Seether gained mainstream popularity in 2002 with their US Active Rock number one single "Fine Again", and their success was sustained in 2004 with the single "Broken", which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. They have experienced continued success with number one hits on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, such as "Remedy", "Fake It", "Country Song", "Words as Weapons", and "Let You Down". The band currently consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan, bassist Dale Stewart, drummer John Humphrey and guitarist Corey Lowery (exStuck Mojo, Stereomud}. Seether has undergone several lineup changes since their formation in 1999, with vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan being the only constant member.
F**k It!
Seether Lyrics
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The one you sold to fool the world
You lost your self esteem along the way, yeah
Good god, you're coming up with reasons
Good god, you're dragging it out
Good god, it's the changing of the seasons
I feel so raped, so follow me down
Just fake it if you're out of direction
Fake it if you don't belong here
Fake it if you feel like infection
Whoa, you're such a fucking hypocrite
You should know that the lies won't hide your flaws
No sense in hiding all of yours
You gave up on your dreams along the way, yeah
Good god, you're coming up with reasons
Good god, you're dragging it out
Good god, it's the changing of the seasons
I feel so raped, so follow me down
Just fake it if you're out of direction
Fake it if you don't belong here
Fake it if you feel like infection
Whoa, you're such a fucking hypocrite
Whoa, whoa, whoa
I can fake with the best of anyone
I can fake with the best of them all
I can fake with the best of anyone
I can fake it all
Who's to know if your soul will fade at all
The one you sold to fool the world
You lost your self esteem along the way
Good god, you're coming up with reasons
Good god, you're dragging it out
Good god, it's the changing of the seasons
I feel so raped, man, follow me down
Just fake it if you're out of direction
Fake it if you don't belong here
Fake it if you feel like infection
Whoa, you're such a fucking hypocrite
Fake it if you're out of direction
Fake it if you don't belong here
Fake it if you feel like infection
Whoa, you're such a fucking hypocrite
The lyrics of Seether's song "F**k It!" describe a person who is struggling with their identity and purpose in life, feeling like they have lost themselves along the way. The first verse asks a philosophical question about whether or not one's soul will fade away, referring to the idea that people can become disconnected from their true selves by conforming to societal expectations or selling out for personal gain. The chorus emphasizes the importance of faking it in order to survive in a world where one may feel directionless or like they don't belong. However, the song also criticizes those who are hypocritical or inauthentic, suggesting that true self-discovery and acceptance is necessary to find happiness and fulfillment.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of frustration and anger directed at both the self and the world. The use of profanity adds to the intensity and emotional rawness of the lyrics. The repeated phrase "good god" is particularly effective in conveying a sense of exasperation and desperation. The bridge of the song contains a powerful statement about the futility of hiding one's flaws through lies, suggesting that embracing one's imperfections and living honestly is the key to overcoming self-doubt and finding inner peace.
Overall, Seether's "F**k It!" is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever felt lost, disillusioned or excluded. The song's message of self-acceptance and authenticity resonates with audiences of all ages, making it a timeless classic in the alternative rock genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's to know if your soul will fade at all?
There's no way of predicting if your soul will survive through the experiences in life.
The one you sold to fool the world
The version of yourself you marketed to the society to appear flawless
You lost your self esteem along the way, yeah
The self-confidence and self-worth that you once had vanished gradually.
Good god, you're coming up with reasons
You're making excuses for your actions and behavior.
Good god, you're dragging it out
You're stretching out a situation or issue beyond what's necessary.
Good god, it's the changing of the seasons
Life is changing, and you're resisting the change.
I feel so raped, so follow me down
I feel violated mentally or emotionally, follow me into my pain and despair.
Just fake it if you're out of direction
Pretend to have a plan or sense of purpose if you're lost or clueless.
Fake it if you don't belong here
Pretend to fit in if you're feeling like an outsider.
Fake it if you feel like infection
If your situation feels like a disease, a virus, or a plague to you, pretend it's not bothering you.
Whoa, you're such a fucking hypocrite
You're pretending to be someone you're not, while calling out other people for doing the same.
You should know that the lies won't hide your flaws
Lying won't disguise or conceal the faults or weaknesses you possess.
No sense in hiding all of yours
There's no point in concealing or masking all of your imperfections.
You gave up on your dreams along the way, yeah
You abandoned the aspirations and ambitions you had for yourself.
I can fake with the best of anyone
I'm skilled at pretending to be someone I'm not, and I can do it better than most people.
I can fake with the best of them all
I'm able to pretend convincingly, and I'm the best at it out of everyone.
Contributed by Aubrey K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.