Discover the story of the song > Graceland – Allan Rayman

In these lyrics, the protagonist is feeling very sad and lonely. He describes himself as a shallow grave, a tidal wave, and an empty glass that no one wants. He also compares himself to a bad habit and an earthquake. He says that he is so sad and mad, and he feels sorry for himself. The protagonist likes listening to sad music and watching old black and white movies. He says that he is getting used to feeling pain, and he thinks he might even start using it to his advantage. The lyrics end with a spoken message where someone named Allan is being told that he needs to find a balance between love and music. The person speaking to Allan also mentions how love can be scary, but it's important to allow oneself to love again.