Discover the story of the song > Mr Chainsaw – Alkaline Trio

The protagonist of the song is reflecting on how he feels like he has lost his youth and traded it for something that others can use. He wonders why he never expressed his love for his partner more than just as a friend and hopes that their relationship will never end. The protagonist recently found out that his partner is leaving for good and he tells his ceiling that he feels better now that he is alive. He also has nightmares all the time and worries about running out of words that rhyme. The song talks about how the protagonist feels like he has wasted his life and regrets not experiencing certain things. He feels stuck in between caring about things and not caring at all. The song mentions a small child inside of him that he left bleeding and how he has struggled with his physical and emotional well-being. Overall, the song is about growing up and feeling like you have given in to the pressures and challenges of life.