"Ex-Sensitive" by Ben Jelen is a song that addresses the issues of feeling overwhelmed and disconnected in a world that prioritizes superficiality and materialism. The lyrics speak to the struggles of individuals who are sensitive and easily affected by the constant noise, lights, and demands of society. The song begins by addressing an ex-sensitive boy and girl, implying that they have lost themselves in the chaos of the world. It questions if they have been racing to keep up with the expectations and pressures placed upon them. However, the song also acknowledges that it is not their fault that the game is rigged against them. The chorus expresses empathy for these sensitive souls, describing their lives as expensive and stating that they are undeniably beautiful. The line about being "in place of fun" suggests that their lives have become a substitute for genuine enjoyment and authentic experiences. The lyrics then encourage the ex-sensitive soul to break free from societal norms and expectations. It challenges the idea that life is limited to what is portrayed on screens and emphasizes that there is more to life than what is seen superficially. The song continues by criticizing the system that has forced these individuals to beg to become billboards or advertisements personified. It highlights that this is not their fault, but rather a product of a society that values material possessions and superficial success. In the second chorus, the song again acknowledges the sensitivity of these souls, describing it as expensive. It also mentions that they are luxurious but rather numb, suggesting that they have become desensitized and disconnected from their own emotions. The lyrics go on to mention the obsession with gadgets, brands, and badges, implying that these superficial markers of success have ultimately won in society. However, the song offers a solution by encouraging the ex-sensitive individuals to shut down the noise, call out the clowns (representing the superficiality) around them, and start to add a message or purpose to their lives. In the final chorus, the song reiterates that the ex-sensitive individuals are sensitive, beautiful, and glorious but acknowledges that they have become lonely and detached due to societal pressures. It ends with the realization that these individuals have won in terms of material success but suggests there is a hollow victory in this superficial world. Overall, "Ex-Sensitive" by Ben Jelen shines a light on the challenges faced by sensitive souls in a fast-paced and materialistic society. It encourages individuals to break free from societal expectations, rediscover their authenticity, and find purpose beyond the superficial trappings of success.
