Constance

Spiritbox's 'Constance' delves deep into the emotional landscape of loss, grief, and the internal struggle that accompanies these experiences. The song opens with the imagery of a 'Dying Sun,' symbolizing the fading light and hope in the narrator's life. This metaphor sets the tone for the entire song, highlighting the darkness and bitterness that have taken hold. The narrator speaks of 'speaking darkness out of spite,' indicating a sense of anger and resentment that has built up over time, further emphasized by the phrase 'wrap me in my bitterness.'

The chorus reveals a sense of resignation and complacency, as the narrator admits to giving up and merely escaping the pain rather than confronting it. The lines 'Heretics wouldn't faze me' and 'Lucid trust, I don't want it' suggest a deep-seated mistrust and disillusionment with the world. The imagery of 'palms are rough when you promise' and 'fire lies when you're honest' conveys the idea that even promises and honesty have become painful and unreliable.

The recurring theme of 'pressure in increments' and 'memories dissident' reflects the slow, creeping nature of grief and the way it distorts and disrupts memories. The narrator's struggle is further illustrated by the line 'It's hard to lose and wonder why,' capturing the confusion and helplessness that often accompany loss. The song's climax, with the repeated phrase 'When I am holding you,' suggests a longing for connection and the comfort of holding onto memories, even as they become increasingly dissident and fragmented. 'Constance' is a poignant exploration of the complexities of grief and the enduring impact it has on one's psyche.