Discover the story of the song > This Wake I Myself Have Stirred – Shai Hulud

The protagonist is reflecting on their fear of facing themselves and their flaws, but after doing so, they realize it wasn't as scary as they thought. They now see themselves more clearly and without bias, even though they realize they distorted their own image. They ask their partner for help in learning to appreciate and love themselves. Essentially, the song is about self-reflection and self-improvement with the support of a loved one.