Morphine
in desperate times Lyrics
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The more I laugh
The more I bleed
My bloody hands can still hold what I believe
These bullets on the sky, make my eyes shine.
We're still so fucking wounded, I'm paying to stay alive...
Every stain on this warpath makes my lure to get saved from myself.
All these corpses are just endorsed by the pain I felt
Nothing like day after day to fill these cloudy nights
My lungs are empty again, we all grew up without a thing to say
Another day has gone and another joke in my face.
I saw you come as I'll watch you go
I'd better if my eyes were closed
The lyrics of "Morphine" by In Desperate Times reflect the inner turmoil of an individual who is struggling to cope with the pain and struggles of life. The comparison to morphine alludes to the experience of feeling a temporary relief from pain but ultimately leading to more suffering. The more the person laughs, the more they bleed, symbolizing how the more they try to distract themselves from the pain, the more it intensifies. Despite this constant struggle, the person still holds on to their beliefs, as symbolized by their bloody hands. They may feel wounded, but they are still alive and fighting through their pain.
The imagery of "bullets on the sky" suggests that even in the midst of chaos and destruction, there is still beauty to be found, represented by their shining eyes. Despite this glimmer of hope, the person still recognizes their wounds and that they must continue to fight to keep themselves alive. Every stain on their warpath is a reminder of their pain, but also a motivation to keep going and find a path to salvation. The chorus reflects the inner turmoil and despair the person faces, wishing for something more than just waiting for their eventual death. The lyrics also contain a sense of resignation, as they describe the cloudy nights and how they and those around them grew up without much to say.
Overall, the lyrics of "Morphine" by In Desperate Times explore the experience of struggling with pain, while still finding moments of hope and strength to keep going. The comparison to morphine suggests the temporary nature of relief and the importance of fighting through struggles to find lasting peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Just like morphine
Similar to how morphine numbs the physical pain, I am trying to numb the emotional pain by laughing and staying strong.
The more I laugh
The more I try to put on a brave face and laugh, the more I hurt inside.
The more I bleed
The more I hurt emotionally, the more I feel like I am bleeding out and cannot stop the pain.
My bloody hands can still hold what I believe
Even though I am hurting, I still hold on to my beliefs and values, despite the pain.
These bullets on the sky, make my eyes shine.
The gunfire in the sky is a reminder of the constant war and chaos around me, yet it catches my attention and makes my eyes shine with fascination and fear.
We're still so fucking wounded, I'm paying to stay alive...
Despite being wounded and in pain, I am still trying to survive, even if it means paying a steep price to do so.
Every stain on this warpath makes my lure to get saved from myself.
Every mark of violence on this path of war reminds me that I need to save myself from the cycle of pain and hurt.
All these corpses are just endorsed by the pain I felt
Seeing all the dead bodies around me is a reminder of the pain and suffering I have endured and how it has led to this violent outcome.
I wish I had something more than just wait for my death
I feel hopeless and wish I had something more to look forward to than just waiting for my inevitable death.
Nothing like day after day to fill these cloudy nights
The monotonous routine of day after day only further deepens the depression and sadness I feel at night.
My lungs are empty again, we all grew up without a thing to say
I feel emotionally drained and exhausted, and it seems like we were all raised in an environment where we were not encouraged to express our feelings or thoughts.
Another day has gone and another joke in my face.
Every day feels like a repeat of the last, and it seems like everyone is constantly making fun of me and not taking my pain seriously.
I saw you come as I'll watch you go
I am resigned to the fact that people will come and go in my life, and I cannot hold on to anyone for too long.
I'd better if my eyes were closed
I would be better off if I just closed my eyes and gave up on trying to stay strong and fight the pain.
Contributed by Joshua F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.