Answer Me
Vertical Horizon Lyrics


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It seems you're feeling down
You don't know how long
But you know you don't like it
Lost in your room

It seems you're feeling tired
You don't know what from
One too many parties
Makeup hides the wounds

[Chorus]
Answer me
Giving up won't get you out
Can't you hear me
Come and leave this room of doubt
Answer me

It seems you're feeling scared
You don't know how come
Hiding in the shadows
Praying for the sun

[Chorus]

It seems you're feeling old
You don't know how long
Holding on to memories
Waiting for the song





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

In Vertical Horizon's "Answer Me", the singer observes that someone they care about is feeling down, tired, scared, and old. They seem lost in their own room, covering up their wounds and hiding in the shadows. The singer implores them to answer and come out of the room of doubt, reminding them that giving up won't help. The song seems to speak to feelings of isolation, loneliness, and hopelessness that can be all too familiar.


One possible interpretation of the lyrics is that they are addressing someone who has been struggling with depression or anxiety. The references to tiredness, partying, and makeup masking wounds could suggest a lifestyle that is both exhausting and damaging. The image of someone holding on to memories and waiting for the song, meanwhile, may imply a sense of nostalgia or longing for a time when things felt more hopeful. Overall, the song seems to be urging the listener to reach out for help and find a way to move forward.


Line by Line Meaning

It seems you're feeling down
It appears that you are feeling sad or depressed.


You don't know how long
You are unsure of how long you have been feeling this way.


But you know you don't like it
Although you may not have a clear idea of what's causing these feelings, you are certain that you don't enjoy it.


Lost in your room
You feel isolated and disconnected from others, possibly retreating to your room to escape or avoid social interaction.


It seems you're feeling tired
You are experiencing exhaustion or fatigue.


You don't know what from
You are unsure of the source of your exhaustion or fatigue.


One too many parties
You may have been attending social events or gatherings that have taken a toll on your energy levels and overall well-being.


Makeup hides the wounds
You may be using external means, such as makeup, to hide physical or emotional issues that are affecting you.


Answer me
The artist is imploring you to respond or communicate with them, encouraging you to open up about what's bothering you.


Giving up won't get you out
Simply allowing yourself to succumb to negative feelings and giving up will not help you escape or overcome them.


Can't you hear me
The singer is emphasizing that they are there to listen and support you if you are willing to reach out or speak up.


Come and leave this room of doubt
The artist is urging you to take action and step out of your isolation or negativity, offering a space of encouragement and hope.


It seems you're feeling scared
You are experiencing fear or anxiety.


You don't know how come
You are unsure of what caused your fear or anxiety.


Hiding in the shadows
You may be avoiding attention or seeking refuge in solitude due to your fears.


Praying for the sun
You may be seeking hope or optimism in a dark or uncertain situation, seeking a brighter future.


It seems you're feeling old
You are experiencing a sense of weariness or boredom from your current situation or stage in life.


You don't know how long
You are unsure of how long you have been feeling this way, possibly feeling like you are stuck in a rut.


Holding on to memories
You may be clinging to past experiences or relationships that are preventing you from moving on or finding new sources of joy.


Waiting for the song
You may be waiting for a sign or inspiration to shake you out of your malaise, seeking a new source of motivation or direction.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MATT SCANNELL, MATTHEW B. SCANNELL

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