DESCRIPTION

Blackball expresses frustration and disillusionment with people who are stubborn, self-absorbed, and oblivious to the consequences of their actions. It portrays a sense of exasperation toward individuals who refuse to reflect on their behavior and instead perpetuate chaos or confusion, all while thinking they are bold or clever.

The verses convey a feeling of being trapped in a situation where reasoning seems futile—”words without meaning” and “lost the plot” reflect how these people fail to understand or communicate properly. The pre-choruses hint at a weary acceptance that things might not get better, with a resignation to the fact that external interference often ruins things.

The chorus acts as a collective response, where the speaker and those around them roll their eyes and attempt to move on, acknowledging that life is too short to dwell on this kind of negativity. The repetition in the bridge emphasizes how these problematic behaviors persist, urging the need to “sever the ties” with false narratives and misinformation to avoid being led astray.

Ultimately, the song captures the frustration of dealing with people stuck in cycles of ignorance or arrogance while also acknowledging the difficulty in breaking away from these situations. It resonates with themes of social criticism, disillusionment, and the desire for clarity and growth amidst confusion.