I know this is old, but I personally think this song is very specific and not about some random person.
The singer is talking about the pressure he feels to be a role model for is fans, and how he feels that he always falls short. I think this is illustrated heavily by the chorus, and the chorus. Also the line "I'm addicted to being something they will look up to". He also knows that this is something he is doing to himself. ("I dig this dagger myself "). Also it seems to be a heavy theme on the album. Take a look at the song "Vices" mainly.
In any case it is an epic song. I think this has less to do with a Christian meaning, and more with not being able to meet the expectations of Christians. That is my personal take on the song.
I know this is old, but I personally think this song is very specific and not about some random person.
The singer is talking about the pressure he feels to be a role model for is fans, and how he feels that he always falls short. I think this is illustrated heavily by the chorus, and the chorus. Also the line "I'm addicted to being something they will look up to". He also knows that this is something he is doing to himself. ("I dig this dagger myself "). Also it seems to be a heavy theme on the album. Take a look at the song "Vices" mainly.
In any case it is an epic song. I think this has less to do with a Christian meaning, and more with not being able to meet the expectations of Christians. That is my personal take on the song.