Anxiety Wins Lyrics – Joyner Lucas

Anxiety Wins Lyrics Meaning

The first part shows someone waking up already feeling defeated. They don’t want to deal with the world or anyone around them. It’s like they’re too tired mentally and emotionally to face the day, so they’d rather stay in bed and let their anxiety take over. Letting people in feels too hard, so they push them away, even if deep down they don’t want to.

In this section, they talk about how their friends try to reach out, but they’re just not in the mood to be around anyone. Still, even though they isolate themselves, they don’t like being alone either. It’s a confusing spot to be in. They start questioning what’s going on with them on a deeper level, like something’s off with their soul, and they feel stuck in it. Others might think they’re crazy, and maybe they are—at least that’s what it feels like. They’re asking people to understand that if they could walk in their shoes, they’d see things differently. Life feels unreal, like a constant dream or struggle, and they keep blaming themselves for everything, even though they know there’s a lot behind why they feel this way. By the end, the emotional weight of the evening is hitting really hard.

Now they’re at a point where they feel totally overwhelmed. They think maybe they should pray because nothing else seems to help. They haven’t slept in days, which only makes the stress worse. They feel like they need to leave whatever place or situation they’re in, but they’re unsure if they even should. Looking in the mirror brings no comfort—it just reminds them of everything they hate about themselves. They’re hoping someone else out there feels this too because feeling this alone is exhausting. Their stress is piling up, and even when they try to express it or fix it, it never really works. They keep hoping for a sense of connection, but mostly just feel pressure closing in. Just when they think they’re doing better, anxiety takes over again and knocks them down.

Here, the chorus repeats the main feeling: wanting to hide from the world and just give up for the day. They don’t want to hurt or disappoint anyone, but they also don’t have the strength to open up. So, they shut down and let anxiety take the wheel again. They’re not even looking for anything big—just trying to survive and get through the day. But even that feels too hard.

This next part dives into the emotional rollercoaster. Some days, they’re really low, maybe even crying for no clear reason, which feels strange to them. Other times, they might feel somewhat okay, but deep down, they’re still unhappy. They turn to weed and alcohol just to feel numb because that’s the only time the pain disappears, even if it’s temporary. They start questioning who they are and admit they don’t want to hear anyone else’s advice or opinions. They’re spiraling a bit, feeling paranoid or buzzing with anxiety. They don’t trust anyone, and all their fears feel like they’re made up—but they still have power over them. And then they stop and wonder—maybe they’re not even scared of anything real, maybe it’s all in their head.

This part repeats some earlier thoughts. They’re doubting themselves again, thinking maybe they’re just losing it and should pray. Sleep still hasn’t come, and they’re stuck in this dark mental space. They want to escape but aren’t sure if leaving will help or hurt. Looking at their own reflection still brings up shame, and they’re begging someone—anyone—to tell them they’re not the only one who feels this way. They’re trying everything to cope, but nothing’s working. It’s like they keep hitting a wall. Just when they feel close to being okay, anxiety sneaks back in and messes everything up again.

The chorus comes back, driving the point home. The desire to shut down, avoid everyone, and just disappear under the covers feels stronger than ever. They’re not trying to live some big life—just trying to exist, but even that feels out of reach. Anxiety keeps winning, and they’re just too tired to fight it anymore.