Discover the story of the song > Immortality – Pearl Jam

The protagonist is feeling lost and vulnerable in this world, and cannot find comfort. He compares himself to a privileged person who is being victimized for the entertainment of others. Despite his wish for immortality, he realizes that there is a trapdoor in the sun. The lyrics also mention the idea of running away and making choices as a truant (someone who skips school), and the harsh realities of life including death and selling body parts.