Suffocating Under Words Of Sorrow

Bullet For My Valentine's song 'Suffocating Under Words Of Sorrow' delves into the intense emotional turmoil and frustration experienced by the protagonist. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a night filled with chaos and loss of control, where the protagonist is surrounded by people who seem to be enjoying themselves, yet he feels a deep sense of frustration and sorrow. The repeated lines 'What can I do to make you see (Your guilty)' and 'I'm suffocating under words of sorrow' highlight the protagonist's desperate plea for recognition and validation of his feelings.

The song's narrative is further complicated by the presence of a woman whose actions and appearance intoxicate the protagonist. Her beauty and the physical interactions described, such as 'Fingers running through my hair,' seem to offer a temporary escape from his emotional pain. However, this escape is fleeting and ultimately leaves him feeling more lost and confused, as indicated by the lines 'Where am I from? Why am I here?' and 'I'm a new addiction.' The woman's predictability and the protagonist's realization that these interactions are 'all just fiction' add to his sense of disillusionment and sorrow.

The recurring theme of guilt and the protagonist's struggle to make the woman see her guilt suggest a deeper emotional conflict. The protagonist feels suffocated by the unspoken words and unresolved emotions, which are metaphorically described as 'words of sorrow.' This suffocation represents the overwhelming burden of unexpressed feelings and the pain of not being understood or acknowledged. The song captures the raw and intense emotions of someone grappling with inner turmoil and the desperate need for emotional release and understanding.