Distorted Frames
Such A Surge Lyrics


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Mentally paralyzed all bridges will break soon
Headache from midnight to highnoon
By playin' the game fit in the frame
Insane
Sellin' another dream duty free
Cheap as you creep over your mental border
In order to reach the other side
Remaining time is getting shorter
I can see your open hand
I see you stuck deep in quicksand Yes I understand
Your bloodshot eyes tellin' lies but your heart is true
As the rain falls in blue, like the grass is red
Kid watch your steps
Diggin' in your mental mud
I show you places in your head where your mind rots
Capital punishment for cryin' in public, lonelieness, stress
You've said you're strong in your weakness
Dangerous minds and games, distorted frames

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Distortion
Distorted frames
Is all I see

Life is a big river that flows right through you
Cause mountains are way tougher than you, so
Don't try to fake it cause I can see you play on the riverside
Like a little kid
Can't you see the danger ?
You are too close to the deep and dirty water
full of blood, from the others, who before
Tried to disconnect
I can understand
You don't like this leading hand
But I can feel you're fighting with yourself
You better listen to your own soul and you'll get old
With a fresher heart beating so hard and so strong
Don't get me wrong just be yourself
Don't let anybody push you in the big wet
I believe it's not that hard to get that done
And before you'll realize what's going on
Distorted frames will fade away





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Overall Meaning

The song "Distorted Frames" by Such A Surge is a commentary on society's pressure to conform and fit into a specific mold, leading to mental paralysis and distorted views of oneself and the world. The lyrics speak to the dangers of playing the game and selling oneself short in order to fit in, as well as the importance of staying true to oneself and not succumbing to societal pressures. The chorus emphasizes that the distorted frames are all that the singer can see, highlighting how pervasive and damaging these societal pressures can be.


The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer describes feeling mentally paralyzed and suggests that all bridges will break soon. The headache from midnight to highnoon could refer to the constant stress and pressure to conform, even while trying to rest or take a break. The game that the singer references is likely society's expectations and pressures, which they see as a frame that individuals are expected to fit into. By selling another dream duty free, the singer is suggesting that society sells people on the idea of fitting in and conforming as a way to avoid paying a higher cost. However, this cheap solution comes at the expense of one's individuality and authenticity.


The second verse continues the message, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and not letting anyone push you into the big wet, or the societal pressure to conform. The imagery of the river and mountains underscores the power imbalance and difficulty in trying to resist these external pressures. The singer encourages listeners to listen to their own soul and not fight themselves, suggesting that staying true to oneself will ultimately yield a fresher heart and a stronger sense of self.


Line by Line Meaning

Mentally paralyzed all bridges will break soon
Your own mental state has left you paralyzed and unable to move forward, causing all connections and relationships to deteriorate and break apart in the near future.


Headache from midnight to high noon
Your constant worries give you a headache that lasts from midnight until midday.


By playin' the game fit in the frame
You try to conform to society's expectations and fit into the mold, instead of being true to yourself.


Insane
Your actions may seem crazy to others, but they make sense to you given your current mental state.


Sellin' another dream duty-free
You offer others false hope and illusions for free or a low cost, without any real substance or value behind them.


Cheap as you creep over your mental border
You cling to your comfort zone and avoid anything that challenges or pushes you beyond its boundaries, even if it means sacrificing growth for safety and security.


In order to reach the other side, remaining time is getting shorter
To reach your goals or desired destination in life, you must act quickly and efficiently, as time is running out and opportunities may soon pass you by.


I can see your open hand
Your intentions are clear and transparent, as if you have nothing to hide or keep secret.


I see you stuck deep in quicksand, Yes, I understand
You are trapped in a difficult situation or mindset, struggling to find a way out or make progress, and I empathize with you.


Your bloodshot eyes tellin' lies but your heart is true
You may give the impression of being deceitful or untrustworthy due to your tired eyes, but deep down, your intentions and emotions are genuine and sincere.


As the rain falls in blue, like the grass is red
Your perception of reality is distorted and skewed, as if seeing things in a way that defies logic or common sense.


Kid watch your steps
Be careful and cautious in your actions and choices, especially as a young and inexperienced person.


Diggin' in your mental mud
You are stuck in your own negative thoughts and emotions, unable to move forward and grow.


I show you places in your head where your mind rots
I help you recognize the areas of your thoughts and mental processes that are unhealthy and need to be dealt with in order to progress and improve.


Capital punishment for cryin' in public, loneliness, stress
Society harshly judges and punishes people for showing vulnerability or weakness, such as crying in public or expressing feelings of loneliness and stress.


You've said you're strong in your weakness
You claim to be resilient and capable in spite of your flaws and weaknesses, but may not truly be as strong as you appear to others.


Dangerous minds and games, distorted frames
Your own patterns of thinking and behavior can be harmful and lead to negative outcomes, producing a skewed perception of reality.


Distortion, Distorted frames, Is all I see
Your perspective of the world and yourself is warped and twisted, and everything you encounter appears fragmented and unclear.


Life is a big river that flows right through you
Life is constantly changing and moving forward, and you must learn to adapt and go with the flow in order to thrive.


Cause mountains are way tougher than you, so
Obstacles and challenges in life are much more difficult and daunting than you may realize, and require strength and perseverance to overcome.


Don't try to fake it cause I can see you play on the riverside, like a little kid
Your attempts to pretend or mask your true feelings and intentions are clear and unconvincing, resembling a child playing games by the river.


Can't you see the danger?
You are oblivious to or ignoring the risks and consequences of your own actions and decisions.


You are too close to the deep and dirty water, full of blood, from the others, who before, tried to disconnect
You are getting in over your head in a situation or mindset that is dark and dangerous, with the bloody remnants of those who failed to extract themselves before you.


I can understand, You don't like this leading hand
You resist or resent being guided or influenced by others, even if their intentions are good and helpful.


But I can feel you're fighting with yourself
You are internally struggling and conflicted, perhaps battling against negative thoughts or behaviors that are holding you back.


You better listen to your own soul and you'll get old, With a fresher heart beating so hard and so strong
You should heed your own intuition and inner voice, which will help you to age gracefully and maintain a youthful spirit and mindset.


Don't get me wrong just be yourself
I'm not criticizing or judging you, but simply encouraging you to stay true to who you are and not try to be someone or something you're not.


Don't let anybody push you in the big wet
Do not allow others to manipulate or exert control over you, especially in situations that are uncertain or volatile.


I believe it's not that hard to get that done
I am optimistic that it is possible for you to stay true to yourself and avoid being pushed into undesirable or uncomfortable situations.


And before you'll realize what's going on, Distorted frames will fade away
If you are careful and mindful of your thoughts and actions, you will eventually overcome your distorted perception of reality and see things more clearly.




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