Hating

KoRn's song 'Hating' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and inner conflict experienced by the narrator. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a life filled with despair and frustration, where the protagonist feels trapped in a cycle of negativity and self-loathing. The opening lines, 'My life is such a waste / Begging for something to work this time,' set the tone for the song, highlighting a sense of hopelessness and the constant search for meaning and purpose. This struggle is further emphasized by the repeated questioning of why the narrator continues to create and strive, only to be met with disappointment and despair.

The chorus, 'Been hating all this time, before I crawled inside / Been hating all the faces of everything that I could find,' reveals the depth of the narrator's resentment and anger. This hatred is not just directed outward but also inward, as the protagonist grapples with their own feelings and memories. The line 'Memories they always fuck with me' underscores the torment caused by past experiences, which continue to haunt and affect the narrator's present state of mind. The repetition of 'Find!' at the end of the song suggests a desperate search for something, perhaps a sense of peace or understanding, that remains elusive.

The song also touches on themes of identity and self-worth. The lines 'I can't take / We have a star / I can't take / We got a fantasy' juxtapose the idea of potential and dreams with the harsh reality of the narrator's current situation. Despite the desire to 'take what's mine,' there is an underlying sense of futility and resignation. The repeated questioning of 'Is there something wrong with me?' reflects a deep-seated insecurity and self-doubt, further highlighting the internal struggle faced by the narrator. Through 'Hating,' KoRn captures the raw and unfiltered emotions of someone battling with their inner demons, making it a powerful and relatable anthem for those experiencing similar feelings.