Prurien

Crosses' song 'Prurien' delves into the tantalizing pull of forbidden desires and the internal conflict that arises from them. The lyrics explore the tension between curiosity and caution, as the protagonist grapples with the urge to indulge in something potentially harmful. The opening lines, 'How come you never rest your tongue / How do you ever expect to learn,' suggest a critique of impulsive behavior and a lack of self-restraint. This sets the stage for a narrative about the struggle between the desire to experience something new and the fear of its consequences.

The repeated lines, 'I know you wanna try it, so go and dive in / Taste it, like it,' emphasize the seductive nature of these desires. The use of sensory language, such as 'taste' and 'dive in,' creates a vivid imagery of indulgence and temptation. The phrase 'taste the violence' adds a darker, more dangerous element to the allure, suggesting that the object of desire is not only tempting but also potentially destructive. This duality is further highlighted by the lines 'Between the razors and the hurts / And from the blood that you've coughed up,' which paint a graphic picture of the physical and emotional toll of giving in to these urges.

The song also touches on themes of self-discovery and the search for a higher state of being. Lines like 'Uncovering your eyes / Rediscovering the high' suggest that the act of giving in to these desires can lead to a form of enlightenment or a heightened sense of reality. However, this comes at a cost, as indicated by the recurring imagery of violence and harm. The closing lines, 'They've got you so excited, so go and dive in / Taste it, like it, like it,' leave the listener with a sense of unresolved tension, capturing the perpetual struggle between desire and self-preservation.