No Harm

In 'No Harm,' Editors delve into the complex interplay between ambition and vulnerability. The song's protagonist describes themselves as a 'go-getter,' someone driven and determined to achieve their goals. However, this ambition comes at a cost, as evidenced by the recurring imagery of physical and emotional fragility. Lines like 'I'll boil easier than you' and 'Crush my bones into glue' suggest a person who, despite their outward determination, is acutely aware of their own susceptibility to harm and breakdown.

The repeated refrain 'Don't hold no harm' serves as a plea or a mantra, perhaps aimed at both the self and others. It suggests a desire to move forward without causing or experiencing damage, despite the inherent risks involved in being a 'go-getter.' This duality is further explored through the lyrics 'My children despise my wonderful lies' and 'I see through your walls,' which indicate a tension between the protagonist's internal and external worlds. The 'wonderful lies' could be the facade of confidence and capability, while seeing through walls implies a deeper understanding or perception that others might not possess.

The song also touches on the blurred lines between reality and illusion, as seen in the line 'The fever I feel, the fake and the real.' This suggests a state of confusion or disorientation, where the protagonist struggles to distinguish between what is genuine and what is not. The expansion of their world and the breaking of things in their hands further emphasize the overwhelming nature of their ambition and the unintended consequences it brings. 'No Harm' is a poignant exploration of the costs of ambition, the fragility of the human spirit, and the constant balancing act between striving for success and maintaining one's integrity and well-being.