IX
ksandr and I.M.M.U.R.E. Lyrics

The lyrics of "IX" by ksandr and I.M.M.U.R.E. seem to be a reflection on the human psyche and the internal conflicts that arise when trying to make sense of our thoughts and actions. The opening line, "Steady repetition is a compulsion mutually reinforced," suggests that we often get trapped in cycles of behavior that we feel compelled to repeat, even when they may not be beneficial for us or those around us. The next line, "Now what does that mean? Is there a just contradiction?" speaks to the inner turmoil we experience when we realize the contradiction between our compulsions and our values.

The next verse brings up a prayer that is familiar to many, "Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord, hesitate." The inclusion of the word "hesitate" is interesting, as it introduces a sense of doubt into an otherwise straightforward prayer. It suggests that the singer may have reservations about the afterlife or the concept of divine judgment.

The rest of the song contains similar themes of internal conflict and struggle, specifically in the lines "Got to punch right on target, twisting tongues gotta stripe down his back, all nine yards down her back." These lines speak to a need for control and dominance, but at the same time, there is a sense of guilt and shame. The repetition of "conversation fear" at the end of the song seems to be a realization that our fears and anxieties are often rooted in our inability to communicate effectively with those around us.