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Empty Threats
Purrbot Lyrics
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Passive aggressions and
Manic depression and double standards
I am full of worry that will not float me here
And I think my neighborhood is safe
That I will not get bottles thrown at my head
On my way home
That my cat won't get attacked
By unleashed and aggressive dogs
Just mimicking their owners of similar caliber
The sun shone for a second
Shedding light on my right shoulder
And in it the sum: one big diamond
Atrophied and faceted
With an encrypted color code
A rainbow to my two tone
I am full of past regret
Keeping me static
And repeating the same mistakes
I am full of minor events and impulsive moments
Now the substance of my everyday
And reason why I do or don't leave the house
I need to get my head out of the sand
And go somewhere I haven't been
It's hard for me to imagine what I might find
I'm afraid that we cannot
Make a mark on this world anymore
Because it is against new laws
So I am counting down the days until 2008
In Purrbot's song "Empty Threats," the singer reflects on their own insecurities and fears. The opening lines reveal that the singer relies on empty threats, passive aggression, and is prone to manic depression and double standards. They are consumed by worry and feel as though they are sinking to the bottom. Although the singer hopes that their neighborhood is safe, they cannot guarantee their safety or that of their cat. The potential danger of aggressive dogs on the loose mirrors the behavior of their owners, who are of a similar caliber.
The singer's thoughts become more introspective, lamenting the past regrets that keep them static and trapped in repeating the same mistakes. The everyday events that seem minor and impulsive have become the substance of their life and the reason why they either do or don't leave the house. The singer recognizes that they need to change their perspective and venture somewhere new. However, they are afraid of what they might find and the possibility that the world may have changed too much to make a mark on it. The final line of the song signifies a countdown to the end of a year, depicting a sense of hope that the new year will bring change for the better.
Line by Line Meaning
I am full of empty threats
I often make promises, but never actually follow through with them or take any action.
Passive aggressions and
I tend to express my anger and frustration indirectly, without confronting the person or issue directly.
Manic depression and double standards
I struggle with bipolar disorder and have a tendency to hold others to a higher standard than I hold myself to.
I am full of worry that will not float me here
I am prone to excessive worrying and anxiety, which tends to hold me back in life instead of propelling me forward.
I will sink to the bottom
I fear that my anxiety and self-doubt will eventually overcome me and cause me to fail or give up on my goals.
And I think my neighborhood is safe
I feel relatively secure in my local surroundings and do not expect to face significant danger or harm.
That I will not get bottles thrown at my head
I am concerned about being the target of random acts of violence or aggression from others in my community.
On my way home
I worry about my safety and well-being while traveling back to my residence.
That my cat won't get attacked
I am concerned about the safety of my pet and worry about their well-being in potentially dangerous situations.
By unleashed and aggressive dogs
I am particularly concerned about the behavior of other dogs in the area, which could pose a threat to my own pet's safety.
Just mimicking their owners of similar caliber
I believe that the behavior of pets can be influenced by the actions and attitudes of their owners.
The sun shone for a second
For a brief moment, I experienced a glimmer of hope or optimism about my life.
Shedding light on my right shoulder
This fleeting moment of positivity illuminated a more positive aspect of my life or personality.
And in it the sum: one big diamond
This moment of clarity revealed a particularly valuable or meaningful aspect of my life or identity.
Atrophied and faceted
This valuable aspect of my life has been neglected or underutilized, but still has tremendous potential.
With an encrypted color code
There is a deeper or hidden significance to this aspect of my life that is not immediately apparent.
A rainbow to my two tone
This aspect of my life adds a vibrant and unique element to my overall identity or personality.
I am full of past regret
I often dwell on mistakes or bad decisions from my past, which can weigh heavily on my present and future.
Keeping me static
This preoccupation with past regrets can make it difficult for me to move forward with my life or make progress towards my goals.
And repeating the same mistakes
Despite my regrets, I have a tendency to fall into familiar patterns or make the same mistakes again and again.
I am full of minor events and impulsive moments
My life is often characterized by small, insignificant events and spontaneous decisions or actions.
Now the substance of my everyday
These minor events and impulsive moments are what make up the bulk of my day-to-day life.
And reason why I do or don't leave the house
My impulsive nature often determines whether or not I am willing or able to leave my residence on a given day.
I need to get my head out of the sand
I need to face reality and confront my problems or issues, rather than ignoring them or hoping they will go away on their own.
And go somewhere I haven't been
I need to step outside of my comfort zone and explore new places or experiences in order to grow and evolve as a person.
It's hard for me to imagine what I might find
I am uncertain about what the future holds or what I might discover on this journey of self-discovery.
I'm afraid that we cannot
I am concerned that humanity is not capable of making a positive impact on the world or solving its most pressing issues.
Make a mark on this world anymore
Despite my fears, I still desire to leave a lasting impression or make a meaningful contribution to society.
Because it is against new laws
I worry that societal or cultural norms and regulations make it difficult or impossible for me to achieve my dreams or make a difference in the world.
So I am counting down the days until 2008
I am fixating on a past event or time period, hoping that by returning to it, I can recapture some long-lost positive feeling or experience.
Contributed by Skyler A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.