"Dylan Gardner's song "Dark Side" is about uncovering someone's hidden, darker side that they keep concealed from the world. The lyrics depict a struggle with a person who presents themselves as good and innocent on the surface, but holds a secret enemy within. The song addresses the pain and confusion caused by this person's actions. The narrator tries to understand why this person wants to hurt them and asks them to reconsider their intentions. They acknowledge their own ability to deceive others as well, painting themselves as a good person but recognizing their flaws. The reference to a switchblade suggests the danger and unpredictability of the person's mentality, while crawling into their mind's eye symbolizes a desire to dive deeper into their true self. The chorus emphasizes the hidden nature of this dark side, comparing it to hidden wings beneath a pure white exterior. The plea for the person to not hurt them reflects the narrator's vulnerability and desire for a genuine connection. Towards the end of the song, the lyrics express the narrator's disbelief in the various personas the person can adopt, feeling constantly deceived and unsure of who they truly are. The underlying sense of frustration and confusion is evident throughout the song. Overall, "Dark Side" by Dylan Gardner explores the complexities of human nature and the struggle to understand and accept people's hidden selves, while grappling with the pain caused by their actions."
