Crystal Castles Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

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Suffocation
Crystal Castles渀 Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴We ignore refused consent
Animals do not repent
Courtesy to intervene
Weathered down my selfish needs

I suffocate
And promise me you won't resuscitate
And when I change my mind it's far too late

I'm wasting my days as I've wasted my nights and I've wasted my youth
You're waiting for something you've waited in vain because there's nothing for you

Suffocation

Humility yet to be seen
Models made of plasticine
Morality disgrace us now
Entertain and take a bow

I suffocate
And promise me you won't resuscitate
And when I change my mind it's far too late
I'm wasting my days as I've wasted my nights and I've wasted my youth
You're waiting for something you've waited in vain because there's nothing for you

Suffocation


Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of Crystal Castles' song Suffocation, the band explores the theme of being trapped in a self-destructive cycle, unable to escape the suffocating feeling of one's own life. The lyrics create a picture of a person who is weighed down by their own selfish needs and unwillingness to change. The first verse talks about ignoring refused consent, which implies that the singer is not willing to listen to those around them and continues with their destructive behavior. The next line, "Animals do not repent," contrasts human behavior with that of animals, who do not feel guilt or regret for their actions. This line suggests that the singer is behaving like an animal, not caring about the harm they cause others.


The chorus is the most prominent part of the song and revolves around the idea of suffocation. The singer feels trapped and overwhelmed, and they ask others not to resuscitate them, indicating that they do not want to be brought back to life as they struggle to bear the weight of their existence. They also acknowledge the futility of their efforts, that there is nothing waiting for them even if they do manage to escape their current conditions. The next verse talks about the lack of humility in society and how they create models that are perfect but ultimately lifeless. The singer ends by condemning the lack of morality in society and how people are entertainers looking for applause after causing harm to others.


Overall, the song describes the feeling of being trapped in a self-destructive cycle and the intense suffocation that comes with it. The lyrics suggest that unless we acknowledge our mistakes, accept responsibility for our actions, and seek redemption, this cycle of destruction is bound to repeat itself.


Line by Line Meaning

We ignore refused consent
We disregard lack of permission


Animals do not repent
Animals show no remorse


Courtesy to intervene
Acting kindly to intervene


Weathered down my selfish needs
My selfish desires have been worn away


I suffocate
I feel confined and overwhelmed


And promise me you won't resuscitate
And guarantee you won't revive me


And when I change my mind it's far too late
But when I want to live, it'll be too late


I'm wasting my days as I've wasted my nights and I've wasted my youth
I'm squandering my life, just like I wasted my nights and youth


You're waiting for something you've waited in vain because there's nothing for you
You're anticipating something that won't come, because there's nothing for you


Humility yet to be seen
Modesty is yet to be observed


Models made of plasticine
Artificial models


Morality disgrace us now
Our morals are shameful now


Entertain and take a bow
Perform and receive praise


Suffocation
Feeling trapped and overwhelmed


Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALICE GLASS, ETHAN KATH

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