He’s just caught in the undertow
Dear innocent-looking college freshman on the bus wearing a Linkin Park hoodie,
I know, they had a few killer songs! Something about a lady bringing you one step closer to the edge? Oh man. I FELT THAT SHIT. Not sarcastic. It spoke to me when I was in college and was full of angst and bitterness and other awesome feelings. No doubt about it.
But here’s when you and I split. I did not feel the need to buy clothing that let everybody know how a lady has made me feel numb and tired, but so much more aware. Because then they might think I am mentally unstable or have bad taste in music. You don’t want to give off that vibe either! I can tell. I see a little of myself in you. It’s like when an equally misguided version of myself in high school wore a t-shirt advertising a hilarious musical called “How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying” (Original Broadway Cast, motherfuckers). And to think I somehow left with my virginity intact. No one saw that coming (double entendre alert)!
Anyhow, best of luck finding a lady who will walk next to you while you’re wearing that.
Just a guy trying to help,
Lee
