Time Baby II

Medicine's song 'Time Baby II' delves into the complex landscape of mental and emotional struggles. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the internal chaos that can sometimes overwhelm a person. Phrases like 'Sometimes it rains inside my head' and 'All the words run dry' suggest a state of mental exhaustion and confusion, where thoughts and emotions become difficult to articulate. The imagery of 'walls of breathing hands' reaching up to touch the singer's thigh adds a surreal, almost claustrophobic element, symbolizing the invasive nature of these overwhelming feelings.

The repeated refrain 'No they don't have to take you away' serves as a mantra of resistance and reassurance. It suggests a struggle against external forces or internal demons that threaten to take control. This line can be interpreted as a plea for autonomy and a declaration of resilience, emphasizing that despite the mental turmoil, there is a part of the self that remains steadfast and unyielding.

The song also touches on moments of clarity and deception. 'Sometimes it's bright inside my head, 'Cept at the back of my eyes' indicates fleeting moments of understanding or peace, contrasted with underlying darkness. The 'hands of breathing walls' reaching up during these times symbolize the persistent nature of these struggles, even when things seem momentarily better. The final line, 'Backs breaking from the weight of the overload,' encapsulates the physical and emotional toll of carrying such burdens, highlighting the song's overarching theme of enduring and resisting internal and external pressures.