Comatose

Skillet's song 'Comatose' delves into the profound feelings of longing and desperation for a connection that feels life-giving and real. The lyrics express a deep dissatisfaction with life when this connection is absent, to the point where the speaker feels comatose, or numb to the world around them. The repeated line 'I don't wanna live, I don't wanna breathe 'Less I feel You next to me' emphasizes the idea that life without this vital connection is unbearable and meaningless. The use of the word 'overdose' in the chorus is a powerful metaphor for the intense need and desire for the presence of the 'You' in the song, suggesting that only an overwhelming amount of this presence can awaken the speaker from their numbness.

The song also touches on themes of struggle and the fight against inner demons. The speaker acknowledges the presence of these demons and the temptation they represent, which could be interpreted as personal struggles, doubts, or negative thoughts that lead them away from the connection they crave. The line 'Oh how I adore You! Oh how I thirst for You! Oh how I need You!' is a cry for help and an expression of the deep emotional and possibly spiritual need for the other.

Skillet, known for their Christian rock influence, often infuses their music with spiritual undertones, and 'Comatose' can be seen as a metaphor for the longing for a divine connection or a relationship with God. The song resonates with anyone who has felt a void in their life that only a profound relationship, whether spiritual or personal, can fill. The raw emotion and the yearning for a presence that brings life and reality to the speaker's existence are palpable throughout the song.