To The Flowers

While She Sleeps' song 'To The Flowers' delves into the complexities of human emotions and the sense of existential dichotomy. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is introspective, possibly struggling with their own feelings and the reality of life. The opening lines, 'I'm staring out myself / Scared of all I can't feel,' suggest a disconnection from emotions, a fear of the numbness that can come from not being able to fully experience life.

The chorus, 'We're all high as the gods / And as low as the demons but she's alone,' captures the highs and lows of human experience, indicating that while we can reach great heights, we can also fall into deep despair. The phrase 'but she's alone' adds a layer of isolation to the experience, highlighting the individual's solitary journey through these extremes. The repetition of 'We're all going / Down, down, down to the flowers' could symbolize a return to nature or the inevitability of death, suggesting that no matter our experiences, we all share the same fate.

The song also touches on themes of nostalgia and the desire for change. The lines 'I miss the optimist who told me I need nothing / Who said the consequence was equal to the moment' reflect a longing for a simpler time when the speaker felt more hopeful and believed that actions had clear consequences. The repeated sentiment 'Let's take it all for granted, I know nothing's gonna change at all' expresses a sense of resignation, acknowledging that despite our desires, change is often out of our control. The song's introspective nature and exploration of existential themes are characteristic of While She Sleeps' style, which often includes a blend of melodic and heavy elements to convey deep emotional content.