Originally beginning as a solo project by guitarist/vocalist Tyler Zanon in 2013 under the name Bedroom Talk, Tyler recruited member Cody Muraro to guest on the debut song “Grinding Teeth”. The chemistry worked out in a positive manor, so both decided to undergo the project together as a duo. After releasing 2 EPs and a full-length, Cody left the band in 2020 to become the vocalist of Real Friends. Since then, Youth Fountain moved forward as Tyler's solo project, releasing "Keepsakes & Reminders" in 2021.
Nosedive
Youth Fountain Lyrics
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where I can't see the point anymore
It's just been one of those days feeling anxious,
reaching out, but ignored
If only I could know how to come clean and let this go
Instead of keeping habits I can't refrain from
Well maybe that's just me, seeing so indifferently
or a shoulder to lean on
It's no secret, cause I can see that
I'm still busy being pissed at my reflection
What's said and done from myself I can't out run.
I'm hanging on to this, and the pain held in my head
With a life lesson I've learned of "don't let anybody in
Putting on another charade won't make it all go away
You want honesty?
Acting sorry for myself is comforting
Searching for something that could kill me quick
Give me the antidote for the mess I'm in
No guidance, I'm lifeless, and so headstrong
Help me find the difference in right and wrong
I know I'll just end up standing in smoke,
so I'll choke and invoke my former self as a ghost
I know I'll just end up standing in smoke
with the words that I wrote but never spoke
Strapped in for the long hall,
I'd best learn how to enjoy the downfall
Is there a reason to fight? I'll wilt away with no end in sight
I've been here before but I don't recognize it anymore
They say pain makes you stronger, I'm weaker than ever
Will it ever end?
A feeling I discarded, since the moment all this started
I'll never fit into the shape you made
Could anyone just take my place?
Restless and hopeless, spend every given day
to waste it all away I'm wasted away.
The lyrics to Youth Fountain's song "Nosedive" depict a sense of frustration, anxiety, and isolation. The singer expresses their overwhelming emotions and the feeling of not being understood or listened to. They long for a release from their habits and negative thoughts but struggle to let go. The lyrics suggest that the singer is deeply critical of themselves and constantly angry at their own reflection, unable to escape their own self-destructive tendencies.
The singer grapples with the pain they hold inside, both mentally and emotionally. They have learned a life lesson about not allowing others to come close, as they believe it only brings more pain. Instead, they put up a facade, pretending to be sorry for themselves as a way to find comfort. They desperately search for something that could provide a quick escape from their mess, yearning for guidance and clarity in distinguishing right from wrong.
The lyrics reveal a battle between the singer's past and present selves. They fear that they will ultimately succumb to their own mistakes and regrets, becoming a mere ghost of who they once were. Despite this realization, they continue to bury their unspoken words and feelings in smoke, further adding to their sense of suffocation. The repetition of standing in smoke symbolizes their inability to break free from the cycle of self-destruction.
The singer contemplates whether it is worth fighting against their circumstances or if they should simply accept their downfall. They feel trapped in a never-ending cycle and no longer recognize themselves or their purpose. The lyrics suggest a deep sense of weakness and doubt, questioning if they will ever find an end to their suffering. The feeling of not fitting in and the desire for someone to take their place adds to their restlessness and hopelessness, fueling their self-destructive tendencies and wasting away each day.
