The Same

Alex G's song 'The Same' delves into the complexities of identity and the internal struggle of feeling disconnected from oneself and others. The opening lines, 'I was a girl / I was the only kid in the world,' suggest a sense of isolation and a unique, perhaps misunderstood, perspective. The protagonist thought they understood what their existence meant to someone else, but they realize they were wrong. This realization brings a sense of disillusionment and confusion about their place in the world.

The lyrics 'I'm not okay / In fact, I'm sick today, I'm on the floor' convey a deep sense of despair and physical manifestation of emotional pain. The protagonist feels stuck in a monotonous cycle, as indicated by 'It's such a bore / It's nothing new to you.' This line suggests that their struggles are either unnoticed or unimportant to those around them, further amplifying their sense of isolation. The act of getting ready, 'let me do my hair / And put my makeup on,' feels wrong, indicating a disconnect between their outward appearance and inner feelings. The phrase 'You say: Rock on / I'm not the same' highlights the pressure to conform to societal expectations while feeling fundamentally different inside.

The chorus, 'Everybody wants you, yeah / Everybody loves you / Your smile, your teeth, your hair / They don't know you're not there,' underscores the theme of superficiality. The protagonist observes that people are drawn to an idealized version of someone, not realizing the true person is absent or struggling. The repeated lines 'Too fast, too slow, too late / You are never gonna make it' reflect a pervasive sense of inadequacy and the fear of never meeting expectations. The final repetition of 'I'm not the same' serves as a poignant reminder of the protagonist's ongoing struggle with their identity and the pressure to fit into a mold that doesn't reflect their true self.