Discover the story of the song > Them Bones Live – Alice In Chains

The lyrics of "Them Bones" by Alice in Chains talk about feeling isolated and lonely. The protagonist believes that the bones he sees are actually a reflection of himself. Some people believe that we are born destined for death and the grave. The protagonist feels so alone that he thinks he will eventually become a big pile of bones. He sees himself as an empty fossil in a new era. There is a sense of despair and inevitability in these lyrics, as the protagonist feels like his dreams have turned into a nightmare and he will eventually meet his end.