Discover the story of the song > Private Hell – Alice In Chains

The protagonist is talking about giving away love and then removing it from someone else. They use painted words on the walls to express themselves, even though those words aren't true. They feel cold because of this. The protagonist talks about how there are a lot of promises, but it's rare to find someone who actually follows through. They might be scared to let their partner fully into their life. They excuse themselves and say they are used to being alone in their own private hell. They pretend not to care and stand at a corner where they left their partner. The protagonist says they will move on, but it's clear that they are hurting. They talk about how even though something bad happened, it can make the world more beautiful in a way. They say life is short. The protagonist continues to excuse themselves, saying they are used to being alone. They find amusement in their own private hell. In the end, they say they amuse themselves in their own private hell.