Cellar Door

Spiritbox's 'Cellar Door' delves into the themes of transformation, self-discovery, and the struggle to break free from cyclical patterns. The song opens with the line, 'Time is always there to catch my fall,' suggesting a sense of inevitability and the passage of time as a constant companion. The imagery of a 'cellar door' serves as a metaphor for the entrance to one's inner self, a place where secrets and hidden emotions reside. This door symbolizes the threshold between the external world and the depths of the soul.

The recurring phrase 'close the loophole' signifies the desire to end repetitive cycles and escape from a monotonous existence. The lyrics 'Transform my death into a conduit' and 'This body separate from the fear of fear' reflect a yearning for rebirth and a detachment from paralyzing fears. The song speaks to the internal battle of confronting one's fears and the pain of feeling, as expressed in the lines 'My lungs are full of the pain of feeling' and 'I can’t live in this world while I breathe in another one.' This duality highlights the struggle of living in the present while being haunted by past traumas or future anxieties.

The repetition of 'Who could've known I would fall so hard starting over' emphasizes the difficulty and unpredictability of personal transformation. The 'cold mirror' mentioned throughout the song represents self-reflection and the harsh reality of facing one's true self. Spiritbox's 'Cellar Door' is a powerful exploration of the human condition, capturing the essence of breaking free from the chains of monotony and embracing the painful yet necessary journey of self-discovery.