Conscience

Jacob Lee's song 'Conscience' delves into the intricate journey of self-discovery and introspection. The lyrics reflect a profound exploration of the self, where the narrator grapples with understanding their identity and purpose. The opening lines, 'Let me become what I want / You won't believe what I ponder,' set the stage for a quest to uncover deeper truths about oneself. The narrator's desire to see the world through different perspectives and their realization of their limitations highlight the struggle between aspiration and reality.

The recurring question, 'When I ask how you coloured the sky / And you told me I already knew,' suggests a search for wisdom and understanding that is already within the narrator. This internal dialogue emphasizes the theme of self-awareness and the realization that the answers to life's questions often lie within us. The feeling of foolishness despite this knowledge underscores the complexity of self-acceptance and the human tendency to doubt oneself.

The song also touches on the concept of time and the cyclical nature of self-discovery. Lines like 'Tell me there's a path to take / Where I'll know / I will get another day, tomorrow' express a longing for reassurance and clarity about the future. The narrator's journey through their past, 'I venture into my past / Realising that it’s in front of me,' signifies the continuous process of learning from one's experiences and understanding that the past shapes the present. The song concludes with a sense of continuity and growth, as the narrator acknowledges their evolution from who they once were to who they are now.