Rock Bottom Lyrics – Citizen Soldier

[Verse 1]
It’s been one of those days
Counting down the seconds ’til I can just go to sleep
Forget my whole existence ’cause everything’s wrong
Nothing goes right, I’m done (I’m done)
Whenever I say it couldn’t get worse, it does (It does)

[Chorus]
Had enough now the hope feels hollow
Try to run but my demons follow
Feels like I’m always falling
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Somebody better read my vitals
I’m getting close to suicidal
Life don’t run out of problems
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Sick of holding on, sick of holding on
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Sick of being strong, sick of being strong
When will I hit rock-bottom?

[Verse 2]
It’s been one of those nights
Of staring at the ceiling wondering why I’m alive
Been praying God might save me ’cause nobody cares
And nobody’s there when I call (I call)
Fighting off thoughts that say I should end it all (End it all)

[Chorus]
Had enough now the hope feels hollow
Try to run but my demons follow
Feels like I’m always falling
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Somebody better read my vitals, I’m getting close to suicidal
Life don’t run out of problems
When will I hit rock-bottom?

[Bridge]
My breaking point, so far behind
My limit’s in the rearview, I’ve crossed every line
A thousand times I should have died
How much can one heart take, how am I still alive? (Am I still alive?)

[Chorus]
Had enough now the hope feels hollow
Try to run but my demons follow
Feels like I’m always falling
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Somebody better read my vitals
I’m getting close to suicidal
Life don’t run out of problems
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Sick of holding on, sick of holding on
When will I hit rock-bottom?
Sick of being strong, sick of being strong
When will I hit rock-bottom?

[Outro]
It’s been one of those nights
Of staring at the ceiling wondering why I’m alive

“Rock Bottom” by Citizen Soldier is a poignant reflection on struggling through life’s challenges, expressed through raw emotion and desperation. The lyrics depict feelings of hopelessness, loneliness, and the constant battle against inner demons. The protagonist questions the purpose of their existence, yearning for relief from the relentless pain. Despite the desire to escape, they continue to endure, their resilience wearing thin. The repeated refrain of “When will I hit rock-bottom?” highlights the constant struggle to persevere amidst overwhelming adversity. Through its powerful imagery and intense delivery, the song captures the desperation of someone teetering on the edge, searching for a glimmer of hope in the darkness.

[Verse 1]
This verse portrays the exhaustion and frustration of enduring a relentless cycle of bad days. The speaker expresses a desire to escape the turmoil by simply going to sleep, seeking respite from the overwhelming negativity surrounding them. Despite attempts to remain optimistic, the continuous onslaught of problems leaves them feeling defeated and hopeless.

[Chorus]
The chorus encapsulates the emotional turmoil and desperation of the speaker, who feels trapped in a downward spiral of despair. They express the emptiness of hope, the relentless pursuit of peace, and the overwhelming weight of their struggles. The repeated question of “When will I hit rock-bottom?” underscores their desperate search for a turning point amid their suffering.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, the speaker reflects on the isolating experience of grappling with their inner turmoil during the lonely hours of the night. They confront existential questions about their own existence and the lack of support from those around them. Despite reaching out for help, they feel abandoned and contemplate the idea of ending their pain.

[Chorus]
Similar to the previous chorus, this section delves deeper into the speaker’s anguish and sense of isolation. They continue to grapple with the suffocating weight of their problems, feeling like they are in a perpetual state of free fall with no end in sight. The mention of suicidal thoughts and the urgent plea for someone to notice their distress highlights the severity of their mental and emotional struggle.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, the speaker reflects on their past experiences and the relentless nature of their struggles. They confront the fragility of life and the remarkable resilience that has kept them going despite numerous close calls with death. The question of how they are still alive underscores their disbelief at their own survival amidst overwhelming adversity.

[Chorus]
The final chorus revisits the themes of hopelessness and despair, emphasizing the speaker’s continued battle against their inner demons. Despite their exhaustion and desperation, they cling to the faint hope of finding relief from their suffering. The repetition of the question “When will I hit rock-bottom?” reflects their desperate plea for a reprieve from their overwhelming pain.

[Outro]
The outro echoes the sentiments expressed throughout the song, emphasizing the speaker’s ongoing struggle to find meaning and purpose in their existence. The image of staring at the ceiling and questioning why they are alive encapsulates the profound sense of existential despair that permeates the song.