Ends Quote by Henry Rollins
“Just understand that the end began long ago We got here just in time Look All the squares in the sidewalks were already there All these strangers have more money than you do All the good riffs have been taken And everyone is so scared Murder is commonplace I don't even flinch at the gunshots outside my window I feel lonely without them”
About This Quote
Source Song: “The End Began Long Ago” from album “The End Began Long Ago”, 2020
He observes that many aspects of life—culture, wealth, art—are pre‑existing, and he feels detached yet untroubled by violence and loneliness.
In simple terms: He notes that many things already exist and feels indifferent to surrounding chaos.
Key Takeaway
Recognize pre‑existing conditions and find personal calm.
Themes
existence
detachment
urban life
Mood
melancholic
observational
Type
social critique
personal reflection
When to use this quote
- city living
- media consumption
- personal isolation
Key Concepts
nihilism
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with feeling detached?
- What does “lonely without them” suggest about your needs?
A Different Perspective
Indifference can mask deeper alienation.
