Misery
Vexed Lyrics


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Peel back my skin and look deep within
I cannot find my mind, it's somewhere lost inside
Deja vu or just another curse?
I'm running out of luck, think I should just give up

Save me from myself
'Cause I'm living in hell
I know this won't end well for me

One for sorrow, two for misery
How many more times can I face this agony?
Third time lucky or am I kidding myself?
'Cause this anxiety is blinding me and I need your help
I need your help

How could I have been
So pathetically naive?
I feel sick to my stomach, it's happened again
How much longer do I have to pretend that I'm okay?
There's nothing that'll get in my way
It's not just Gods that get betrayed

One for sorrow, two for misery
How many more times can I face this agony?
Third time lucky or am I kidding myself?
'Cause this anxiety is blinding me and I need your help
I need your help





Lead us not into temptation
It only leads to devastation

Overall Meaning

In "Misery" by Vexed, the lyrics convey a deep sense of inner turmoil and despair. The opening lines invite the listener to peel back the singer's skin metaphorically, implying vulnerability and a desire for introspection. The search for their own mind suggests a feeling of being lost within themselves, unable to find clarity or peace. The mention of déjà vu or another curse indicates a repetitive cycle of negative experiences or thoughts that they are grappling with.


The lyrics further express a sense of hopelessness and a desire to give up. The plea to be saved from oneself indicates a recognition of the self-destructive patterns they are trapped in. The repeated lines of "living in hell" and "this won't end well for me" highlight the intensity of their suffering.


The mention of "one for sorrow, two for misery" draws upon the superstition regarding magpies, symbolizing the accumulation of pain and misery. The lyrics question whether the singer is fooling themselves by hoping that the next time will be different, all while anxiety blinds them and keeps them from finding a way out. The repeated plea for help emphasizes their desperate need for support and guidance.


Line by Line Meaning

Peel back my skin and look deep within
Examine my innermost thoughts and emotions


I cannot find my mind, it's somewhere lost inside
I am unable to locate my rationality or clarity of thought


Deja vu or just another curse?
Is this a repeated pattern or a new misfortune?


I'm running out of luck, think I should just give up
My fortunate circumstances are diminishing, and I contemplate surrendering


Save me from myself
Rescue me from my own destructive tendencies


'Cause I'm living in hell
Because my current state of existence is torment


I know this won't end well for me
I am aware that the outcome will be unfavorable for me


One for sorrow, two for misery
The first represents sadness, the second signifies intense suffering


How many more times can I face this agony?
How many additional instances of anguish can I endure?


Third time lucky or am I kidding myself?
Is it possible for fortune to favor me on the third attempt, or am I deluding myself?


'Cause this anxiety is blinding me and I need your help
Because this overwhelming apprehension is impairing my vision, and I require your assistance


I need your help
I am in desperate need of your assistance


How could I have been
In what way was I


So pathetically naive?
Exhibiting such a pitiful lack of wisdom or discernment?


I feel sick to my stomach, it's happened again
I experience profound physical and emotional discomfort as the same unfortunate event repeats


How much longer do I have to pretend that I'm okay?
For how extended a period must I feign emotional stability?


There's nothing that'll get in my way
There are no obstacles that can hinder my progress


It's not just Gods that get betrayed
Not only deities experience betrayal


Lead us not into temptation
Guide us away from situations that may lead to wrongdoing


It only leads to devastation
It solely results in destruction or ruin




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alastair William Harper, Jay Bacon, Megan Alice Targett, Willem Mason Geraghty

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Peel back my skin and look deep within
I cannot find my mind, it's somewhere lost inside
De ja vu or just another curse?
I'm running out of luck, think I should just give up

Save me from myself
'Cause I'm living in hell
I know this won't end well for me

One for sorrow, two for misery
How many more times can I face this agony?
Third time lucky or am I kidding myself
Cos this anxiety is blinding me and I need your help
I need your help

How could I have been so pathetically naive?
I feel sick to my stomach it's happened again
How much longer do I have to pretend that I'm okay
There's nothing that'll get in my way
It's not just Gods that get betrayed

Onе for sorrow, two for misery
How many more times can I facе this agony?
Third time lucky or am I kidding myself
Cos this anxiety is blinding me and I need your help
I need your help
Lead us not into temptation, it only leads to devastation



All comments from YouTube:

@molotovbatradio

Megan's vocals are the best i've heard in a longtime, the screams are vicious and the cleans are so strong with feeling. Awesome stuff!! Featuring this track on the show Wednesday \m/

@elchubboftw

Every single has slapped. I am so looking forward to this album

@TheMessiahDom

Which is honestly a surprising milestone

@killjoy2232

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@MatandChelsReact

This song was phenomenal! Vexed is quickly becoming one of our favorite bands!

@christrypticon

It still blows my mind that I found out about/fell in love with this band over a year and a half ago. And to finally see them release new music is really fucking cool to me. idk, just cool to think about. Love the music so far! Looking forward to Culling Culture!

@poopoo6894

wow, I just found them today. they're pretty sick

@StrattonSmith

That guitar during the chorus is SO Disturbed's "Ten Thousand Fists"-era...I fucking love it lol

@Extrapua

Every single is HIT. I love it. The concerts of this band gonna be great.

@timo7203

That riff!!!!!

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