Asylum

Vended's song 'Asylum' is a raw and intense exploration of mental anguish and the feeling of being trapped within one's own mind. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with overwhelming emotions and a sense of entrapment. The opening lines, 'Heart pumping the madness / Dilutions leading the status,' suggest a chaotic mental state where reality is distorted, and the individual feels consumed by madness. The mention of 'blood inside my throat' and being in a 'choke hold' further emphasizes the physical and emotional suffocation experienced by the protagonist.

The chorus, 'Oh my, I cried / Staring in the face of death tonight,' reveals a confrontation with mortality and a deep sense of despair. The protagonist feels denied the right to experience genuine love, instead encountering only pain and betrayal. The line 'I'm numb succumbed / To the shit my family overcome' hints at generational trauma and the burden of familial struggles, adding another layer of complexity to the individual's suffering. The repeated plea to be 'filled up asylum' suggests a desperate desire for escape or relief from the torment.

The song also delves into themes of powerlessness and rage. The lines 'I am not a pawn in the game / I'm just your fucking slave' express a feeling of being manipulated and controlled, leading to intense anger and frustration. The imagery of being 'caught up inside this cage' reinforces the sense of confinement and helplessness. The closing lines, 'Nothing will change and that’s ok / 'cause everything just feels the same,' convey a bleak acceptance of the unchanging nature of their suffering, culminating in the haunting declaration, 'Oh my, I died.' Vended's 'Asylum' is a powerful portrayal of mental and emotional turmoil, capturing the essence of feeling trapped and overwhelmed by life's challenges.