What Would You Do?

Seether's song 'What Would You Do?' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and regret that often accompany addiction and personal mistakes. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone struggling to cope with their actions and the consequences that follow. The repeated attempts to 'quit the cigarettes' and 'drink another drink until I can forget' highlight a cycle of self-destructive behavior, where the protagonist is caught in a loop of trying to escape their reality but only sinking deeper into it.

The chorus, with its poignant question 'What would you do?', serves as a plea for understanding and perhaps a cry for help. It reflects the internal conflict of wanting to make amends but feeling trapped by one's own actions and the weight of regret. The line 'All apologies are something heaven sent' suggests a longing for forgiveness and redemption, yet there's an underlying sense of hopelessness, as if the protagonist doubts they will ever truly find peace.

Throughout the song, there's a recurring theme of erosion, both physical and emotional. The lyrics 'this erodes my body, erodes my body' and 'breaks my body down' metaphorically describe the toll that guilt and addiction take on a person. The desire to 'erase all the things I did' and 'cleanse myself' underscores a deep yearning for a fresh start, free from the burdens of past mistakes. Seether's raw and honest portrayal of these struggles resonates with anyone who has faced similar battles, making 'What Would You Do?' a powerful anthem of regret and the quest for redemption.