Discover the story of the song > Release Me – the tiger lillies

The song is about a protagonist who is overwhelmed by pain, grief and darkness. Kindness from others doesn't seem to help, it just makes things worse. He feels like he's drowning and can't take it anymore, wishing for sweet release from the agony and begging to be let go. Despite someone calling him a thief for wanting to end his life, he's ready to give up the fight and let go.