I knew you’d change

(Chorus)
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Where ignorance is bliss
Go on you’ve got your wish
Just exist
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Infatuation takes its tole
You’ve played your roll
Love’s not real

With constant blurring I’ll forget your face
Memories fading without a trace
Wait for a relapse or something to break
Then you’ll be back

Nights like these
Where I feel real
Reality sets in and I’ll be gone again

(Pre-Chorus)
Well, well, this truly is a shame
But from day one I knew you’d change

(Chorus)
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Where ignorance is bliss
Go on you’ve got your wish
Just exist
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Infatuation takes its tole
You’ve played your roll
Love’s not real

Love’s not real

The queen of hearts
Is tearing me apart

I will not give in
I will not give in

(Chorus)
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Where ignorance is bliss
Go on you’ve got your wish
Just exist
I don’t wanna live in a world like this
Infatuation takes its tole
You’ve played your roll
Love’s not real





I don’t wanna live in a world like this
I don’t wanna live in a world like this

Overall Meaning

The song "Just Exist" by Picturesque is a lyrically powerful track about the pain and frustration of unrequited love. The opening lines set the stage for the song, discussing how small things can send someone to their grave without knowing it was coming. The singer then talks about calling out for help, but no one listens, emphasizing the loneliness and isolation they are feeling. The chorus speaks to a desire to not exist in a world where ignorance is bliss and love is not real, highlighting the disillusionment and disappointment the singer is experiencing.


The second verse talks about the pain of memories fading with time, how a relapse could bring back the person they love, but ultimately the singer can't give in to their feelings anymore. The last lines of the song double down on the chorus, emphasizing the desire to not exist in a world like this. The lyrics are emotive and well-written, skillfully capturing the pain of heartbreak and the rejection that can come with it. The powerful vocals and soaring instrumentals make "Just Exist" an impactful and resonant song that will undoubtedly connect with many listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

Brief little horrors send men to their graves
Small fears can be so overwhelming that they lead people to their deaths


Without foresight they can’t escape
Because they cannot see a way out beforehand, they are doomed


They call on their loved ones with no avail
Even reaching out for help does not save them


Doomed to fail
Their fate is predetermined, and they cannot change it


They scream pick up pick up
They desperately try to contact someone for help


But no one is listening
They feel unheard and helpless


Get up, get up, do you hear a thing
They keep trying to call out, hoping someone will answer


I’ve called you once and now I’ve called you twice
The singer has tried reaching out to someone for help multiple times


With a dead line
However, no one answers, and the phone is silent


Well, well, this truly is a shame
The singer regrets the current situation


But from day one I knew you’d change
The singer had an inkling that things were not going to turn out well from the very beginning


I don’t wanna live in a world like this
The singer is disappointed with the state of the world


Where ignorance is bliss
People are content with not knowing the truth and avoid reality


Go on you’ve got your wish
Others who are ignorant may be content, but the singer is not


Just exist
The singer does not want to just merely exist but to live and thrive


Infatuation takes its tole
Being infatuated with someone can hurt and drain a person


You’ve played your roll
The person the singer was infatuated with was just playing a part in their life, and was not genuine in their intentions


Love’s not real
The singer has lost belief in the concept of love


With constant blurring I’ll forget your face
Memories of the person will begin to fade with time


Memories fading without a trace
Memories of the person will disappear inexplicably


Wait for a relapse or something to break
The singer expects that there will be a relapse or a sudden break, leading the person to try to come back into the singer's life


Then you’ll be back
The person who hurt the singer will try to come back into their life again


Nights like these
The singer has nights where they feel true emotions and let reality set in


Where I feel real
During these nights, the singer feels more alive and in touch with their true emotions


The queen of hearts
A metaphor for the person in question who hurt the singer


Is tearing me apart
The person's actions are causing the singer great emotional distress


I will not give in
The singer is determined to not let this person's actions break them


I don’t wanna live in a world like this
The singer is reiterating their displeasure with the current state of the world


I don’t wanna live in a world like this
The singer is emphasizing their desire to escape from this world and its problems




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Media Match Massacre

The singers name is Kyle Hollis and he's extremely talented. We had these guys as our Band of the Week back at the beginning of the year and I'm very proud of how far they've come so far :)

Samantha Skaggs

This dudes vocals are flawless live. I am still upset I missed them when they came by Austin recently. I LOVE this band.

Jordan Foust

crazy how far these guys have come. I can remember seeing them play in their former bands before this one formed. Kudos to Kyle and Robert!

Diego Salisbury

They are just going to be getting bigger and bigger and just destroy the whole world with insanely amazing music.

Tay Davies

@Sean Robinson Well start a new revolution!

Sean Robinson

Diego Salisbury "And if the bass shakes the earth underground"?

David n Kee O

These guys are awesome! Haven't heard a bad or mediocre song from them yet. Everything is fantastic.

Kira Opoonechaw

If you like this band, check out "alive like me" this band literally sounds like them

Porty Scheems

Alive Like Me is 🔥

Rabbid Pink [Chi]

Honestly love this song ❤️

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