EARDRUMMER Lyrics – Che

EARDRUMMER Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
(Forever)
This word sets the tone for the song, like the feelings or struggles Che talks about might last a long time or feel never-ending. It’s like a promise or a feeling that sticks around for good.

[Chorus]
Che starts by describing a lonely place where he feels distant from everyone else—he’s surrounded by trees (maybe a quiet, isolated spot) while others are stuck in a worse place, like Hell. This shows how separate he feels from others. He also says he can’t hear clearly, which might mean he’s confused or can’t understand what’s happening around him. Because of that, people left him behind. The idea of going up stairs and cutting off friends suggests that sometimes people have to leave or betray others to move forward in life. Che is always moving on to the next challenge or phase. The vivid image of a red carpet after he’s “skinned you dead” shows he’s tough and doesn’t hold back, maybe cutting through fake people or problems. He talks about going back to his true self because everything else seems damaged or broken around him. Che warns against wasting time doing nothing since he has seen too many people give up just when success was close. He finds comfort in music beats and rhythms, which help him stay peaceful. At the end, he feels like he’s winning, like a champion, thanks to his focus and drive.

[Verse]
In this part, Che talks about working hard every day, getting up early and grinding to earn everything he has. He’s proud of what he owns and doesn’t rely on anyone else. When he says his things are “store bought,” it means he’s got them through his own effort, not by borrowing or cheating. He mentions having expensive clothes, relationships, and even cars like Rolls-Royce, showing he’s successful. Che compares himself to gold and diamonds, saying he’s on a higher level than most people who might only be “gold.” If someone feels close to giving up or dying, he’s there to help them out, showing loyalty and support. People ask him how he stays awake and keeps making money, and his answer is simple—he works nonstop, and the money just follows him. Some try to copy him, but he says his style and “swag” can’t be taught; it comes from deep inside, from experience and hard work. He invites others to join him, saying even people who start late in life can still make it if they put in the effort. The message is clear: don’t hide or wait, now is the time to shine.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the feelings of isolation and distance from others, emphasizing the struggle to keep going alone. Che again talks about how he doesn’t hear clearly, symbolizing confusion or detachment that caused people to leave him behind. He accepts that moving up in life sometimes means cutting ties with friends or obstacles. He’s focused on moving forward and facing new challenges head-on. The violent imagery of the red carpet after “skinning” someone dead shows his strength and willingness to confront tough situations. Going back to his essence means returning to who he really is after losing others or facing hardship. He warns against wasting life by sleeping it away, reminding that many people he knew faded out right when they were close to success. Music gives him peace and keeps him going, helping him win his battles and feel like a champion.

[Outro]
The outro repeats the warning about not wasting time by just sleeping through life. Che has seen too many people give up or disappear just when they were about to succeed. It’s a reminder to stay awake, focused, and keep pushing because success could be just within reach, and giving up now would be a big loss.