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Kenopsia

From:
Kairo (Deluxe Edition)
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From:
Kairo Piano Demos (Deluxe Edition)
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Lyrics:

resurface me, I am a mess of poor hardwiring built upon fault lines a lost cause in a deserted sea I broke my sails long ago what did you say? did you call out? I can't tell... Is this kenopsia? (repeated 8x) I can’t tell. Look into these eyes For the last time And tell the truth, What do you see In me? what did you say? did you call out? I can't tell... Is this kenopsia? (repeated 8x) I can’t tell. repair me, strangers stare back blurry vision clouds the view I can't see faces in my mind Deserted, like a schoolhouse after hours. Is this kenopsia? I can’t tell

Story:

The repeated lines of "Is this kenopsia?" emphasize the feeling of emptiness and confusion, while the second verse speaks to the desire to be seen and understood by others. Looking into someone's eyes and asking for the truth about what they see in me is a vulnerable moment, but one that is essential to finding connection and healing. The final verse talks about feeling like a stranger in my own mind, with blurry vision and an inability to see the faces of those around me. The repeated lines of "Is this kenopsia?" continue to emphasize the feeling of disconnection and isolation. Overall, the song is a deeply personal reflection on my own struggles with mental health and the desire to find connection and healing in a world that can often feel alienating and isolating.