Funeral For A Trend

British India's 'Funeral For A Trend' is a poignant critique of contemporary culture, marked by self-obsession, superficiality, and the relentless pursuit of trends. The song opens with a vivid image of being overwhelmed by materialism, symbolized by the 'avalanche of golden teeth.' This metaphor suggests a society drowning in its own excesses, where the pursuit of wealth and status leads to a sense of suffocation and emptiness, as indicated by the recurring line, 'my chest is caving in.'

The lyrics also touch on the artificiality of modern life, particularly in the lines about a CEO in a 'starch black dress' and the act of stretching skin for photos. This imagery critiques the corporate world's facade and the lengths people go to maintain appearances. The mention of 'iodine' and 'telephone cord' introduces a darker, more personal struggle, hinting at self-harm and the desperation to escape this hollow existence. The repeated feeling of the chest caving in underscores the emotional and psychological toll of living in such a superficial world.

The song's narrative also explores themes of isolation and fleeting connections. The lines 'Long time no see, where have you been / Before I get to say it you get taken away' reflect the transient nature of relationships in a fast-paced, trend-driven society. The protagonist's secrets 'smell like spit,' suggesting that personal truths are often ugly and exposed, yet ignored. The final verses, set in a 'museum of neon t-shirts,' depict a world where even boredom becomes painful, and the only solace is found in shared misery. The song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the protagonist's heart metaphorically caves in, symbolizing the ultimate collapse under the weight of modern life's pressures.