Discover the story of the song > Wasteland Alternate Take – 10 Years

The lyrics talk about someone who is feeling alone and scared, but their pain is very obvious to others. The protagonist wants their romantic partner to help them, to see the pain they are going through. Despite feeling overwhelmed and guilty, the protagonist is not hiding their pain anymore. Instead, they want their partner to understand and support them. The lyrics also mention being judged by others and feeling ignorant about the symbols of their pain. In the end, the protagonist questions whether they should continue to try and change themselves for the better, and whether their intentions are good. The song ends with the protagonist questioning what they should do.