Discover the story of the song > Disgraced in America – Ought

The protagonist is feeling stuck and disoriented in life, comparing himself to birds flying aimlessly. He feels trapped in a cycle of earning money and living in a fog. Despite this, he finds comfort in the idea that he built his own life, even though it may not be perfect. However, he is unable to fully believe this until his partner accepts him. He reminisces about past experiences, feeling both blessed and imitated. He also mentions being disgraced in America, but sees it as a personal journey that he built himself. In the end, he feels overwhelmed by the boundaries and limitations of life, symbolized by demarcation lines.