EMPTY

Chase Atlantic's song 'EMPTY' delves into the profound feelings of emptiness and disconnection that can accompany a lifestyle filled with superficial success and substance use. The lyrics open with references to various pills, each associated with different effects, suggesting a reliance on medication or drugs to manage emotions and experiences. The red, blue, and green pills symbolize attempts to cope with life's challenges, yet they ultimately fail to provide lasting satisfaction or happiness. The mention of 'new pills color of my off-white' could be a nod to the pursuit of the latest trends and material possessions, which also fail to fill the void.

The chorus is a raw expression of the artist's internal void, despite external achievements such as a 'new house, new car.' The repetition of 'I feel empty' emphasizes the depth of this emotional state, which is not alleviated by accolades ('gold star') or material wealth. The song also touches on the impact of relationships, with old friends becoming strangers and new ones posing potential threats. The artist's personal relationships are strained, and there's a sense of betrayal and isolation.

'EMPTY' is a poignant reflection on the modern human condition, where external success and substance use are often seen as solutions to internal struggles. However, the song suggests that these are merely distractions from the underlying issue of emotional emptiness. The repeated pleas to understand why this emptiness persists, and the temptation to 'pop another' pill, highlight the cyclical nature of seeking fulfillment in the wrong places. The artist's vulnerability in sharing this struggle invites listeners to consider their own sources of emptiness and the ways they might be trying to mask it.