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Shadow
04:05
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I often ask myself why you even tried.
I guess you really thought that I would run and hide.
When I look upon you, it’s really fucking sad.
Because your shitty envy is all you ever had.
Every day still happens, I rise in the dawn.
You see, the worst for me has already come and gone.
Your worst is pathetic and I remain strong,
Thus you’re left telling them how I did you wrong.
Just because you say it doesn’t make it true.
But it really is no surprise, it’s really nothing new.
You wanted to be exalted without ever really trying.
You’ve built this place for me, but here you are crying.
Despite your best efforts I wouldn’t stay down.
You tried to tie me to the stone, but I wouldn’t drown.
Your delusions of being the best have been pulled away.
Thus you’re left in my shadow, and that’s where you’ll stay.
Does anyone actually believe all your lies?
It’s so fucking sad that you let this abide.
You’ll never be a martyr, you’re not a fucking hero.
When your effort adds up, it still amounts to zero.
The saddest thing is, right down to the letter,
If you hadn’t focused me, you would have done better.
Your best is pathetic and I remain strong,
Thus you’re left telling them how I did you wrong.
Just because you say it doesn’t make it true.
But it really is no surprise, it’s really nothing new.
You wanted to be exalted without ever really trying.
You’ve built this place for me, but here you are crying.
Despite your best efforts I wouldn’t stay down.
You tried to tie me to the stone, but I wouldn’t drown.
Your delusions of being the best have been pulled away.
Thus you’re left in my shadow, and that’s where you’ll stay.
Oh life is hard, things are rough.
You say you’ve tried, but it wasn’t hard enough
But you’ll tell them it’s because of me.
Cry eternal victim for the world to see.
Just because you say it doesn’t make it true.
But it really is no surprise, it’s really nothing new.
You wanted to be exalted without ever really trying.
You’ve built this place for me, but here you are crying.
Despite your best efforts I wouldn’t stay down.
You tried to tie me to the stone, but I wouldn’t drown.
Your delusions of being the best have been pulled away.
Thus you’re left in my shadow, and that’s where you’ll stay.
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I See Right Through You
03:28
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“Perfect life, as sweet as honey.”
Another puppet with strings of money.
Step over the grave of what you used to be.
Looking for something you cannot see.
Don’t say it’s love, I see right through you.
Don’t say it’s passion, I see right through you.
Don’t say you care, I see right through you.
And don’t tell me it has always been this way.
Do you feel anything, are you that numb?
Do you hate what you’ve become?
Sleep in this bed, you’ve made your choice.
What did you gain when you sold your voice?
Don’t say it’s love, I see right through you.
Don’t say it’s passion, I see right through you.
Don’t say you care, I see right through you.
And don’t tell me it has always been this way.
If enough people play along,
I guess it’s okay to be this wrong.
So everyone pays at the door,
Selling yourself just like a whore.
Despite the clear alarm.
Despite the wanton harm.
Despite the waning health.
You still can’t think for yourself.
Why can’t you think for your fucking self?
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Apophenia
03:33
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A vague, familiar feeling
Has got your mind reeling.
Take to the streets emphatic,
Hidden signs in the static.
I’m not crazy, I’ll show you.
Look close enough, you’ll see it too.
It’s tied together, see the string?
This can only mean one thing.
The devil is inside that form.
An evil idol to be the norm.
There’s so much to find;
Things that pollute the mind.
Pay mind to the scheme I see.
Only note this conspiracy.
Ignore all else, it’ll make you sick.
Ignore all things that contradict.
Look harder, look again:
Evil symbols in a soda can.
Pause the frame, do it quick:
Debauchery in a cartoon flick.
It’s obvious, take a look:
Witchcraft in a children’s book.
Dark politics making deals:
It can be seen in the dollar bill.
The devil is inside that form.
An evil idol to be the norm.
There’s so much to find;
Things that pollute the mind.
Pay mind to the scheme I see.
Only note this conspiracy.
Ignore all else, it’ll make you sick.
Ignore all things that contradict.
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Cherished
03:36
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I know it’s hard, but we’ll see it through.
So fuck all of them and all the shit they do.
It’s for the best, this decision made.
So stay strong my lads, you got to be brave.
