Slept So Long

Jonathan Davis, the lead vocalist of Korn, brings a haunting and emotionally charged performance in 'Slept So Long.' The song delves deep into the complexities of love, loss, and the torment that comes with it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is grappling with intense emotions, oscillating between hope and despair. The opening lines, 'Walking, waiting, alone without a care, hoping and hating with things that I can't bear,' set the tone for a journey through emotional turmoil.

The recurring theme of seeing 'hell in your eyes' suggests a relationship that is both intoxicating and destructive. The juxtaposition of feeling 'alive' and 'dying inside' when touching the other person highlights the duality of their connection. This love is a double-edged sword, providing moments of intense passion and simultaneous agony. The repeated questioning, 'Did you think it's cool to walk right up to so save my life and fuck it up,' indicates a sense of betrayal and confusion, as if the person was saved only to be hurt again.

The chorus, 'I've slept so long without you, it's tearing me apart,' underscores the deep sense of longing and the pain of separation. The mention of 'playing games with fist-held cards' suggests a struggle for control and power within the relationship. Despite the protagonist's attempts to move on, symbolized by 'killing a million pity souls,' they find themselves unable to let go of this one person. The song captures the essence of a love that is both a source of life and a cause of immense suffering, making it a poignant exploration of the darker side of human emotions.