Depression
the long escape Lyrics

The lyrics of the song "Depression" by The Long Escape convey a sense of unease and reluctance to confront the internal struggles of the singer. The opening lines, "I feel uneasy to discuss about the corrosion in me / And so I shut the lights and spend my time to hope for nothing," highlight a deep inner turmoil that the singer chooses to ignore. They find solace in avoiding the painful realities of their depression, shutting out any discussion or acknowledgment of it.

The lyrics then describe the physical and emotional effects of depression: "Pressure makes me gasp for breath, so will I heal in time?" This line reflects the overwhelming weight of depression, which leaves the singer feeling suffocated and questioning if healing is possible.

The chorus, "I felt the earth collide / Inside my terror vision / I can hear you breathe," suggests a profound sense of isolation and disconnection from the world. The imagery portrays an internal chaos that further deepens the singer's struggle. They feel apprehensive about discussing themselves openly, resulting in them shutting their eyes and shutting out their own reality.

The closing lines, "That's right keep on shutting your eyes / You won't fail to comply / And won't dig out your mistakes / That's right keep on filling your eyes / With the poison that chokes me / And never deny your faults," emphasize the self-destructive behaviors and denial associated with depression. The singer acknowledges the harmful cycle of avoiding introspection, drowning in negative influences, and never facing their own faults.

Overall, "Depression" by The Long Escape offers a glimpse into the internal battle of someone struggling with depression, their resistance to addressing it directly, and the damaging consequences of denial and avoidance.