12 Weeks

Movements' song '12 Weeks' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and self-doubt experienced by the narrator over a prolonged period. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a strained relationship, where constant arguments and misunderstandings have taken a toll on the narrator's mental health. The phrase 'It’s been a long night, like every other night for the last 12 weeks' suggests a relentless cycle of conflict and emotional exhaustion, highlighting the intensity and duration of their suffering.

The recurring question 'Am I the bad guy? Devil in disguise' reveals the narrator's internal struggle with guilt and self-perception. They are consumed by the fear that they might be the source of their partner's pain, leading to a profound sense of responsibility and self-loathing. This is further emphasized by the lines 'Sometimes I wonder if I died, would you live better life?' and 'I’d throw myself to all the wolves outside if it meant you’d be alright,' which illustrate the narrator's willingness to sacrifice themselves for the sake of their partner's happiness, even if it means enduring immense personal suffering.

The song also touches on themes of anxiety and uncertainty, as seen in the lines 'My head gets hazy when you speak, I’m getting anxious, now my hands are shaking.' The narrator's physical reactions to the stress of the relationship underscore the depth of their emotional distress. The metaphor 'Deliver my wicked guise, forked tongue behind gentle eyes' suggests a duality in the narrator's character, where they feel they are perceived as kind and gentle on the outside but harbor a darker, more troubled side within. This duality adds to their internal conflict and sense of unworthiness, making '12 Weeks' a poignant exploration of the complexities of love, guilt, and self-sacrifice.