PREMIERE: BULLPUP “ACTOR” LYRIC VIDEO
Following a ska-rock-metal fusion debut release “Veronica Sawyer’s Big Day Out” from their forthcoming album Be Evil, “Actor” adheres to Bullpup’s heavy-hitting rocker’s style with an emo, theatrical twist.
Interestingly, the track doesn’t have a beginning. “Actor” launches right in the middle of dazzling, manic chaos, where the roof is spinning, and so is the world. In the kinetic, buoyant flamenco-infused guitar riff, “Actor” throws you off of your feet before you even comprehend what it’s happening.
The theatre-inspired track sets its scene on stage. Exaggerated makeups and puffy dresses, rehearsed lines, and never-stopping scenes. The increasing suspense and dramatic tension brewing in the air. The world on stage is so far away from reality.
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Revolving around the metaphorical theatre stage, “Actor” dives deep into one’s struggle with identity, shedding light on imposter syndrome. Self-doubt over achievement, feeling like a fraud playing an anticipated social role. The gap between fulfilling other’s expectations and being who we really are can affect one’s mentality heavily.
Tore up by the doubled life, Bullpup has nailed the level of frustration, depression, and struggle with brutally honest lyrics, worn-out screams, and tireless drums. The track ends with an introspective moment of disappointment.
The show is over when the curtain is closed, the crowds have left, and the world returns to silence with only you in the middle. A sad clone is looking at its own reflection and can’t seem to identify itself.
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