Juliet

Cavetown's song 'Juliet' delves into the emotional turmoil and the internal conflicts that come with growth and self-awareness. The lyrics express a sense of paralysis, where the protagonist feels the need to cry and run but is unable to do so. This could symbolize a state of depression or emotional numbness, where one is aware of their need to express or change but feels incapacitated to act on these impulses.

The mention of 'My sour boy' and the conflicting feelings of wanting to 'shoot him in the brain' but also missing him in the morning suggests an internal battle with a part of oneself that is both a source of pain and integral to one's identity. 'Juliet' and 'my special girl' could be metaphors for an idealized version of self or a significant other who the protagonist aspires to be worthy of. The desire to create something unique ('a color that no one else has seen before') and to be seen as attractive ('Shit, he’s so pretty') reflects a yearning for individuality and recognition.

The chorus reveals a deeper layer of self-reflection, acknowledging the difficulty in distinguishing when to be self-reliant ('power through') and when to seek support. The repeated lines about being 'just a kid' with 'two corks in his eyes' and 'a bully in his head' evoke an image of someone blinded and tormented by their own insecurities or negative thoughts. The song captures the universal struggle of growing up and finding one's place in the world, while dealing with the internal critic that can hinder personal progress.