The song DROWNING by Josh A is about feeling overwhelmed and lost in one's own thoughts and emotions. The lyrics express a desire to end the problems and struggles faced by the artist, as well as a sense of being a burden to others. The use of drugs and the constant feeling of drowning are metaphors for trying to escape or cope with the pain, but ultimately failing. The artist's friends are depicted as being worried but ultimately unable to help due to the deep-seated issues and internal turmoil that the artist is facing. The chorus emphasizes the feeling of being trapped and unable to escape, with a longing for the problems to simply come to an end. The verses touch on the artist's personal experiences with mental health struggles, including suicidal thoughts and feeling ignored. Overall, the song portrays the difficult and isolating journey of dealing with mental health issues, and the struggle to find help and support despite feeling like a burden.
