The lyrics of Jeris Johnson's song "Life is Underrated" convey a message of frustration and disillusionment with society's view on life and the pursuit of truth. The narrator expresses the feeling of being unable to change someone's perspective, as they are blinded by the lies they have been taught. Despite their efforts to reveal the truth, the other person chooses to remain ignorant. This is depicted in the lines, "Tried showing you the lies / They taught you so well to be blind." The chorus "Maybe, just maybe / Our hearts were made for breaking" suggests that the disappointment and heartbreak experienced in life is an inherent part of existence. The narrator also highlights the prevalence of people pretending to be awake and aware, but in reality, they are not. The line "Pretending they're awake and / I pull back the curtain and you chose that" implies that many people would rather live in ignorance than face the truth. The song explores the idea that life is often undervalued and overlooked. The lyrics "That life is underrated / That's probably why you hate it" suggest that the negative perception of life may contribute to people's dissatisfaction and unhappiness. Overall, "Life is Underrated" speaks to the frustration of trying to awaken others to the realities of life and the disappointment in society's outlook on the value of existence.
