Blacking Out the Friction Lyrics

Lyric discussion by GeeMo 

Cover art for Blacking Out the Friction lyrics by Death Cab for Cutie

This song, possibly, is about the hardships of life, and "blacking" them out...the weather could be simbolism for it,....and scarves, caps, even sweaters, could be defense mechanisms...or the support of friends, helping him get through the day. But these defenses are pointless--it's brainless to decorate your window and assume it makes your perspective different. Once you realize this, you know "the hardest part is yet to come."