My Death

Auger's song 'My Death' delves into the cyclical nature of life and the inevitability of death, using vivid metaphors and emotional imagery. The opening lines, 'Falling in a circle / I can't promise / But I do / Life is but a spiral / Spinning round,' set the tone for the song, suggesting that life is a continuous, unending loop. The spiral metaphor indicates a sense of being trapped in a repetitive cycle, unable to break free. This feeling of entrapment is further emphasized by the recurring theme of drowning, symbolizing the overwhelming nature of life's challenges and the artist's struggle to stay afloat.

The lyrics also explore the theme of crumbling walls, both literal and metaphorical. 'I feel our walls have fallen / They're crumbling / Down to the ground' suggests a breakdown of barriers, possibly emotional or relational, leading to vulnerability and exposure. This imagery of destruction is mirrored in the lines 'This conflict flows like a river through our heads / Taking down every wall / Every stone / Every door / Every stair,' which depict an unstoppable force eroding everything in its path. The river metaphor conveys the relentless nature of internal and external conflicts, washing away all that was once stable and secure.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics shift to a more introspective tone, reflecting on the aftermath of this destruction. 'Digging our way out the sorrow / Find our way back tomorrow / Discovering something inside of you / I've wanted so long' suggests a search for meaning and connection amidst the chaos. The repeated refrain 'My death is coming' serves as a stark reminder of mortality, underscoring the urgency to find resolution and peace before it's too late. The song ultimately portrays a journey through despair and conflict, seeking redemption and understanding in the face of life's inevitable end.