Adderall

Slipknot's song 'Adderall' delves into the complexities of mental health, control, and existential dread. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with their deepest fears and the feeling of being trapped. The opening lines, 'Shallow graves and deepest fears / No one tells me why I'm here,' set a dark and introspective tone, suggesting a sense of confusion and a search for meaning. The mention of 'leather straps on stapled eyes' and the need to 'scream to cut your ties' evoke a feeling of being restrained and the desperate need to break free from these constraints.

The recurring reference to Adderall, a medication commonly used to treat ADHD, symbolizes the struggle for control and the pressure to conform. The line 'Can't subtract from Adderall / Pull you in before you fall' suggests that while the drug may offer some semblance of control, it also has a hold on the individual, pulling them in deeper. This duality is further explored in the chorus, where the protagonist acknowledges their awareness of being manipulated ('Ooh, you know I'm gone / Ooh, you go I'm onto you now').

The song also touches on themes of religious control and societal expectations. The line 'For the Bible scares me so' indicates a fear of religious dogma and the pressure to conform to societal norms. The protagonist's struggle is further highlighted in the lines 'Which side do I want to be? / This side's got a hold on me,' reflecting the internal conflict between personal freedom and external control. Slipknot uses 'Adderall' to explore the tension between individuality and societal pressures, ultimately questioning the true cost of control and conformity.