Discover the story of the song > A Little Bitter Remix – Alice In Chains

The protagonist is feeling restless and anxious, with a tightness in their chest. They question if this is a test and wonder if their god is sick. They feel selfish because they are causing harm to their partner while trying to take care of themselves. The protagonist feels used and taken advantage of, like a tree whose leaves are exchanged for dirty dollar bills. The partner's body is referred to as a temple, but it is filled with men who only want to take something from her. The protagonist feels shame but also buys their way out of guilt. They believe that in the end, they are the ones who matter.