Crown
The Suicides Lyrics

I said
The singer is emphasizing that they have made a decision

I’ll wear the mask if I have to
The singer is willing to put on a façade if necessary to achieve their goal

I will inherit the crown
The singer desires a position of power and authority, and is willing to do what it takes to achieve it

A crowd so lost when you fucking left us
The artist is referring to someone who was influential and important before their departure, and their absence has left a void

A public without their lungs
The person's departure has left the audience feeling like they cannot breathe

Your relentless prowess helped so many
The person had a tremendous power and ability to help others

Your memory will never be lost
The person's legacy will always be remembered

Let me be your new foundation
The artist wants to fill the void left by the departed person and become a new source of strength and support

Stone and iron make up these bones
The artist is saying they are strong and unbreakable like stone and iron

Can I please get a chance to fucking breathe
The artist is feeling suffocated and wants relief

I’m sick and tired of expecting this hate
The singer is tired of anticipating negativity and hostility from others

It’s up to you, what do you want me to be
The artist is asking for guidance or direction from someone else

I can be your best friend or worst enemy
The singer is saying they are willing to be whatever the other person needs, whether that is an ally or a foe

A force much bigger then you or me
There is a powerful presence beyond the control of either the singer or the other person

I’m here for you to feast upon
The singer is offering themselves to the other person as a source of strength or nourishment

Either way I’m taken away
Regardless of whether the other person accepts or rejects the artist, they will be affected by them

Hand on my shoulder your presence lives on
Even if the other person is physically absent, their memory is still present and affecting the artist

Let me be your new foundation
The singer is reiterating their desire to support and strengthen the other person

Stone and iron make up these bones
The singer is emphasizing their own strength

Said
The artist is repeating their earlier statement