The song "Call Me" by Empress Of explores themes of feeling lost, unwanted, and disconnected from oneself and others. The lyrics suggest a sense of vulnerability and the desire for someone to reach out and provide support. The chorus repeats the lines "Call me, call me, call me young and useless, But when you call me, call me, call me, who will listen? We watched our youth come and youth go wasted, Know that if you fall we'll trade places." Here, the singer acknowledges their own struggles and insecurities, referring to themselves as "young and useless." They express a longing for someone to truly listen to them and understand their experiences. The line "We watched our youth come and youth go wasted" could imply a feeling of time passing by without achieving personal growth or fulfillment. The final line suggests a willingness to support the person they are addressing, stating that if that person were to fall or struggle, they would be there to take their place and offer assistance. The second verse reveals a sense of being lost and disconnected, living a life that feels superficial and out of focus. The singer questions whether someone else is causing their emotional numbness or madness. The line "We keep each other locked in scars, high from this" may represent a toxic cycle of co-dependency where both parties perpetuate their emotional wounds. The bridge of the song admits to making mistakes, like a fallen angel, but declares that despite these mistakes, they remain mentally stable. The lines "Entered through us, Just to exit through us" suggest that people enter their lives only to leave them, adding to the feeling of being unwanted or disposable. The promise to keep silent when they come for them could symbolize a readiness to endure hardships or protect others at their own expense. Overall, "Call Me" reflects on feelings of self-doubt, longing for understanding and connection, and the ability to endure and support others despite personal struggles. The lyrics convey a mix of vulnerability, strength, and resilience.
