Vertigo
S.U.P. Lyrics

Unos, dos, tres, catorce
The song starts with a counting intro that supposedly represents a musical shift from the previous era to the modern/pop era.

Lights go down, it's dark
The stage lights go down, signaling the start of the show or performance.

The jungle is your head, can't rule your heart
The chaos or confusion in one's mind/emotions can overpower or cloud their judgment or decision-making.

A feeling's so much stronger than a thought
Emotions tend to be more powerful and influential than logical thinking in decision-making processes.

Your eyes are wide and though your soul, it can't be bought
Being in awe or excitement at a particular experience, yet feeling intrinsically fulfilled by it and not being swayed by any external materialistic desires or persuasion.

Your mind can wander
In times of excitement or distraction, the mind can easily drift off from its current focus or task.

Hello, hello (hola)
A greeting, likely to someone or something that is not physically present.

I'm at a place called Vertigo (¿dónde está?)
A state of feeling dizzy or out of balance, may symbolize a tumultuous mental or emotional state of being.

It's everything I wish I didn't know
The artist is struggling with their current experiences, potentially regretful or overwhelmed by things they have learned or discovered.

Except you give me something I can feel, feel
Despite the artist's inner turmoil, there is someone or something that is providing them with a genuine feeling of positivity or hope.

The night is full of holes
A metaphor for the imperfections and flaws that exist within a seemingly perfect or polished situation/experience.

'Cause bullets rip the sky of ink with gold
A metaphor for fireworks, which can both beautify and destroy (like bullets) the night sky.

They twinkle as the boys play rock and roll
The excitement and energy of a lively rock concert or performance can be likened to the excitement of fireworks.

They know that they can't dance, at least they know
Acknowledging one's own limitations, yet still making the most of what they can do or enjoy.

I can't stand the beat, I'm asking for the check
The singer is not enjoying the music or experience, and therefore wants to leave inconveniently early.

Girl with crimson nails has Jesus around her neck
Description of a fashion accessory, which may or may not be meaningful to the person wearing it, but can still be interpreted in different ways by an observer.

Swinging to the music, swinging to the music (whoa, whoa)
The artist describes someone else enjoying the music, likely in a way the artist themselves cannot appreciate.

Checkmated
A metaphor for a situation where one has been outsmarted, or recognizes that they are no longer in control of their situation.

Just fun
Despite the loss or defeat, the singer finds enjoyment in the experience itself.

She made it in, yeah
The Speaker acknowledges someone's achievement or success at something.

All of this, all of this can be yours
A temptation or offer of material wealth or success.

Just give me what I want and no one gets hurt
A threat or ultimatum, suggesting that if the artist's demands are not met, there will be consequences.

We're at a place called Vertigo (¿dónde está?)
The singer extends the Vertigo metaphor to include the audience or listener, suggesting they too may be feeling out of balance or overwhelmed.

Lights go down, and all I know
The end of the show, where the lights go down once again, bringing closure to the experience.

Is that you give me something I can feel your love teaching me how
Closing the song with a repetition of an earlier sentiment- despite inner turmoil and chaos, what has helped the singer through is a genuine feeling of love and connection that has taught them something.

Your love is teaching me how
Final affirmation of the positive impact of love, specifically that of another person, in helping and guiding the singer through a confusing or tumultuous time.