Now, 10 years later, Hedges has refocused the project’s mission, writing songs that tackle mental health issues for others to take solace in. His confessional lyrics and punk - infused melodies inspire hope in listeners to continue moving forward.
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The Dirt
Sundressed Lyrics
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but they say we have to
I don't want to act that way
They say it's a process
but I find it obnoxious
The poet in me can't stay straight
So just stick to the concept
Just be willing to throw it away
Wait I don't want to
but they say we have to
I don't want to act that way
Because progress is perfect,
the line in the dirt says
you can pick a side its okay
All my friends are drinking,
i don't know what i'm going to do
All my friends are singing,
and I can't seem to stay in tune
So serious and silent never been violent
now your eyes are filled with hate
So what came over you
this sure isn't the sober you
but clearly it's all the rage
Wait I don't want to
but they say we have to
I don't want to act that way
Because progress is perfect,
the line in the dirt says
you can pick a side its okay
All my friends are drinking,
i don't know what i'm going to do
All my friends are singing,
and I can't seem to stay in tune
I don't want to share my birthday
I don't want to sit in circles
I don't want to pay for new ripped jeans
All my friends are drinking
I don't know what I'm going to do.
Sundressed’s “The Dirt” is an exploration of the pressures of conformity and the quest for progress in modern society. The song conveys a sense of alienation from societal expectations and the difficulty in reconciling personal desires with external pressures. The opening stanza, “Wait I don't want to / but they say we have to / I don't want to act that way,” captures the tension between personal values and the societal norms that dictate behavior.
The song's chorus, "Because progress is perfect, / the line in the dirt says / you can pick a side its okay," suggests that conformity is often a necessary part of progress. However, the idea that progress is "perfect" is also questioned through the lyrics, "I find it obnoxious / the poet in me can't stay straight." This line suggests that conforming to societal norms can feel restrictive and suffocating, particularly for those who value creativity and authenticity.
The final stanza, "I don't want to share my birthday / I don't want to sit in circles / I don't want to pay for new ripped jeans / All my friends are drinking / I don't know what I'm going to do," highlights the struggle of feeling out of place within one's peer group and the pressure to conform to their behaviors and choices.
Overall, "The Dirt" is a poignant and reflective exploration of the complexities of conformity and the struggle to reconcile personal desires with societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Wait I don't want to
Reluctance to follow societal norms
but they say we have to
Pressure to conform
I don't want to act that way
Unwillingness to behave in a certain manner
They say it's a process
It's explained as a procedure
but I find it obnoxious
Not liking the way it happens
The poet in me can't stay straight
Inability to suppress inner creativity
So just stick to the concept
Focus on the main idea
you don't have to be honest
Honesty is not a must
Just be willing to throw it away
Be prepared to discard it
Because progress is perfect,
Perceived exceptional nature of progress
the line in the dirt says
Metaphorical line indicating a choice
you can pick a side its okay
Choosing a side is acceptable
All my friends are drinking,
Peer pressure to drink alcohol
i don't know what i'm going to do
Uncertainty about how to react
All my friends are singing,
Peer pressure to participate in singing
and I can't seem to stay in tune
Inability to sing well
So serious and silent never been violent
Mellow personality
now your eyes are filled with hate
Change in behavior towards violence
So what came over you
What caused the change in behavior
this sure isn't the sober you
Difference in behavior when drunk
but clearly it's all the rage
Anger and violence are widespread
I don't want to share my birthday
Dislike for birthday celebrations
I don't want to sit in circles
Dislike for group gatherings
I don't want to pay for new ripped jeans
Dislike for trendy fashion
All my friends are drinking
Reiteration of peer pressure to drink alcohol
I don't know what I'm going to do.
Continued uncertainty about how to react
Contributed by Nathan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jordan Jaeger
That chorus pumps me up!
Beautifully - Emo
This is so good!
The Wandering Musician
Just saw you guys. And you are fantastic!!!!
Mark Gamse
Excellent!!!!!
Mndz Alex
omg ur music is amaZing
Mndz Alex
omg ur music is amaZing
Mndz Alex
omg ur music is amaZing
WALLDORF ELECTRON_CO
schwa!
oh, dweeb
yes