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Bury a Friend Lyrics

by billie-eilish

Lyricist: Billie Eilish, Finneas OConnell

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Bury a Friend Lyrics

Billie What do you want from me? Why don't you run from me? What are you wondering? What do you know? Why aren't you scared of me? Why do you care for me? When we all fall asleep, where do we go? Come here Say it, spit it out, what is it exactly Are you payin'? Is the amount cleanin' you out, am I satisfactory? Today, I'm thinkin' about the things that are deadly The way I'm drinkin' you down Like I wanna drown, like I wanna end me Step on the glass, staple your tongue Bury a friend, try to wake up Cannibal class, killing the sun Bury a friend, I wanna end me I wanna end me I wanna, I wanna, I wanna… end me I wanna, I wanna, I wanna… What do you want from me? Why don't you run from me? What are you wondering? What do you know? Why aren't you scared of me? Why do you care for me? When we all fall asleep, where do we go? Listen Keep you in the dark, what had you expected? Me to make you my art and make you a star And get you connected? I'll meet you in the park, I'll be calm and collected But we knew right from the start that you'd fall apart 'Cause I'm too expensive Your talk'll be somethin' that shouldn't be said out loud Honestly, I thought that I would be dead by now Calling security, keepin' my head held down Bury the hatchet or bury your friend right now For the debt I owe, gotta sell my soul 'Cause I can't say no, no, I can't say no Then my limbs are froze and my eyes won't close And I can't say no, I can't say no Careful Step on the glass, staple your tongue Bury a friend, try to wake up Cannibal class, killing the sun Bury a friend, I wanna end me I wanna end me I wanna, I wanna, I wanna… end me I wanna, I wanna, I wanna… What do you want from me? Why don't you run from me? What are you wondering? What do you know? Why aren't you scared of me? Why do you care for me? When we all fall asleep, where do we go?

Meaning of Bury a Friend

“Bury a Friend” by Billie Eilish is a haunting exploration of obsession, manipulation, and the desperate desire for validation within a toxic relationship. The song’s core revolves around a dynamic where one person – seemingly Billie herself – holds an almost terrifying power over another, driving them towards self-destruction. The repeated questioning “What do you want from me?” reveals a profound sense of vulnerability and being utterly controlled, while the unsettling imagery—"staple your tongue," "bury a friend"—suggests a deliberate act of erasure and potentially violence. The lyrics paint a picture of a parasitic connection; the other person is both captivated and terrified by Billie’s intensity, constantly seeking her approval (“Are you payin’? Is the amount cleanin’ you out”) yet simultaneously fearing her influence. Eilish masterfully utilizes dark humor and surreal metaphors to convey this psychological turmoil. The “cannibal class, killing the sun” line evokes a sense of consuming beauty and hope, mirroring the destructive nature of the relationship. The desperate repetition of "I wanna end me" isn’t simply an expression of suicidal ideation, but rather a plea for escape from the suffocating demands of this demanding figure. The song's fragmented structure and whispered vocals amplify the feeling of disorientation and entrapment. Ultimately, “Bury a Friend” is Billie Eilish’s chilling commentary on the allure and danger of unhealthy devotion, exposing the vulnerability inherent in seeking connection when faced with someone who thrives on control and manipulation – a potent reflection of her own artistic persona.

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