Lyric discussion by x83 

Cover art for Scattered lyrics by Third Eye Blind

i'm pretty sure he says 'that ugly word that makes my throat feel thick" instead of "i need a woman who makes my soul feel thick"

but yeah, beautiful song. SJ is just showing his feelings about how everyone tries to cover up their inner emotions..how being 'fake' won't solve anything. everyone has problems. everyone lies. yet still, people create drama over liars and addicts just because they're afraid to admit their own problems. great song.