My Demise Lyrics – Red Handed Denial

[Intro]
Maybe you, maybe you can, yeah
I wanna know what’s real
‘Cause I wanna know what’s real tonight

[Verse 1]
Can I run from my mistakes?
Have I hit rock bottom?
Day to day, I crave to risk it all just for a taste
Could I be the one to blame?
Will I see tomorrow?
I can’t walk away
Yeah, you’ll be the death of me
[Pre-Chorus]
Take another hit when I’m all alone
Patterns leaving me and my bones exposed
And so it goes (Oh)
Take another sip, finding a new low
Make another fist, ’cause I can’t let go
Bad habits killing me so slow

[Chorus]
Maybe you, maybe you can save me
I wanna know what’s real
‘Cause I wanna know what’s real tonight
Maybe you, maybe you change me
You said I’m gonna feel
‘Cause you said I’m gonna feel alive
(You’re my demise)

[Verse 2]
Last night I knew I had to deal with it
I tried to fight the demons in the moonlight

[Pre-Chorus]
Take another sip, finding a new low
Make another fist, ’cause I can’t let go
Bad habits killing me slow
So-

[Chorus]
Maybe you, maybe you can save me
I wanna know what’s real
‘Cause I wanna know what’s real tonight
Maybe you, maybe you change me
You said I’m gonna feel
‘Cause you said I’m gonna feel alive

[Post-Chorus]
Mmm
Ah

[Bridge]
It’s hard to admit it, I think I’m addicted
‘Cause I wear my heart like scars on my arm
Where you left your mark
On me!

[Pre-Chorus]
I wear my heart like scars on my arm!
Where you left your mark!

[Chorus]
Maybe you, maybe you can save me
I wanna know what’s real
‘Cause I wanna know what’s real tonight
Maybe you, maybe you change me
You said I’m gonna feel
‘Cause you said I’m gonna feel alive
(You’re my demise)

[Intro]
The intro sets the tone for the song’s themes of uncertainty and longing for authenticity. The repetition of “maybe you” reflects a search for clarity and connection, emphasizing the desire to understand reality, particularly in the present moment.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, the narrator questions their ability to escape from their past mistakes and uncertainties about the future. They express a craving to take risks despite knowing the potential consequences, feeling trapped by their circumstances and the influence of another person.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus delves into the self-destructive habits and behaviors the narrator engages in when alone, highlighting a sense of vulnerability and exposure. The repetition of actions like taking hits and sips underscores the cyclical nature of their struggles and the gradual toll it takes on their well-being.

[Chorus]
The chorus encapsulates the central theme of seeking salvation and emotional awakening through another person. The repeated plea for someone to save and change them reflects a deep longing for genuine connection and a desire to feel alive amidst the turmoil of their existence.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, the narrator confronts their inner demons, acknowledging the necessity of facing their challenges head-on. The imagery of fighting demons in the moonlight suggests a metaphorical battle against inner darkness and turmoil.

[Pre-Chorus]
The second pre-chorus reinforces the narrator’s descent into self-destructive habits, emphasizing the slow and insidious nature of their downward spiral. Despite recognizing the harm caused by these behaviors, they struggle to break free from their grip.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the longing for salvation and transformation through another person, echoing the earlier sentiments of seeking reality and emotional fulfillment. The reference to being someone’s demise suggests a complex relationship dynamic where both salvation and destruction intertwine.

[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus consists of vocalizations that convey emotional intensity and internal conflict, serving as a brief interlude between the chorus and the bridge.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, the narrator acknowledges their addiction to a person who has left a lasting mark on them emotionally. The metaphor of wearing scars on their arm symbolizes the visible impact of this person’s influence on their life and psyche.

[Pre-Chorus]
The final pre-chorus reiterates the metaphor of wearing emotional scars, emphasizing the enduring impact of the relationship on the narrator’s identity and well-being.

[Chorus]
The closing chorus mirrors the earlier themes of seeking salvation and emotional awakening through another person, encapsulating the song’s central message of longing for authenticity and connection amidst personal turmoil and self-destruction.