Went up on a journey, where the animals were small, I took…
“Went up on a journey, where the animals were small, I took with me a hammer, just to prove that I was tall. And I came across a preacher, who just looked at me - With eyes that cannot see. And In his dying breath, he spat at me, he called me anarchy. Now you are leaving, now you are walking out on me. You are believing, your life is better, without me. Hey brother Razor Blade, I need you, once again, I run my fingers down your edge to see, if I still feel pain. Pretty pictures are on my arms, pictures of the days when I was young, But these pictures are just scars, the only thing that's ever real! Now you are leaving, now you are walking out on me. Just like the others, you think you're better without me. (This is for you, are you watching me, I'm Self Harmed) Now I am cutting, I feel the ripping in my flesh. Now I'm bleeding, I'm satisfied I'm now content. So I go to sleep - I go to sleep. (Go to sleep”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker feels alienated, uses self‑harm imagery to express pain and a desire for validation, and portrays a struggle with identity and abandonment.
In simple terms: Feeling alienated and hurting, seeking validation.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge pain, seek help.
Themes
alienation
self‑harm
identity
validation
despair
Mood
distressed
desperate
Type
personal
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- mental health support
- expressive writing
- art therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
trauma
self‑image
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying feelings drive self‑harm?
- How can you find healthier ways to feel seen?
A Different Perspective
Self‑harm is a dangerous coping mechanism that requires professional help.