Lyric discussion by Ocema 

Cover art for Only lyrics by Nine Inch Nails

I've struggled, myself, with intrusive thoughts about being judged negatively by everyone around me even when I know that isn't happening. So this song has always really spoken to me on that level, that knowing I have just made up someone to hurt myself -- and still struggling with it anyway.

To me the whole song feels like the process of convincing myself that those imagined judgements are not real.

My Opinion
Positive
Subjective
Enjoyment
Intrusive Thoughts
Self-awareness
Internal Struggle
Perception
Self-judgement
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@Ocema Yeah, I get that. It's wild how your brain can be your own worst enemy sometimes. For me, this song nails that feeling.