O.N.E.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard's song 'O.N.E.' delves into themes of existential dread and environmental despair. The repetitive chorus, 'One night everywhere,' sets a haunting tone, suggesting a universal experience of anxiety and uncertainty. The lyrics describe a protagonist lying in bed, waiting for the day to begin, only to be met with the grim reality of the world. This sense of waiting and the passage of time highlights a feeling of helplessness and anticipation of an inevitable fate.

The song's verses further explore this existential crisis, questioning sanity and the ability to wake from a 'nightmare.' The repetition of these questions emphasizes the cyclical nature of these thoughts, as if the protagonist is trapped in a loop of despair. The phrase 'One night everywhere turned to nowhere' suggests a loss of direction and purpose, as if the collective experience of anxiety has led to a sense of nothingness.

In addition to personal existential themes, 'O.N.E.' also addresses environmental issues. The lyrics criticize humanity's exploitation of natural resources, from the fish in the sea to the birds in the sky and the bugs in the ground. This exploitation is presented as a reason for the 'steaming fate' that humanity deserves. The song implies that our environmental neglect and abuse have led to a collective nightmare, one that we may not be able to escape. This blend of personal and global despair creates a powerful commentary on the state of the world and our place within it.