How many lines can I cross till I feel myself bleed?
See, I’m tired of searching for someone that I used to be
Feels like I’m falling again, but I’m already on my knees
Well, I thought you could fix this, but it’s in the way I bleed
Where do I go now, when all that we built is on fire?
If I told you that I didn’t need you, well, that would be a lie
And it’s hard to believe you’re not alone when all you got is yourself
Why do I hate the way I feel? Guess it’s time that I watch my own health
And the train we’re on is out of steam, and I’m calling for help
We’re stopped in Hell
Darkness is raging in your mind, light ain’t coming through
Cut deep into my scars, it wasn’t blood that you drew
Strung up my flaws on a line, and I believed them too
The man that I loved back then, he’s no longer you
Where do I go now, when all that we built is on fire?
If I told you that I didn’t need you, well, that would be a lie
And it’s hard to believe you’re not alone when all you got is yourself
Why do I hate the way I feel? Guess it’s time that I watch my own health
And the train we’re on is out of steam, and I’m calling for help
We’re stopped in Hell
We’re stopped in Hell
We’re stopped in Hell
Exploring Emotional Stagnation in “Stopped In Hell”
Sam Barber’s “Stopped In Hell” is a poignant reflection on emotional exhaustion and the struggle to move forward after heartbreak. The opening lines reveal a deep sense of self-doubt and pain, as the narrator questions their own boundaries and identity. Throughout the song, vivid metaphors like “the train we’re on is out of steam” and “all that we built is on fire” capture the feeling of being trapped in a state of despair, unable to escape or find hope. The lyrics highlight the difficulty of letting go and the pain of realizing that the person you once loved has changed irreversibly. Ultimately, the song confronts the need for self-care, acknowledging the importance of addressing one’s mental health when support feels absent.
Song Credits
- Artist: Sam Barber
- Songwriters: Sam Barber
- Release Year: 2024