Inside

Chris Avantgarde's song 'Inside' delves into the dark and unsettling theme of confronting one's inner demons. The repeated lines, 'If I was you I’d run / If I was you I’d hide / If I was you I’d be afraid / Afraid of what’s inside,' suggest a deep-seated fear of facing something terrifying within oneself. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the internal struggles and fears that everyone harbors but often tries to avoid. The repetition emphasizes the intensity and inescapability of these inner conflicts.

The lyrics, 'I can hear your voice / I can feel you cry / No matter what you do now / Don’t dare to close your eyes,' add a layer of urgency and inevitability. It suggests that these inner demons are not just passive fears but active, almost sentient forces that can sense and react to one's emotions. The advice to not close one's eyes implies that ignoring or avoiding these issues will not make them disappear; instead, they must be confronted head-on.

The final lines, 'You can't destroy me / I’ll tell them that you tried / Shed a single tear now / Time to say goodbye,' bring a sense of resignation and finality. It suggests that while these inner demons may be powerful, they are not invincible. The act of shedding a tear and saying goodbye could symbolize a moment of catharsis or release, indicating that facing these fears, though painful, is a necessary step towards overcoming them. Chris Avantgarde's haunting melody and evocative lyrics create a powerful narrative about the importance of confronting and understanding one's inner turmoil.