Sertraline were born in August 2014 and soon hit the ground running. The band’s debut single 'Set The World Alight' landed at the end of that year and went on to pick up widespread radio airplay, including support from BBC Introducing.
The northern metal crew followed the single with their acclaimed debut EP 'Bury The Ghosts', which arrived in the Spring of 2015 to an array of critical reviews. The industrious quartet continued their climb by supporting Butcher Babies, Toseland, Kobra and the Lotus, Skarlett Riot and Normandie, as well as hitting the nation’s highways to undertake their own headline tours.
At the end of 2015, Sertraline had a change in personnel and spent most of 2016 working on freshening their sound and preparing for their next release. Now with a revitalised line-up and a stunning new EP in hand, entitled Guilty, the band are about to explode.
Inside Out
Sertraline Lyrics
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How many times have you lost yourself?
Only helped for a hand in return
These are our selfish tendencies too often missed (Yeah we missed)
How many times would you say you believed
That you honestly acted out of care without a motive?
How can we separate the pure from the pretenders?
Through with naivety, giving all my empathy
If you′re not turning inside out to show me how your heart bleeds
Face to face I am tapping away
Won't be deceived by the script you speak
Heard it all before
When you express remorse no one believes it without proof
Grovelling to the masses
But you're not on your knees
If all the world′s a stage, are we all actors?
How can we separate the pure from the pretenders?
Through with naivety, giving all my empathy
If you′re not turning inside out to show me how your heart bleeds
Stop this persona from assuming control
Remember who and where you came from
Stop this persona from assuming control
Remember who and where you came from
If all the world's a stage, are we all actors?
How can we separate the pure from the pretenders?
Through with naivety, giving all my empathy
If you′re not turning inside out to show me how your heart bleeds
The lyrics to Sertraline's song Inside Out talk about how people often lose themselves and become selfish in their actions. The singer asks the listener how many times they have lost themselves but only seek help for their own gain. They point out these selfish tendencies that are often ignored, and ask the listener to reflect on whether they have ever acted kindly without any ulterior motive.
The lyrics then pose the question of whether we are all actors on this world's stage. How can we distinguish between those who are pure and genuine, and those who are merely pretending? The singer expresses their distrust in those who offer empty apologies without any proof. They also urge the listener to stop being controlled by their persona and to remember who they truly are and where they came from.
Overall, the lyrics encourage listeners to be honest and genuine in their actions, rather than putting on a false face for the world to see. They ask for vulnerability and sincerity, rather than deception and pretense.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're not turning inside out to show me how your heart bleeds
Are you truly invested if you're not willing to let your guard down and show vulnerability?
How many times have you lost yourself?
Have you ever gone so far in trying to please others that you lost sight of who you are?
Only helped for a hand in return
Sometimes our acts of kindness are driven by the expectation of receiving something back in return.
These are our selfish tendencies too often missed (Yeah we missed)
Our selfish tendencies are often overlooked or dismissed.
How many times would you say you believed
That you honestly acted out of care without a motive?
Have you ever acted out of pure selflessness, without any ulterior motives?
If all the world's a stage, are we all actors?
Are we all just performing, pretending to be something we're not?
How can we separate the pure from the pretenders?
It's difficult to discern genuine emotions from fake ones.
Through with naivety, giving all my empathy
No longer will I be naive, but I will still give my utmost empathy and understanding.
Face to face I am tapping away
Won't be deceived by the script you speak
Heard it all before
I won't be fooled by someone who is just going through the motions and following a pre-written script, because I've seen it all before.
When you express remorse no one believes it without proof
Words mean nothing without actions to back them up.
Grovelling to the masses
But you're not on your knees
You may be apologizing and trying to make up for your mistakes, but you're not truly humbling yourself and admitting fault.
Stop this persona from assuming control
Remember who and where you came from
Don't let your fake persona take over your true self, and don't forget your roots.
Writer(s): Elizabeth Parry, Simon John Douglas
Contributed by Scarlett J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@craigchapman2129
Stunning song!!! You guys get better and better with every song can’t wait for the EP
@matteogaravaglia1996
I really like this song, greetings from Italy!🤘
@andrea_melesi8722
I'm listening to this song more and more, it became my favourite of yours, and not just the rythm, i fucking love the meaning too. Andrea from Italy ♥
@wearewaterlines
Thank you Andrea, glad you love it :)
@redthunder6561
Cadê os BR para fazer essa música estourar em visualização?
Excelente música, todos da banda estão de parabéns, eu estou apaixonado nessa canção e simplesmente foda demais, estão todos de parabéns.
@ClauVegeta22
This is just too good. For sure i'm gonna follow them
@FYMPRODUCTIONSMEDIA
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your best yet.... LOVE IT
@cooldot3550
Metal female (rare):✔
Sings hard as hell and not just soft:✔
Bad ass riffs:✔
FUCK YEAH THIS SONG ROCKS!
@Wolf-yh2um
That guitar lead is just calming
@BrutalFemaleFrontedMetal
Awesome! Totally loving the new heavy sound! Such a great tune! ...\m/