Discover the story of the song > Seventeen Going Under – Sam Fender

The song is about the struggles of the protagonist during his teenage years. He recalls being sick, dealing with violence, and falling in love for the first time. He also talks about how anger can hurt those who love us and how he used humor to cover up his pain. The chorus repeats the phrase "you hurt them like they're nothin'" and in the end, the protagonist feels like he's "seventeen goin' under" and overwhelmed by life's challenges.