Screaming

Loathe's song 'Screaming' delves into the profound emotional turmoil of isolation and the struggle to find one's voice amidst overwhelming noise. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with their inner demons, feeling alone and unheard. The opening lines, 'Take a step back / Knowing all that's real / Breathe out / Alone again,' set the stage for a journey into the depths of solitude and self-reflection. The recurring theme of 'drowning in the noise' and being a 'slow learner' suggests a sense of being overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the chaos surrounding them.

The imagery of 'Distance in fire that surrounds us' and 'pyres all around you' evokes a sense of being trapped in a burning, destructive environment. This could symbolize the emotional and mental battles the protagonist faces, feeling engulfed by their struggles. The repeated questioning, 'Can you see? / Do you see them?' implies a desperate plea for recognition and understanding from others, highlighting the loneliness and isolation they feel.

The chorus, with its powerful lines 'Distance / Leaving / Like the first time I did / Screaming / Like the first time,' captures the raw emotion of reliving past traumas and the cyclical nature of pain. The mention of things not always being 'black and white' and the plea to 'pull the wool over my eyes one last time' suggests a longing for simplicity and escape from harsh realities. The song concludes with a poignant promise to 'write to you / Through the stars and the clouds,' symbolizing a desire to connect and communicate despite the barriers. 'Screaming' is a haunting exploration of the human condition, emphasizing the pain of isolation and the yearning for connection and understanding.