Line by Line Meaning
It's just been one of those days
Today has been an extremely difficult and overwhelming day
where I can't see the point anymore
I have lost all sense of purpose and meaning in my life
It's just been one of those days feeling anxious,
I am experiencing a heightened state of anxiety on this particular day
reaching out, but ignored
I am trying to seek support and connection, but it seems like nobody is responding or paying attention to me
If only I could know how to come clean and let this go
I wish I knew how to be honest with myself and release these burdens and struggles
Instead of keeping habits I can't refrain from
Rather than continuously engaging in detrimental behaviors that I find difficult to resist
Well maybe that's just me, seeing so indifferently
Perhaps this way of perceiving things is unique to me, feeling detached and unaffected
There'll be no rhyme or reason or a shoulder to lean on
There doesn't seem to be any logic or support available to me, leaving me feeling alone and vulnerable
It's no secret, cause I can see that I'm still busy being pissed at my reflection
I am fully aware that I am constantly consumed by anger and dissatisfaction towards myself
What's said and done from myself I can't out run
I am unable to escape from the repercussions of my own actions and words
I'm hanging on to this, and the pain held in my head
I am holding onto this pain, which is deeply ingrained within my thoughts and emotions
With a life lesson I've learned of 'don't let anybody in
I have learned the life lesson of not allowing anyone to come close or enter my inner world
Putting on another charade won't make it all go away
Pretending and putting on a false facade won't make all my problems disappear
You want honesty? Acting sorry for myself is comforting
If you desire honesty, I must admit that I find solace in pitying myself and playing the victim
Searching for something that could kill me quick
I am desperately seeking something that could bring an end to my suffering swiftly
Give me the antidote for the mess I'm in
I yearn for a remedy to alleviate the chaos and turmoil that have engulfed my life
No guidance, I'm lifeless, and so headstrong
I lack direction and feel spiritually numb, yet I remain stubborn and resistant to change
Help me find the difference in right and wrong
I am pleading for assistance in discerning between what is morally correct and what is not
I know I'll just end up standing in smoke, so I'll choke and invoke my former self as a ghost
I am fully aware that I will eventually find myself stuck in a haze of confusion and self-destruction, causing me to suffocate and summon the memories of my past self as if they were ghostly apparitions
I know I'll just end up standing in smoke with the words that I wrote but never spoke
I am certain that I will once again find myself lost and obscured in a cloud of confusion, regretting the words I wrote but never had the courage to vocalize
Strapped in for the long haul, I'd best learn how to enjoy the downfall
I am mentally prepared for a prolonged period of hardship, and perhaps it would be wise for me to find a way to embrace and find pleasure in my own downfall
Is there a reason to fight? I'll wilt away with no end in sight
I am questioning the purpose of continuing to struggle and engage in a battle, as it seems I will only wither away without any sign of resolution
I've been here before but I don't recognize it anymore
Although I have experienced similar struggles in the past, this current state feels unfamiliar and disorienting to me
They say pain makes you stronger, I'm weaker than ever
The common belief that pain builds strength does not hold true for me, as I find myself weaker and more vulnerable than ever before
Will it ever end?
I am plagued by the uncertainty of whether this torment and suffering will ever come to an end
A feeling I discarded, since the moment all this started
A certain emotion or sensation that I chose to ignore and cast aside from the very beginning of this ongoing ordeal
I'll never fit into the shape you made
I will never be able to conform to the expectations and molds that others have placed upon me
Could anyone just take my place?
Is there anyone who could simply step into my shoes and carry the burden that I am currently shouldering?
Restless and hopeless, spend every given day to waste it all away I'm wasted away
Feeling restless and devoid of hope, I find myself squandering each day, allowing it to pass by with no purpose or progress. I am wasting away in a state of despair
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Cody Reid Muraro, Tyler Zanon
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TipsY
Cant they get the recognition they deserve??
2:03
The Celtic Magician
Only just realising from the album how much of a masterpiece this is. I feel this and the creativity
superlink235
Parting Ways vibes. Hell yea
Guache
Lets go... Noise dive 👍
Martian Trinkets
It’s just been one of those days
where I can’t see the point anymore
It’s just been one of those days feeling anxious,
reaching out, but ignored
If only I could know how to come clean and let this go
Instead of keeping habits I can’t refrain from
Well maybe that’s just me, seeing so indifferently
There’ll be no rhyme or reason
or a shoulder to lean on
It's no secret, cause I can see that
I'm still busy being pissed at my reflection
What’s said and done from myself I can’t out run.
I’m hanging on to this, and the pain held in my head
With a life lesson I've learned of "don't let anybody in”
Putting on another charade won't make it all go away
You want honesty?
Acting sorry for myself is comforting
Searching for something that could kill me quick
Give me the antidote for the mess I'm in
No guidance, I'm lifeless, and so headstrong
Help me find the difference in right and wrong
I know I’ll just end up standing in smoke,
so I’ll choke and invoke my former self as a ghost
I know I’ll just end up standing in smoke
with the words that I wrote but never spoke
Strapped in for the long hall,
I’d best learn how to enjoy the downfall
Is there a reason to fight? I’ll wilt away with no end in sight
I’ve been here before but I don’t recognize it anymore
They say pain makes you stronger, I’m weaker than ever
Will it ever end?
A feeling I discarded, since the moment all this started
I'll never fit into the shape you made
Could anyone just take my place?
Restless and hopeless, spend every given day
to waste it all away I’m wasted away.
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