Skin
Sixx a.m Lyrics
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Of what you wish you looked like
Maybe then they just might
Feel an ounce of your pain
Come into focus
Step out of the shadows
It's a losing battle
'Cause they don't even know you
All they see is scars
They don't see the angel
Living in your heart
Let them find the real you
Buried deep within
Let them know with all you've got
That you are not your skin
Oh oh, oh oh
And when they start to judge you
Show them your true colors
And do on to others
As you'd have done to you
Just rise above this
Kill them with your kindness
Ignorance is blinded
They're the ones that stand to lose
'Cause they don't even know you
All they see is scars
They don't see the angel
Living in your heart
Let them find the real you
Buried deep within
Let them know with all you've got
That you are not your skin
Oh
Well they don't even know you
All they see is scars
And they don't see the angels
Living in your heart
So let them find the real you
Buried deep within
Let them know with all you've got
That you are not
You are not your skin
Oh oh, oh oh
The song "Skin" by Sixx A.M. is a powerful message about self-acceptance and how society judges us based on our appearances. The lyrics encourage people to embrace who they really are and not to be ashamed or feel inferior because of their scars or physical appearance. The song suggests that people should not hide in the shadows but instead step out and let others see the beauty of their inner selves.
The first verse talks about how people tend to perceive themselves based on their desires and expectations of how they wish they looked like. But, even after trying hard to fit into conventional beauty standards, people still experience a great amount of pain, which others do not acknowledge or understand. The lyrics in the chorus remind the listeners that people only see the physical scars and do not comprehend the beauty and kindness that people carry within themselves. The following verse advises people to ignore the negative judgments of others and radiate positivity and compassion towards them. The song urges people to love themselves and let others know the real person buried deep inside them.
Overall, "Skin" is a beautiful anthem for accepting oneself for who they are and not judging others based on their appearances or perceived flaws. It is a reminder to cultivate kindness and empathy and to seek out love and acceptance for the real person inside.
Line by Line Meaning
Paint yourself a picture
Imagine the ideal version of yourself.
Of what you wish you looked like
Envision how you would like to appear.
Maybe then they just might
Possibly others will empathize with your struggles.
Feel an ounce of your pain
Understand the hardships and difficulties you face.
Come into focus
Be more visible and confident in yourself.
Step out of the shadows
Stop hiding and reveal your true self to others.
It's a losing battle
Fighting to be accepted by others is futile.
There's no need to be ashamed
Don't feel embarrassed about who you are.
'Cause they don't even know you
Others don't really know your true self and struggles.
All they see is scars
Others only see your flaws and not your inner self.
They don't see the angel
People overlook your positive qualities.
Living in your heart
The person you are on the inside doesn't reflect on the outside.
Let them find the real you
Allow others to discover the true essence of your being.
Buried deep within
Your true self might be hidden due to fear or shame.
Let them know with all you've got
Make an effort to demonstrate your true self.
That you are not your skin
Your skin color or appearance doesn't define who you are.
And when they start to judge you
When others criticize or make assumptions about you.
Show them your true colors
Demonstrate your authentic self.
And do on to others
Treat others the way you would like to be treated.
As you'd have done to you
Emulate the Golden Rule.
Just rise above this
Elevate yourself above negative judgments and critiques.
Kill them with your kindness
Respond with kindness and compassion, even when others are cruel.
Ignorance is blinded
People who judge you based on your appearance are not insightful or understanding.
They're the ones that stand to lose
Those who fail to see beyond your appearance will miss out on knowing the real you.
That you are not
Your identity is not solely based on your appearance.
You are not your skin
Your skin color or appearance doesn't define who you are.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES MICHAEL, BLAIR DALY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@changaming1275
listening to this in 2023, anyone else?? banger of a song, always will be.
This song has always been personal for me, I have a thing called Dermatillomania where i pick at my skin from anxiety and sometimes depression. My arms have lots of little scars from the past picking problems and i might be getting help now but those scars will be there forever. This song helps me accept that my skin is NOT all that I am.
@nolimits300
Need to hear "If those scars could speak".It will give you the understanding that you are a unique person,there's no one like you
@saijtarbox8159
This song hit hard, really hard. As a survivor of depression, yes I said survivor because it's a constant fight, and a retired cutter, this song honestly made me cry. All people really sea is the scars on my skin, and my walls I have built around me. I can count the number of people i let in on one hand. Thank you for making thissong, and thank you for understanding our fight.
@bigbadvoodooMAGAdaddy
It's metaphorical for me, I wanted to do so many things and be good, but I hurt a lot of people on my path, I didn't achieve my dreams, it was all waste, no one ever spotted my soul, all they seen was what was on the outside.
@arlettemoya1336
all they see is scars, they don't see the angel living in your heart.
oh god, i'm crying.
@viksaggu9085
Arlette Moya we love you
@jackeilhigh
Amazing work right
@Raygeta
Real men cry bro. there is no need to be ashamed.
@brandonrobinson8135
I'm not crying, you're crying.
@Aidan.G
@@brandonrobinson8135 I'm not crying either... You guys are.
Song is unreal! 🤘