INSOMNIA
Z.I.P.P.O Lyrics


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These pills are meant to help me sleep but all they do is keep me wide awake
Wide awake
This smile I wear upon my face is just a mask cause this is all so fake, all so fake
Hi, it’s me, the one who’s on the ground
I hope I went out with a smile with all the pills stuffed in my mouth
I hope you’re happy
I hope you’re happy
I hope your eyes dry like the desert cause you never cared
So why should I when you’re the reason for my every breath
My every step was all for you
And I’m sorry to the broken hearts I know your eyes are balling too
But what was I to do they told me I could never make it
So instead of labels taking my soul I told the devil take it
Let me demonstrate it
A lost soul given God's gift
Words spit from a serpent who was learning from the pain
Got lost in the rain now he’s playing hopscotch with no legs intends to find God
But he can’t
It’s dark out where’s the switch I’m twitching the fuck out
Bring him in, the doc says that he can’t help
God sent but the devil found what a rebel now find a better crown
Was in need of some company
Spent my nights writing novelties
All alone in a cold world got no home and it’s no girl wanna call his phone but it’s over
It’s too late kid's gone now
On the ground no pulse found
Calls sound for the lord now
Hearts are found in distraught now
They’ve been sawed out by the pain it seems that all that falls is the rain
The sane have found hope in his name
He wished for peace
Cause that’s all you ever need
Just some time for you to breathe and take in life as all it seems
I know it’s easy said and it’s never really done
But that’s still not an excuse for you to take your life and run
But it’s back to it
Hard times but my back to it
Hard knock cause I’m hard headed but the call dropped so I’m all alone
Now my thoughts heavy so I call God
Back after sinning all done
Relaxing isn’t an option just and opt out when I’m all done
Falling down, getting back up, got no back up get ya racks up
Master of the bad stuff got my black on bout to act up
Put a mask on, pull a fast one, brake a tailbone, if I have to
Remind ya that I’m bad when I’m killing it feeling it’s all bad
When I’m feeling so villainous realizing this how it is
Stuck in my sunken abyss
Looking up and I wish I could get there but this how it is
This just how it is
These pills are meant to help me sleep




But all they do is keep me wide awake, wide awake
This smile I wear upon my face is just a mask cause this is all so fake, all so fake

Overall Meaning

The song "Insomnia" by Z.I.P.P.O is a raw and introspective look at the struggles of mental health and the toll that it takes on a person. The lyrics speak to the singer's experience with insomnia, their use of pills to try and sleep, and the fake smile they wear to hide the pain they feel inside. The singer directly addresses someone, possibly a former partner or friend, and tells them that they are the reason for their pain and negative thoughts. They express regret towards the "broken hearts" that they know are also suffering and apologize for the pain that they caused.


Throughout the song, the singer grapples with their own demons and the sense of hopelessness that comes with feeling like there is no way out. They struggle with their own identity and the search for meaning in life, looking to God for answers but feeling like they are too far gone to be saved. Despite all of their pain and hardships, the singer acknowledges that they need to keep pushing forward and rising up against the negative forces that are pulling them down. The song ends on a note of resilience, with the singer determined to keep fighting and claw their way out of the darkness.


Overall, "Insomnia" is a powerful and emotionally charged song that gives voice to the struggles of mental health and the importance of finding hope and meaning in life even in the face of overwhelming adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

These pills are meant to help me sleep but all they do is keep me wide awake
The pills the singer takes were supposed to help him sleep, but instead they keep him awake.


Wide awake
The singer is alert and unable to fall asleep.


This smile I wear upon my face is just a mask cause this is all so fake, all so fake
The singer is pretending to be happy and content, but in reality, he is unhappy and unfulfilled.


Hi, it’s me, the one who’s on the ground
The artist is in a low and vulnerable position.


I hope I went out with a smile with all the pills stuffed in my mouth
The artist wishes to die with a happy appearance, even though they have taken all of their pills.


I hope you’re happy
The singer is sarcastically expressing the desire for another person to be happy.


I hope your eyes dry like the desert cause you never cared
The singer wishes for the other person to experience the same pain and lack of empathy as they have.


So why should I when you’re the reason for my every breath
The other person has caused the artist so much pain that they question why they should continue living.


My every step was all for you
The artist has lived their life for the other person and is now feeling resentful.


And I’m sorry to the broken hearts I know your eyes are balling too
The artist apologizes to those who have been hurt by them, acknowledging their own pain and that of others.


But what was I to do they told me I could never make it
The singer faced discouragement and criticism from others who underestimated their abilities.


