The lyric "how you suffered for your sanity" is alluding to Van Gogh's delusions, hallucinations, and possible schizophrenia. It has been reported from Vincent himself that he experienced intense visual and auditory hallucinations. This is a common symptom of individuals suffering from schizophrenia.
The lyric "how you suffered for your sanity" is alluding to Van Gogh's delusions, hallucinations, and possible schizophrenia. It has been reported from Vincent himself that he experienced intense visual and auditory hallucinations. This is a common symptom of individuals suffering from schizophrenia.