‘This song in particular addresses uncertainties pertaining to not knowing what may be good for you or in your best interest,” explains Lambton. “Whether it be medication, drugs, alcohol, psychiatric treatment, etc. and generally not being able to navigate the inner workings of your mind to know what is going on with your mental state.’
Beginning June 21 at the Pomona Fairplex Grounds in Pomona, CA, the band will be heading the final Vans Warped Tour across the country.
It’s been two years since the band released their third studio LP, The Home Inside My Head, which earned a Billboard Top 200 chart placement. Since then, the band has sold out shows across the country and has been actively writing/recording in the studio.
From The Outside
Real Friends Lyrics
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Counting cracks across the ceiling
Never reached the depths of them before
Finding flaws in every format
I know but haven't shown that
I could pick myself up off the floor
I'll fill my glass to take the edge off
From the outside
I seem fine
On the inside I'm still sick
The pill's a temporary fix
From the outside
I seem fine
Redefine rock bottom with these empty orange bottles
Never felt so paralyzed before (never felt this paralyzed)
We're all looking for some answers
With the hangman's broken lantern
Growing ever closer to the floor
I'll fill my glass to take the edge off
The choice is mine
From the outside
I seem fine
On the inside I'm still sick
The pill's a temporary fix
From the outside
I seem fine
Why do I, why do I, feel so damn cold?
Why am I, why am I, still so low?
Why should I, why should I, get up or get out?
Why should I?
From the outside
I seem fine
On the inside I'm still sick
The pill's a temporary fix
From the outside
I seem fine
I seem fine
On the inside I'm still sick
The pill's a temporary fix
From the outside
Real Friends's song From The Outside is a powerful and emotional piece that delves deep into the pain and struggles of mental illness. The opening lines, "Swallowing a feeling, counting cracks across the ceiling," create an imagery of feeling trapped and suffocated by one's own thoughts and emotions. The singer admits to finding flaws in every format, alluding to a constant battle with self-doubt and negative self-talk. However, there is a glimmer of hope when the singer mentions that they have the power to pick themselves up off the floor, even though they haven't shown it yet.
The chorus of the song is a poignant reminder of how appearances can be deceiving. The singer reveals that they appear fine from the outside, but on the inside they are still sick. The pill they take is a temporary fix, highlighting the idea that mental health struggles are ongoing and require constant attention and care. The second verse explores a sense of hopelessness and desperation, with the singer describing their growing paralysis and the search for answers that ultimately lead them closer to the floor.
The repetition of the questions, "Why do I, why do I, feel so damn cold? Why am I, why am I, still so low? Why should I, why should I, get up or get out? Why should I?" illustrates a sense of confusion and helplessness, with the singer grappling with the overwhelming weight of their illness. Overall, From The Outside is a vulnerable and honest portrayal of the challenges of mental illness, and the importance of seeking help and support.
Line by Line Meaning
Swallowing a feeling
Suppressing emotions
Counting cracks across the ceiling
Feeling trapped and bored
Never reached the depths of them before
Never explored the full extent of my negative emotions
Finding flaws in every format
Being overly critical of myself
I know but haven't shown that
I am aware of my issues but haven't opened up to others about it
I could pick myself up off the floor
I have the strength to overcome my problems
I'll fill my glass to take the edge off
I will drink alcohol to temporarily forget my problems
From the outside
To others
I seem fine
I appear to be doing well
On the inside I'm still sick
I am still struggling internally
The pill's a temporary fix
Medication can only help for a limited time
Redefine rock bottom with these empty orange bottles
Using prescription drugs to cope with depression
Never felt so paralyzed before
Feeling immobilized by mental illness
We're all looking for some answers
We all seek solutions to our problems
With the hangman's broken lantern
Despite the futility of our search
Growing ever closer to the floor
Falling deeper into depression
Why do I, why do I, feel so damn cold?
Wondering why I feel emotionally numb
Why am I, why am I, still so low?
Questioning why I still feel depressed
Why should I, why should I, get up or get out?
Feeling hopeless and asking why I should bother trying
I seem fine
I appear to be doing well
I seem fine
I appear to be doing well
On the inside I'm still sick
I am still struggling internally
The pill's a temporary fix
Medication can only help for a limited time
From the outside
To others
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Daniel Lambton, David Knox, Brian Blake, Michael Joseph Green, Kyle Fasel, Eric Haines
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UGH IT'S JOE
I cant stop listening to this..
Douglas Danniel
Eu também não consigo parar de ouvir, muito bom!!!!! 🥰
portia brewer
Me either
Arturo Garcia III
MY FAVE YOUTUBER IS A REAL FRIENDS FAN OMG WE STAN
Kyle David Hall
Holy shit, I will indeed be catching your set all of warped tour. See you there ;)
OfftheVVall
I miss warped days :(
Light Blur
Sad moment 😢
RJ Episcopo
I cought it at the tour on may 28th. Me, My girlfriend and her best frirnd all met Dan Lamden
Geek-Elique
I saw them perform this at the very last West Palm Beach date. Was in the pit, too! Hella lit!
Zell
Kyle David Hall This song is a bop