Burn It Down

Daughter's 'Burn It Down' is a haunting exploration of disillusionment and the struggle to find one's place in a world that feels increasingly alien and oppressive. The song opens with the protagonist reflecting on their past, where they were once considered a 'good kid' with a 'way with words.' This sets the stage for a stark contrast as the lyrics reveal a sense of speechlessness and a feeling of being cursed, unable to break free from an overwhelming sense of despair.

The recurring motif of 'white noise' and 'frequencies that I can't understand' symbolizes the protagonist's disconnection from the world around them. This disconnection is further emphasized by their indifference towards authority figures, represented by 'teachers always trying to shape the way I act.' The chorus, with its repeated call to 'burn it down,' serves as a powerful metaphor for the desire to destroy the structures and expectations that confine and stifle individuality.

The song also touches on themes of loss and abandonment, particularly in the lines 'It's not the same in here since he left anyways.' This suggests a personal loss that has contributed to the protagonist's sense of disillusionment. The advice from 'Momma' that 'this is just a place we have to settle for' underscores a generational cycle of disappointment and resignation. The repeated refrain of 'I feel down' encapsulates the pervasive sense of hopelessness that permeates the song, making 'Burn It Down' a poignant commentary on the struggle to find meaning and agency in a world that often feels indifferent and unyielding.