existential crisis
t0hny Lyrics
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Will I break and crumble
Don't know what you said
I think I got too faded
Does she love or hate me
Oh my heart is breaking
Your words cut me deep like a slow incision
Like a slow incisionPure Precision
Think I'm paying for all my bad decisions
Will I rise or tumble
My bones break and crumble
Baby I don't think we're gonna make it
Will I rise or tumble
Will I break and crumble
Don't know what you said
I think I got too faded
Does she love or hate me
Oh my heart is breaking
Your words cut me deep like a slow incision
The lyrics of t0hny's song "Existential Crisis" delve into the themes of uncertainty, self-doubt, and emotional pain. The opening lines express a sense of inner turmoil and instability, questioning whether the individual will overcome their challenges or succumb to them. The imagery of rising or tumbling, breaking and crumbling conveys a feeling of being at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take or what the future holds.
The mention of being faded suggests a state of emotional numbness or detachment, possibly as a coping mechanism in the face of difficult circumstances. The confusion and blurred perceptions caused by this state are echoed in the uncertainty about whether the other person loves or hates the singer, adding to their sense of insecurity and vulnerability. The heartbreak described reflects a deep emotional wound inflicted by the words of another, cutting through the singer's defenses like a slow incision with precise, agonizing accuracy.
The repeated questioning of whether the singer will rise or tumble, coupled with the imagery of bones breaking and crumbling, conveys a sense of fragility and vulnerability in the face of adversity. The uncertainty and fear of failure are palpable as the singer grapples with the consequences of their actions and faces the possibility of a painful outcome. The repeated refrain underscores the cyclical nature of these doubts and struggles, highlighting the repetitive patterns of self-destructive behavior and emotional turmoil.
Ultimately, the lyrics paint a portrait of inner conflict and emotional turmoil, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the profound impacts of words and actions on one's psyche. The singer's journey through uncertainty, self-doubt, and heartache reflects a universal struggle to navigate life's challenges and find resilience in the face of adversity. The haunting beauty of the song lies in its raw honesty and vulnerability, inviting listeners to reflect on their own existential crises and the enduring quest for self-discovery and emotional healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Will I rise or tumble
Uncertain about my future success or failure
Will I break and crumble
Fear of falling apart under pressure
Don't know what you said
Confusion caused by unclear communication
I think I got too faded
Feeling disconnected or distant
Does she love or hate me
Questioning the true feelings of someone else
Oh my heart is breaking
Feeling intense emotional pain
Your words cut me deep like a slow incision
Suffering from emotional wounds that are inflicted slowly and painfully
Like a slow incision
Similar to a gradual emotional wound
Pure Precision
Exact and calculated in its impact
Think I'm paying for all my bad decisions
Feeling the consequences of past mistakes
Lyrics ยฉ O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Anthony Thomas Jr
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@FlowingAlong
Robert De Groot
The universe may be completely pointless, but so what? Does it mean its a bad thing? Does it mean its a good thing?
Neither, it means nothing. The universe is what it's supposed to be.
The truth is, there is no objective way we should feel about the universe. The universe is not inherently bad, or good, pointless or full of purpose. That's just something humans invented. The universe just is!
Let us not forget. The feeling of Nihilism that we feel about the universe is not our realization of its true nature. By the end of the day, it's a feeling, and feelings can be very misleading and are completely subjective, but also prone to change. Its a reflection of our human minds. That means that the problem isn't the universe. It's us! It's our minds.
Truth is, humans are hard-wired to search for meaning and fear death (i.e. human instinct). When something happens againts those feelings we freak out. That is a very usefull mechanism for survival, but not happiness.
The same way someone that is afraid of spiders. They may tell you that the spider is completely harmless and docile, and you may know this already, but you will still be afraid of it. Cause fear, overall, is irrational (but still usefull).
But we have the power to change our mindset and perspectives. It doesnt have to be this way.
By the end of the day, it's just another "glass half-full or half-empty". Optimism vs Pessimism. None is the "ultimate perspective". Its just a glass with water! But the optimistic view does sound more enjoyable.
ADVICE:
1 - Try to understand that the universe isn't good nor bad. If it is pointless or not doesnt really matter, and shouldn't really be an excuse for you to stop doing what you love.
2- Try searching and learning about different religions or life philosophies.
I was also in a deep existencial crisis, but then i looked deep into buddhism and it just clicked to me and helped me control it. I'm not saying for you to follow buddhism, but there maybe be a religion or life philosophy that speaks to your "soul", but you don't know it yet. They are extremely usefull in guiding your through life overall.
3 - Healthy diet, exercise, meditation, good night sleep and kindness to others and yourself.
@onward8231
The problem that faced Solomon was how he could find happiness and satisfaction apart from God (Eccles. 1:1-3). He sought satisfaction in science (Eccles. 1:4-11), but could get no answer. He sought it in philosophy (Eccles. 1:12-18), but in vain; he found pleasure (Eccles. 2:1-11), mirth (Eccles. 2:1), drinking (Eccles. 2:3), building (Eccles. 2:4), possession (Eccles. 2:5-7), wealth and music (Eccles. 2:8); but they were all empty.
Proverbs 3:5-6
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
John 17 17
17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
2 Corinthians 10:3-5
3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not [a]carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ
Exodus 14 14
14 The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
1 Corinthians 10 13
13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
@Pining_for_the_fjords
I can't figure out if we humans are too intelligent for our own good, too stupid for our own good, or a bit of both.
@wednesday567
your shouldn't generalize humans because we don't all think the same way
@permaculturedandfree2448
Just an evolutionary hiccup....
@Heartstopbeatingxx
I think itโs the first... some humans just act like their stupid or just donโt care and want to be stupid
@patthonsirilim5739
humanity will matter as much as a individual germ existence to the universe frankly we won't even register as a blip
@purplekitten6637
I think the answer is both
@gabrielborjas7923
I'm supposed to be doing homework but I simply can't. It just seems irrelevant when you're having an existential crisis. Everything seems irrelevant when you're having an existential crisis...
Edit: thanks for all your answers. It's funny how 4 years ago that homework seemed to be so important. Flash-forward to now and I'm about to graduate from college in less than a month (september 2022). There's so much more to life than studies, so keep on going, and don't let the academic pressure crush you. You got this <3
@kyjo72682
Objectively irrelevant. Subjectively still very relevant. I have caught myself many times using this as an excuse for laziness. Just do the homework! ;)
@superduperfreakyDj
@@kyjo72682 Uhm not really, unless homework matters to YOU it's not subjectively relevant either.
@kyjo72682
โ@@superduperfreakyDj It's relevant in the sense that if you don't do it you won't learn anything and get a bad grade. If you don't do it regularly you might get expelled, and worse: you'll get used to the laziness and have problems later when making money. Because it's really easy to use the "it doesn't matter" excuse for anything. Universe might not care that you end up sick and homeless but from a subjective perspective it still matters.