The lyrics of Hippo Campus's song "Bashful Creatures" seem to be about not caring about the opinions or actions of others. The opening lines suggest that the speaker sees other people as shy or timid ("bashful creatures"), but that they themselves do not care about such things ("kids don't care at all"). As the song progresses, the speaker becomes more forceful in expressing their indifference towards others. They use vulgar language to emphasize their point ("I don't give a shit", "I don't give a fuck") and suggest that the people around them are not worth their attention ("running out of luck", "who you scare"). The chorus contains the repeated line "drink up to save mind of who you can be", which could be interpreted as a call to let go and be oneself, even if it means getting drunk or high. The final lines of the song ("you crawl in at dawn / yes you crawl in to mourn") suggest a sense of sadness or regret among the people the speaker is addressing. Overall, "Bashful Creatures" seems to be a song about embracing one's own individuality and not worrying about the opinions or actions of others. The lyrics are delivered in a confrontational manner, perhaps reflecting the frustration of someone who feels surrounded by conformity and timidity.
