Hunger

Of Monsters And Men's song 'Hunger' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and inner conflict experienced during a period of personal growth and separation. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the aftermath of a relationship, feeling suffocated and overwhelmed by the lingering emotions. The opening lines, 'You are right, I’ll move on, But my lungs, feel so small,' suggest a struggle to breathe and move forward, symbolizing the difficulty of letting go and the weight of unresolved feelings.

The recurring motif of drowning throughout the song emphasizes the sense of being overwhelmed and consumed by these emotions. The repetition of 'I’m drowning' serves as a powerful metaphor for the protagonist's struggle to stay afloat amidst the emotional chaos. This feeling of being submerged is contrasted with the desire for something more, as expressed in the lines, 'My beating heart wanted more, But I’ll keep it in and keep you out.' This indicates a conscious effort to suppress these feelings and protect oneself from further pain.

The chorus, 'Hungry for the kill, But this hunger it isn’t you,' introduces the idea of a different kind of hunger—a yearning for something beyond the past relationship. The protagonist acknowledges that the hunger they feel is not for the person they are leaving behind but for something more fulfilling and true to their own identity. The imagery of the wolf and the notion of needing to fill the void suggest a transformation and a quest for self-discovery. The song ultimately captures the complexity of moving on, the pain of separation, and the journey towards finding one's true self amidst the quiet company of solitude.