The song "New Rock Bottom" by Eleventyseven expresses a sense of disillusionment and cynicism. The lyrics suggest that the narrator's previous hopes and dreams have consistently ended in disappointment and they blame this on someone they handed those dreams to, perhaps a romantic partner or a person of influence. The narrator describes themselves as a "dyed in the wool cynic," indicating that they have become deeply ingrained in their pessimistic outlook on life. They anticipate hitting a new rock bottom, implying that they believe things will only get worse. Despite this negativity, they encourage others to embrace the fall and answer the call, which could mean accepting and embracing the challenges and hardships that life presents. The lyrics also touch upon the concept of freedom and how it can sometimes feel like slavery. The narrator questions whether their constant assumption of the worst is a personal curse. The line "I chase a better me" implies that the narrator is actively seeking self-improvement, even though they acknowledge the likelihood of disappointment. The chorus repeats the idea of the narrator caring very little and anticipating the next unfortunate event. They compare their pessimism to being a dyed in the wool cynic, emphasizing the depth and permanence of their negative outlook. The closing lines, "The doors might be locked, but I won't let that stop me from leaving. I've got a glass half empty, but that won't stop me from drinking," add to the overall theme of perseverance despite adversity. The narrator acknowledges limitations and a pessimistic mindset but refuses to be completely defeated or hindered. Overall, "New Rock Bottom" portrays a sense of jadedness, but also resilience and the determination to continue pushing forward despite a pessimistic worldview.
