Eqzns
side-b Lyrics

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Complex equations of your heart
Don't know the answer
Don't know where to even start
My crooked angel
My imperfect piece of art
Just when the pieces start to fit they fall apart
Maybe if I weren't me
I'd know just what to make of all this shit

Maybe if I weren't me
I'd have what lets other people just admit
That something's wrong
It's all so wrong
Don't ask me why I won't come out today
I'll just say what I know you wanna hear
This tired cycle is just so damn hard to break
When I'm stuck with so much fear
Maybe if I could see my life from somewhere else
Then I would know just how to be
Can't remember how it feels to have my heart just melt
There's something new inside of me
Maybe I tried a bit too hard to make you love me like you do
Maybe I lost of piece of me the day I fell in love with you
But now it's bad
It's all gone bad
Don't ask me why I won't come out today
I'll just say what I know you wanna hear
This tired cycle is just so damn hard to break

When I'm struck with so much fear, hey hey
Don't ask me why I won't come out today

Overall Meaning

In the song "Eqzns" by Side-B, the lyrics delve into the complexities of relationships and internal struggles. The opening lines, "Complex equations of your heart, Don't know the answer, Don't know where to even start" convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty when it comes to understanding emotions and relationships. The singer refers to their partner as "My crooked angel, My imperfect piece of art," highlighting the imperfections and intricacies within the relationship.

As the lyrics progress, the singer expresses a sense of frustration and self-doubt, questioning whether things would be different if they were someone else. The line "Maybe if I weren't me, I'd know just what to make of all this shit" reflects a longing for clarity and understanding in the midst of emotional turmoil. The repetition of "Maybe if I weren't me" underscores a desire for a different perspective or identity to navigate the challenges they face.

The chorus of the song emphasizes a struggle with authenticity and vulnerability. The singer admits to putting up a facade, saying "Don't ask me why I won't come out today, I'll just say what I know you wanna hear." This internal conflict is further heightened by the line "This tired cycle is just so damn hard to break, When I'm stuck with so much fear," illustrating the difficulty of breaking free from emotional patterns and coping mechanisms.

In the final verses, there is a sense of loss and regret as the singer reflects on the impact of love and personal sacrifices. The lines "Maybe I lost a piece of me the day I fell in love with you, But now it's bad, It's all gone bad" suggest a realization of the cost of love and the changes it has brought about. The repetition of "Don't ask me why I won't come out today" signifies a reluctance to confront these emotions and face the challenges head-on, highlighting the ongoing struggle with vulnerability and communication. The song captures the complexities of relationships, self-perception, and the constant battle between fear and authenticity.

Line by Line Meaning

Complex equations of your heart
Intricate and confusing feelings associated with love and emotional connections.

Don't know the answer
Feeling lost and uncertain about how to navigate these emotions.

Don't know where to even start
Overwhelmed by the situation, unsure of how to begin addressing it.

My crooked angel
Referring to a complicated figure of love that is not perfect but still cherished.

My imperfect piece of art
Recognizing the beauty in flaws, acknowledging that love (or the loved one) is not perfect.

Just when the pieces start to fit they fall apart
Experiencing moments of hope when things seem to come together, only to see everything crumble again.

Maybe if I weren't me
Contemplating the idea that a different perspective or identity might provide clarity.

I'd know just what to make of all this shit
Wishing for the insight to understand and manage the chaotic feelings and situations.

Maybe if I weren't me
Repeating the notion that an alternative self might have better understanding of the circumstances.

I'd have what lets other people just admit
Desiring the ability to acknowledge and express truths that seem evident to others.

That something's wrong
Recognizing underlying issues that are affecting one's emotional state.

It's all so wrong
A deep sense of distress regarding the current emotional reality.

Don't ask me why I won't come out today
Avoiding social interaction, reluctant to explain the reasons for withdrawal.

I'll just say what I know you wanna hear
Choosing to provide superficial, agreeable responses rather than revealing true feelings.

This tired cycle is just so damn hard to break
Feeling trapped in a repetitive pattern of behavior or emotion that is exhausting.

When I'm stuck with so much fear
Experiencing paralysis due to overwhelming anxiety and apprehension.

Maybe if I could see my life from somewhere else
Desiring an external viewpoint to gain clarity on personal circumstances.

Then I would know just how to be
Believing that a different perspective could help discover the right way to approach life.

Can't remember how it feels to have my heart just melt
Longing for the warmth and tenderness of genuine emotional connection that has faded.

There's something new inside of me
Recognizing a change in self, perhaps due to experiences that have altered the emotional landscape.

Maybe I tried a bit too hard to make you love me like you do
Reflecting on efforts to achieve love that may have become overwhelming or counterproductive.

Maybe I lost a piece of me the day I fell in love with you
Feeling as though personal identity has been compromised or diminished due to intense love.

But now it's bad
A stark realization that the situation has deteriorated significantly.

It's all gone bad
Emphasizing the bleak transformation of previously cherished feelings or situations.

Don't ask me why I won't come out today
Reiterating the reluctance to explain the reasons behind isolation.

I'll just say what I know you wanna hear
Continuing to mask true emotions with convenient responses.

This tired cycle is just so damn hard to break
Expressing frustration about being trapped in a continuing pattern that causes distress.

When I'm struck with so much fear, hey hey
Acknowledging the profound impact of fear on one's ability to cope and engage with life.

Don't ask me why I won't come out today
Restating the hesitation to engage with the outside world, indicative of deeper emotional struggles.

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: AJ Horton, Dylan Travison, Eric Mitchell, Erik Jones, Ian Justino

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