You’re the most important thing in my life,
And we’ll see it through no matter the strife.
I’ll always be right here to offer you my hand.
I’ll always be right here, together we stand.
It shouldn’t have come to this, but it’s okay.
I know you’re strong enough to win the day.
Stand tall, and you’ll survive their attack;
And know that I’ve always got your back.
You’re the most important thing in my life,
And we’ll see it through no matter the strife.
I’ll always be right here to offer you my hand.
I’ll always be right here, together we stand.
When it’s all done, they’ll hurt you no more.
With this case closed, you’ve opened new doors.
So take pride in all that you do,
And never forget I’m here for you.
You’re the most important thing in my life,
And we’ll see it through no matter the strife.
I’ll always be right here to offer you my hand.
I’ll always be right here, together we stand.
Don’t be afraid, I’m here for you.
Don’t be scared, you’re strong too.
Please don’t fret, there’s nothing they can do.
Just keep that prize in your view.
Don’t be afraid, I’m here for you.
Don’t be scared, because you’re strong too.
You’re the most important thing in my life,
And we’ll see it through no matter the strife.
I’ll always be right here to offer you my hand.
I’ll always be right here, together we stand.
They hate what they envy, they want what we own,
But their weakness is all that they’ve ever shown.
So I’ll progress with you, here take my hand.
I’m right beside you, together we stand.
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Strive
04:16
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I know it’s not fair, but you should never give up.
What they have to give you is not good enough.
This is all you’ve known ever since your birth,
But I’m telling you, it doesn’t measure what you’re worth.
They actually fear you, when you see things as they are,
And despite their words you’ve come quite far.
And I know it’s difficult to keep your health,
When you’re trying to understand a world that doesn’t understand itself.
So breathe, they can’t make you lose your way.
You’ll find your destination no matter what they say.
Just keep going and leave them all behind.
They pollute your situation but can’t corrupt your mind.
More than anything they want to see you fail.
But success is in written within your tale.
I know it’s hard, but you got to hold on.
You’re not what they say, you’re not a fucking pawn.
They actually fear you, when you see things as they are,
And despite their words you’ve come quite far.
And I know it’s difficult to keep your health,
When you’re trying to understand a world that doesn’t understand itself.
Don’t give up.
You’ve got to hold on.
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Cicatrix
05:16
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Paralipses
03:46
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You shrug your shoulders and you move on.
The people in your life; nothing but pawns.
Doesn’t matter who is harmed; bury it in the dirt.
Who really gives a fuck who you truly hurt?
It’s only worth how you truly feel.
Your vows don’t matter, nor does the deal.
Don’t think about who you really are,
Because it doesn’t matter if you weren’t the one scarred.
So lose everything worth keeping.
It won’t interrupt your sound sleeping.
And bitch and moan when it doesn’t hold,
As if your dumbass wasn’t fucking told.
You were made aware of the task,
“But why is this failing” you’ll still ask.
Batter up, a swing and a miss.
And I’m not supposed to talk about this?
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9. |
Atticus Finch
03:49
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No compromise, no “meet in the middle”.
If they don’t like it, they can play their fucking fiddle.
It might be hard, but you’ll last long.
They have numbers but you are strong.
They will threaten, but you are clever,
And the truth you know will last forever.
Disregard what they have to say,
Your courage might win the day.
Face the crowd, stand in the light,
Because you must do what is right.
Be the man the virtuous adore.
Show us what’s worth fighting for.
Time to shine; right now, right here.
Put on a strong voice and show no fear.
They won’t understand what you choose,
But not standing up is the true way to lose.
Sit tight, don’t budge, don’t move.
Today is hard, but tomorrow will improve.
Or maybe the next day, or even years after . . .
When we can come together in cheer and laughter.
But today is grim, and you have things to attend.
People still judge based on the color of skin.
Dig in deep, it might be a while.
You have to ensure there’s a fair trial.
Face the crowd, stand in the light,
Because you must do what is right.
Be the man the virtuous adore.
Show us what’s worth fighting for.
Time to shine; right now, right here.
Put on a strong voice and show no fear.
They won’t understand what you choose,
But not standing up is the true way to lose.
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Res Griseo Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Res Griseo is a project by one man, fueled by his love for music. (Especially electronic music.)
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