Snapshot from Purple Pyramids by Nathaniel Star

Nathaniel Star's 'Snapshot' is a deeply emotional plea about the struggles of authenticity in the digital age. It depicts the inner turmoil of a character trapped in the artificial world of social media, where likes and filters mask true emotions. The lyrics challenge us to face our realities, suggesting that pretending to be happy can be detrimental to our health. The recurring motif of 'lights turning off' metaphorically represents the truth behind the facade and the question of whether one can walk away from this pretense. The song is a call to break free from the chains of social media and step into the light of authenticity.

Tracklist

9.	Snapshot	2:11

Lyrics

When the lights turn off
Can you find your way
Sometimes the world is so dark
You can't find your face
Sometimes we're the shore
Bracing for the tidal wave
But when the lights turn off
Can you walk away

A thousand likes
Your favorite pic
You still feel empty
You're ashamed of it
You're so unhappy
But they'll never know
If you remove the filters
All your pain would show
So smile for the camera
Cause everybody's watching
A life so enchanting
It has everybody locked in
At least that's what you showed em
But you can't fool yourself
And faking happiness
Is not good for your health

When the lights turn off
They always do turn off
Can you find your way
Sometimes the world is so dark
It's hard to find your face
Sometimes we're the rock
And other times the waves
But when the lights turn off
Can you walk away
Can you really walk away
Walk away
Walk away
First let me take your picture baby
When the lights turn off
And they always turn off
Walk away
Can you walk away
Walk away
Can you walk away
Can you walk away

Credits

from Purple Pyramids, released May 2, 2025

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