Afraid
Afraid

The Neighbourhood - Afraid Lyrics

In a world where everyone's jostling for the spotlight, our dear friend from The Neighbourhood is having a bit of existential crisis. Waking up each day with the fear of being replaced or worse, becoming unrecognizable to oneself, it's clear he's navigating… Read more

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Afraid Lyrics

I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place

Make that money, fake that bunny, ache my tummy
On the fence, all the time
Paint junk honey, your face so sunny, ain't that funny?
All my friends always lie to me
I know they're thinking

You're too mean, I don't like you, fuck you anyway
You make me wanna scream at the top of my lungs
It hurts but I won't fight you
You suck anyway
You make me wanna die, right when I

When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might end up being me

Keep on dreaming, don't stop breathing, fight those demons
And sell your soul, not your whole self, oh
If they see it when you're sleeping, make them leave it
I can't even see if it's all there anymore, so

You're too mean, I don't like you, fuck you anyway
You make me wanna scream at the top of my lungs
It hurts but I won't fight you
You suck anyway
You make me wanna die, right when I

When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might end up being me

Being me can only mean
Feeling scared to breathe
If you leave me then I'll be afraid of everything
That makes me anxious, gives me patience, calms me down
Lets me face this, let me sleep, and when I wake up
Let me be

When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might take my place
When I wake up, I'm afraid somebody else might end up being me

Writer(s): Jeremy Freedman, Zachary Abels, Bryan Sammis, Jesse Rutherford, Mike Margott, Emile Haynie
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Afraid?

In a world where everyone's jostling for the spotlight, our dear friend from The Neighbourhood is having a bit of existential crisis. Waking up each day with the fear of being replaced or worse, becoming unrecognizable to oneself, it's clear he's navigating the treacherous waters of self-doubt and identity. This tune isn't just about fearing replacement – it also delves into the struggle of maintaining authenticity in an environment that rewards fakeness. He's not too fond of his so-called friends either, who seem to be more interested in sugar-coating than honesty. Despite all the angst and resentment, there's a glimmer of resilience as he resolves to face his demons and keep on breathing. So here's to all those feeling like they might just wake up as someone else – you're not alone!

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