Iris

The song 'Iris,' performed by Sleeping With Sirens, is a cover of the original track by the Goo Goo Dolls. This version carries the emotional weight of the lyrics through a post-hardcore lens, adding a layer of intensity to the song's inherent vulnerability. The lyrics speak of a deep longing and connection with someone, to the point where the protagonist is willing to give up everything just to be close to them. The line 'You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be' suggests a profound admiration and possibly a love that feels transcendent, almost spiritual in nature.

The chorus reveals a fear of being seen and misunderstood by the world. The protagonist desires to remain unseen, except by the person they feel connected to. This sentiment reflects a common human experience of feeling out of place or not fitting into societal norms, and the comfort found in being truly known by someone. The repeated lines 'When everything's made to be broken, I just want you to know who I am' express a resignation to the impermanence of life and relationships, while still holding onto the desire to be authentically known and remembered.

The song's bridge, 'And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming, Or the moment of truth in your lies,' touches on the theme of emotional suppression and the inevitable confrontation with one's own truth. The raw emotion of the song is encapsulated in the idea that feeling pain is a sign of being alive, a bittersweet acknowledgment that to live fully is to experience both joy and sorrow. Overall, 'Iris' by Sleeping With Sirens is a powerful rendition that captures the essence of human vulnerability and the yearning to be understood and loved for who we truly are.