So Much For Suicide

Psychonaut 4's song "So Much For Suicide" is a raw and unfiltered critique of the romanticization of depression and suicidal tendencies. The band, known for their depressive black metal style, often delves into themes of mental illness, addiction, and existential despair. In this track, they take a confrontational stance against those who trivialize or glamorize these serious issues. The opening lines set the tone, addressing the 'fucking idiots' who think that being depressed and suicidal is 'cool,' immediately establishing a disdainful and critical perspective.

The lyrics use vivid and sometimes grotesque imagery to mock those who feign insanity or depression for attention. Phrases like 'animated junkies' and 'silly cartoon creatures on cotton boulevard' paint a picture of people who are not genuinely suffering but are instead performing a caricature of mental illness. The line 'playing dead just like a retard' is particularly harsh, emphasizing the band's frustration with this performative behavior. The mention of 'Mama's gonna make all of your nightmares go away' suggests a coddling or dismissive attitude towards real mental health struggles, further highlighting the disconnect between genuine suffering and those who merely play at it.

The chorus, with lines like 'So much for suicide? Lots of talk but you never tried,' directly challenges the authenticity of these individuals' claims. The song suggests that these people are more interested in the aesthetic or social capital of being seen as troubled rather than actually dealing with the profound and often debilitating reality of mental illness. The closing lines, 'Wish I had your talent for feeling sorry for myself / Wish you dared to jump off that shelf,' are a bitter and sardonic wish for these individuals to either confront their issues genuinely or stop trivializing the pain of others.

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