Crybaby Lyrics – Cults

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Cults describes a person trapped in a monotonous and problematic routine, with the singer expressing frustration and a lack of sympathy. The verse highlights the individual's recurring issues and the sense that they are a source of their own problems. The repeated questioning and plea for understanding reflect a broader frustration with the subject's inability to change their circumstances or mindset.

[Chorus]
The chorus serves as a direct criticism of the subject’s behavior, labeling them as a "crybaby" who is consumed by their own misery. This part of the song underscores the perceived futility of the subject’s emotional state, suggesting that their focus on their suffering is unproductive and a waste of time.

[Verse 2]
The second verse continues to criticize the subject, emphasizing their need to find peace and suggesting that their endless grief is leading to their downfall. The mention of "fallin' to pieces" reflects the subject's deteriorating mental state and the inability to escape their cycle of sadness, reinforcing the theme of self-destruction.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, Cults offers a more direct and empathetic plea for the subject to move beyond their misery. The repetition of "dry your eyes" and "turn off the scream" serves as a call for the subject to cease their lamentations and regain control over their emotions, signaling a shift from criticism to a more supportive tone.

[Chorus]
The final chorus repeats the critical sentiment expressed earlier, reiterating the label of "crybaby" and emphasizing the wasted time in self-pity. The repetition underscores the persistent nature of the subject’s behavior and the ongoing frustration it causes, solidifying the song’s message about the unproductive nature of excessive self-indulgence in grief.