In this introspective piece, DeMarco explores the theme of societal disconnection and distraction. The lyrics suggest a critique of modern society's preoccupation with superficial matters, symbolized through the metaphors of blackening one's body and filling one's mind with 'bullshit'. This preoccupation is so pervasive that it seems to have become normalized ('nobody's hiding it'). Furthermore, DeMarco suggests that this obsession with superficiality can lead to emotional numbness or detachment, as depicted in the line 'locked up your heart without even knowing it'. The repetition of 'preoccupied' underscores the pervasiveness and intensity of this societal issue. Overall, DeMarco uses his song to highlight and critique our society’s tendency towards shallow distractions at the expense of genuine human connection.