So instead of labels taking my soul I told the devil take it
The artist rejected the constraints and limits imposed on them by outside forces and decided to take control of their own destiny.


Let me demonstrate it
The singer wants to prove to others that they can succeed despite the obstacles in their way.


A lost soul given God's gift
The singer feels lost and disconnected from themselves but acknowledges that they have a talent or skill given to them by a higher power.


Words spit from a serpent who was learning from the pain
The singer is using their own experiences of suffering and struggle to create art or music.


Got lost in the rain now he’s playing hopscotch with no legs intends to find God
The artist has lost their way and is seeking spiritual guidance to help them find meaning and purpose.


But he can’t
Despite their efforts, the artist feels like they are unable to find the answers they are looking for.


It’s dark out where’s the switch I’m twitching the fuck out
The singer is experiencing intense anxiety and is searching for a way to alleviate it.


Bring him in, the doc says that he can’t help
The singer has sought medical help for their anxiety or mental health issues, but so far, it has not been effective.


God sent but the devil found what a rebel now find a better crown
The artist sees themselves as someone who has been given a gift or talent by God, but their actions have caused them to fall from grace. They hope to redeem themselves and find a better sense of identity.


Was in need of some company
The artist is lonely and desires the company of others.


Spent my nights writing novelties
The artist uses their time alone to create new works of art or music.


All alone in a cold world got no home and it’s no girl wanna call his phone but it’s over
The singer feels isolated and disconnected from others and has no one to turn to for support. They also feel like their chances for love and companionship are gone.


It’s too late kid's gone now
The artist feels like they have missed their chance to make a better life for themselves.


On the ground no pulse found
The singer has died, and there is no sign of life or movement.


Calls sound for the lord now
There are calls for divine intervention or prayer in response to the singer's death.


Hearts are found in distraught now
The news of the singer's death has left many people feeling sad or distressed.


They’ve been sawed out by the pain it seems that all that falls is the rain
The people who cared about the artist are experiencing emotional pain and sorrow, which feels overwhelming and never-ending.


The sane have found hope in his name
Despite the tragedy, some people have found comfort or hope through the artist or their legacy.


He wished for peace
The singer desired inner peace and tranquility, which they were unable to find during their lifetime.


Cause that’s all you ever need
The singer believes that peace and inner contentment are the most important things in life.


Just some time for you to breathe and take in life as all it seems
The artist believes that taking time to reflect and appreciate life is important for finding happiness.


I know it’s easy said and it’s never really done
The artist acknowledges that finding inner peace and contentment is easier said than done but still believes it is possible.


But that’s still not an excuse for you to take your life and run
The artist believes that suicide is not a justified response to life's difficulties or struggles.


But it’s back to it
The singer is determined to keep moving forward and not give up despite their struggles.


Hard times but my back to it
The artist is facing difficult times but is determined to not back down.


Hard knock cause I’m hard headed but the call dropped so I’m all alone
The singer is stubborn and resistant to outside help, but they also feel isolated and unsupported.


Now my thoughts heavy so I call God
The singer turns to prayer or divine intervention to help them deal with their heavy thoughts and emotions.


Back after sinning all done
The singer is trying to move forward after making mistakes or poor choices in the past.


Relaxing isn’t an option just and opt out when I’m all done
The artist cannot relax or take a break from their struggles and will only rest when they are finished with their goals.


Falling down, getting back up, got no back up get ya racks up
Even though they have no support and are facing obstacles, the artist continues to get back up and fight. They encourage others to do the same and make money or gain resources along the way.


Master of the bad stuff got my black on bout to act up
The singer is experienced in dealing with difficult situations and is ready to take action or react in a way that may be considered negative or aggressive.


Put a mask on, pull a fast one, brake a tailbone, if I have to
The singer is willing to pretend or deceive to achieve their goals and is also willing to harm others in the process if necessary.


Remind ya that I’m bad when I’m killing it feeling it’s all bad
The artist wants to prove their worth and ability to others, even though they may be feeling negative emotions.


When I’m feeling so villainous realizing this how it is
The artist acknowledges that sometimes they may feel like the bad guy, but this is just a part of life.


Stuck in my sunken abyss
The artist feels trapped or stuck in a dark and miserable place.


Looking up and I wish I could get there but this how it is
The singer desires something better or greater but knows that it may be difficult or impossible to achieve.


This just how it is
The artist resigns themselves to the reality of their current situation, even if it is unpleasant or unfavorable.




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Written by: Geremiah Paige

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