Catarax
Reveille Lyrics


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You'd better back up off this sucker punch
Consequence, consequence-
Fuck it, no more waiting for the world to turn
Bloody as my smile dripping ear to ear
I haven't lived for a moment and think it's too damn late to learn
So just flush it down
Lie down- forever never had a dream
Asymmetric reflection of my soul to sell
Now disinfect yourself, I'll just pretend to scream
Got a low self-esteem from all these guileful lies
Carry me there- I can't stand to stand on my own
But I'd rather be hated than forgotten
'Cause it's a long way down and it's a long way home

Cataract scratch- we don't play like that
I got a bone to pick n' I'm a pick that bone
Cataract scratch- we don't play like that
Because we can't stand to stand on our own

They always said to keep my head on my shoulders,
Both feet on the ground
Been living more like one foot in the gave
Tell myself everything I need to hear
Time to face the music because it's all based on what you crave
Fiction addiction
Outer darkness is calling, it's your goodnight kiss
666 ways to fall
Catarax will blind but can you hear this?
For every sin there's a time to burn
It's near too late so don't press your luck
Now focus- do you really know what I mean,
And do you really think you'll be forgiven-
'cause I think I'm fucked

When it rains it pours, we tug of war within
We talk of endlessness
We cry to purge our sins
Atoned to rebegin, eliminate the scars
Fuck the sky or merely count the stars
With every shade of night descending into me
I'm in the dark for life but now at least I'm free
From my own apathy and from my own decay
I'm unremissible now but I got my way
So now can you see me inside of you?
Guide me through-
Because tomorrow will fuck you too





Break through

Overall Meaning

The meaning of Reveille's song Catarax can be interpreted in different ways, but it seems to describe a person who is tired of waiting for things to change and decides to take action. The lyrics suggest a sense of hopelessness and desperation, as the person feels trapped by their own mistakes and bad decisions. The opening lines "You'd better back up off this sucker punch, Consequence, consequence-" imply that the person is aware of the consequences of their actions, but still feels compelled to act.


The line "Bloody as my smile dripping ear to ear" may suggest that the person feels both pleasure and pain from their actions, and the line "I'd rather be hated than forgotten" implies that they would rather be remembered for their actions than be forgotten entirely. The refrain "Cataract scratch- we don't play like that" seems to suggest that the person is rejecting conventional or expected behaviors, instead choosing to forge their own path.


The second half of the song seems to touch on themes of regret and redemption. The line "For every sin there's a time to burn" implies that the person will face consequences for their actions, and the line "I think I'm fucked" suggests that they are already aware of this. However, the final lines "Guide me through- Because tomorrow will fuck you too" imply that the person is still seeking guidance or support, and that they acknowledge the inevitability of facing challenges in the future.


Line by Line Meaning

You'd better back up off this sucker punch
Don't underestimate me or try to attack me because I'll fight back


Consequence, consequence-
Actions have consequences and we must be accountable for them


Fuck it, no more waiting for the world to turn
Stop waiting for things to happen, take control of your life and make things happen


Bloody as my smile dripping ear to ear
I'm happy even though I'm in pain and my happiness is scary


I haven't lived for a moment and think it's too damn late to learn
I feel like I've wasted my life and it's too late to change that


So just flush it down
Get rid of the negative emotions and move on


Lie down- forever never had a dream
Give up on your dreams and accept a mediocre life


Asymmetric reflection of my soul to sell
I'm not my true self and I'm living a fake life to please others


Now disinfect yourself, I'll just pretend to scream
Cleanse yourself of the toxic behavior and let out your frustrations even if it's not genuine


Got a low self-esteem from all these guileful lies
I feel insecure because of the deceitful people and their lies around me


Carry me there- I can't stand to stand on my own
I need someone to support me because I can't handle things by myself


But I'd rather be hated than forgotten
I'd rather be remembered for my actions, good or bad, than to be forgotten


'Cause it's a long way down and it's a long way home
The journey is tough and it will take a long time to get to where you want to go


Cataract scratch- we don't play like that
Don't mess with us because we won't stand for it


I got a bone to pick n' I'm a pick that bone
I have an issue with you and we need to talk about it


Because we can't stand to stand on our own
We rely on each other because we can't do it alone


Been living more like one foot in the grave
I'm not really living, just existing


Tell myself everything I need to hear
I lie to myself to make myself feel better


Time to face the music because it's all based on what you crave
It's time to be honest with yourself and accept the consequences of your actions


Outer darkness is calling, it's your goodnight kiss
Death is coming and it's time to say goodbye


Catarax will blind but can you hear this?
Don't ignore the warning signs, they'll lead to destruction


For every sin there's a time to burn
You have to pay for your mistakes eventually


It's near too late so don't press your luck
Time is running out so don't take unnecessary risks


Now focus- do you really know what I mean,
Pay attention and understand what I'm saying


And do you really think you'll be forgiven-
Do you think you can escape the consequences of your actions


'cause I think I'm fucked
I'm screwed and there's no way out of my situation


When it rains it pours, we tug of war within
Life can be tough and we struggle with ourselves and others


We talk of endlessness
We discuss the infinity of life and the universe


We cry to purge our sins
We cry to release the guilt and shame of our mistakes


Atoned to rebegin, eliminate the scars
We seek redemption and healing to start anew without emotional wounds


Fuck the sky or merely count the stars
Don't care about anything or appreciate the small things in life


With every shade of night descending into me
Darkness and negativity are taking over me


I'm in the dark for life but now at least I'm free
I'm lost and confused but I'm not trapped anymore


From my own apathy and from my own decay
I'm escaping my own indifference and self-destruction


I'm unremissible now but I got my way
I can't be forgiven but I did what I wanted


So now can you see me inside of you?
Can you understand my thoughts and emotions?


Guide me through-
Help me find my way


Because tomorrow will fuck you too
Tomorrow will be just as challenging as today




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