Venom
Woozy Lyrics

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You are venom, all the ways you find happiness
You would tear open worlds of respect just to get ahead
You are venom, all the ways you find happiness
You could dress yourself well, paper doll, rip out images
of the things you could be, paste them on, look convincing
You are venom, all the songs you write hoping that
all your best friends would fail, be alone in your soft laments

wrap yourself in paisley & white images you'll croon tonight

Talking shit with your new best friends
That you made when you lost everything

What's the point in having when you're nothing?
what's the point in having when you're nothing?

Overall Meaning

In the song Venom by Woozy, the lyrics are a scathing attack on a person who is compared to venom, a substance that is toxic and dangerous. The first verse describes how this person is willing to do anything to find happiness, even if it means tearing apart the respect of others. They are constantly seeking ways to improve themselves and their image, even if it means pasting on false images or talking poorly about their own friends. The chorus repeats the line "You are venom" to emphasize how toxic and damaging this person is.

The second verse continues this theme, describing how this person talks badly about their friends and is willing to make new ones when they are down and out. They are constantly searching for validation and worth in material possessions, but ultimately feel like they have nothing. The chorus is repeated again, highlighting the overall theme of the song: that this person is a dangerous force that poisons those around them.

Overall, the song is a powerful critique of toxic behavior and those who engage in it. The lyrics are poignant and sharply written, with a clear message of warning against allowing oneself to become consumed by jealousy and negativity.

Line by Line Meaning

You are venom, all the ways you find happiness
You are toxic, taking pleasure in any means necessary to be happy.

You would tear open worlds of respect just to get ahead
You would destroy the good reputation of others just to succeed.

You could dress yourself well, paper doll, rip out images
You can present yourself well, but deep inside you are fake and hollow, putting up a facade.

of the things you could be, paste them on, look convincing
You falsely portray yourself to be something you wish to be, but in actuality, you are not that person.

You are venom, all the songs you write hoping that
Your music reflects your toxic thoughts and behavior, secretly wishing for your friends to fail.

all your best friends would fail, be alone in your soft laments
You feel contented when your closest friends are miserable and alone, listening to your sad songs of pain.

wrap yourself in paisley & white images you'll croon tonight
You comfort yourself in fake beauty and purity, singing sweetly to deceive people.

Talking shit with your new best friends
You enjoy gossiping with people you just met, with common bad intentions.

That you made when you lost everything
You were able to create new relationships when you were at your lowest and most vulnerable state.

What's the point in having when you're nothing?
You question the purpose of possessing anything when you have nothing genuine to offer yourself and others.

what's the point in having when you're nothing?
You reiterate your skepticism towards possessions and wealth when you have no substance or character to show for yourself.

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