In some ways, it’s the same sort of theme that's been on Ray's mind since he first launched the ever-evolving project—which began with a series of no-fi punk songs recorded at home with friends. The world doesn’t matter, life is inherently painful, but you always find a way forward amidst the bleakness. For his part, at 31, he finally feels grown-up, and a little more self-assured—his new songs offer less of the desperate emotional thrashing of his youth.
skate witches
Teen Suicide Lyrics
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and when i do
i will call you
cause i don't like myself
but i can't be someone else
and i don't like you
you don't like me too
so i will get sick
and when i do
i will call you
i can't stop telling lies
to everyone that i like
and i don't like you
you don't like me too
The lyrics of Teen Suicide's song "Skate Witches" speaks to the struggles of an individual who is unhappy with themselves and their relationships with others. The opening line "I will take pills" implies the singer is struggling with mental health issues and is resorting to taking medication. They mention calling someone, perhaps a friend or loved one, as a cry for help or support during this difficult time.
The verse "cause i don't like myself but i can't be someone else" highlights the internal turmoil the singer is dealing with. They cannot change who they are despite not liking themselves. The line "and i don't like you, you don't like me too" suggests a strained relationship and a lack of connection with others.
The second verse elaborates further on the singer's struggle with lying to those they like. The repeated phrase "and i don't like you, you don't like me too" emphasizes the growing disconnect between them and the people around them. The last line of the song "you don't like me too" ends on a sad and vulnerable note, underscoring the singer's feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Line by Line Meaning
i will take pills
I am considering taking pills to escape my feelings or to end my life
and when i do
If I do take pills or attempt suicide, I will try to contact you
cause i don't like myself
My self-esteem is so low that I don't like who I am as a person
but i can't be someone else
I am struggling with not feeling authentic and being true to myself.
and i don't like you
There may be underlying conflict or tension between the artist and the person they are speaking to.
you don't like me too
This could be a result of the conflict or tension mentioned in the previous line, rather than feelings being mutual
so i will get sick
The singer may use being physically ill as a coping mechanism, or they may actually be feeling sick because of their mental state
every day for a week
The artist is in a state of emotional turmoil or distress, which may make them feel physically unwell for an extended period of time
and when i do
The artist will likely reach out to the person they are speaking to when they feel ill
i can't stop telling lies
The artist may be struggling with trust issues or may be trying to protect themselves by not revealing the truth
to everyone that i like
This behavior may be a result of the trust issues mentioned earlier, or it may be a manifestation of the singer's struggle with being honest and authentic
and i don't like you
The artist may harbor negative feelings towards the person they are speaking to, which can fuel a sense of conflict or tension.
you don't like me too
The conflict or tension mentioned earlier may also be present in how the singer perceives the other person's feelings about them.
Contributed by Jake V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ragan9757
I am the best female skateboarder in town
And I'll fight anyone who begs to differ
I don't have no money to waste on a skateboard
So I take one from whoever I want
I will take pills
And when I do
I will call you, you
I will call you
Cause I don't like myself
And I can't be someone else
And I don't like you
You don't like me too
So I'll get sick
Every day for a week
And when I do, do
I will call you, you
I can't stop telling lies
To everyone that I like
And I don't like you
You don't like me too
@runforcovertube
American Pleasure Club’s (formerly known as Teen Suicide) new album ‘A Whole Fucking Lifetime of This’ is out 2/16, listen to “this is heaven & id die for it” right here: https://youtu.be/MtHifoG2kgM
@saturnineritual4807
Fuck that name change
@afrazedofthem246
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@summertimeclothes8412
this song feels like driving down the highway early in the morning with the radio on low because you're too tired for loud music and just want to enjoy the drive.
@uwu-tr7ox
Really? I would listen to this song when I kill some children but, your statement works too.
@arquimedestheii1178
i blast music when im tired
@izaifn3794
hopping the drive never ends
@sirus2888
perfect song to skateboard to while crying
@ballsmaster6993
Shut up find a women
@jeliiii3890
@Oscar Farrell tf