Afraid To Die

Movements' song 'Afraid To Die' delves deep into the universal human fear of mortality. The lyrics express a profound anxiety about the unknown aspects of death and the inevitability of life's end. The opening lines, 'I don’t wanna know how it ends / I only hope I go gently into the wind,' set the tone for the song, highlighting a desire for a peaceful departure while acknowledging the uncertainty that surrounds death. This sentiment is further emphasized with the line, 'I think I’d only overthink it if I did,' suggesting that knowing too much about the end might only exacerbate the fear.

The chorus, 'So tell me I'm alright / Tell me it’s okay, everything’ll be fine,' reveals a deep need for reassurance and comfort. The repetition of 'I think I'm afraid to die' underscores the persistent and haunting nature of this fear. The metaphor of life as a 'one way train, and it's running on time' poignantly captures the relentless and unstoppable passage of time, evoking a sense of urgency and helplessness. The plea, 'Could somebody stop the ride?' reflects a desperate wish to pause or escape the inevitable.

Throughout the song, there is a struggle to maintain composure and find solace. Lines like 'I gotta keep it together / I’ve been doing my best' and 'Tryna steady my breath through the violent weather' illustrate the effort to cope with these overwhelming emotions. The song also touches on the existential question of what happens after death, with the line, 'Would you tell me / If you believed that we go somewhere when it's done?' This reflects a common human curiosity and hope for an afterlife or some form of continuation beyond death. Ultimately, 'Afraid To Die' is a raw and honest exploration of the fear of death, the search for comfort, and the struggle to find peace in the face of life's greatest uncertainty.