Last Resort by Papa Roach is a song that captures intense feelings of emotional pain. It was written by Jacoby Shaddix, Jerry Horton, Tobin Esperance, and Dave Buckner. This song was released in 2000 as the lead single of the band’s breakthrough album Infest. Last Resort is undoubtedly one of the defining anthems of nu-metal and alternative rock from the early 2000s. The lyrics stemmed from a period of profound personal turmoil and depression, particularly a friend of Shaddix’s who had suicidal ideations.
The song explicitly addresses various mental health issues, especially isolation, hopelessness, and despair. “Last Resort” stands out for its explosive chorus, and emotionally charged verses, delivering a powerful cry for assistance beneath the weight of heavy guitar riffs and fierce vocals. The line “Cut my life into pieces, this is my last resort,” while painful, has become an anthem that many fans alongside Shaddix can relate to.
The song is considered as one of the greatest hits of the band and also helped spark a debate about mental health and music. It is now regarded as a work of art for daring to tackle real emotional struggles that so many listeners connect with. Although it was deemed controversial due to its explicit lyrics, it is now recognized for its raw honesty.
Papa Roach’s “Last Resort” lyrics, even after so many years, continue to resonate, encapsulating the struggle of a generation battling deep-seated issues with raw authenticity and emotional fervor. Saying it’s only a song would be an understatement; it’s a powerful dispatch, an outpouring of feelings, and it serves to convey that isolation is an illusion.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Song Title | Last Resort |
| Band Name | Papa Roach |
| Album | Infest |
| Release Year | 2000 |
| Lyricists | Jacoby Shaddix, Jerry Horton, Tobin Esperance, Dave Buckner |
| Genre | Nu Metal, Alternative Rock |
| Theme | Depression, suicide, emotional crisis, self-expression |
| Language | English |
| Cultural Impact | Sparked mental health discussions in rock music |
| Notable Lyrics | “Cut my life into pieces, this is my last resort” |
Papa Roach Last Resort Lyrics
Cut my life into pieces, this is my last resort
Suffocation, no breathing
Don’t give a fuck if I cut my arm bleeding
This is my last resort
Cut my life into pieces
I’ve reached my last resort
Suffocation, no breathing
Don’t give a fuck if I cut my arm bleeding
Do you even care if I die bleeding?
Would it be wrong, would it be right?
If I took my life tonight? Chances are that I might
Mutilation out of sight
And I’m contemplatin’ suicide
‘Cause I’m losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
Losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
I never realized I was spread too thin
‘Til it was too late and I was empty within
Hungry, feeding on chaos and livin’ in sin
Downward spiral, where do I begin?
It all started when I lost my mother
No love for myself, and no love for another
Searchin’ to find a love upon a higher level
Findin’ nothin’ but questions and devils
‘Cause I’m losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
Losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
Nothing’s alright, nothing is fine
I’m runnin’ and I’m cryin’
I’m cryin’, I’m cryin’, I’m cryin’
I’m cryin’
I can’t go on living this way
Cut my life into pieces
This is my last resort
Suffocation, no breathing
Don’t give a fuck if I cut my arm bleeding
Would it be wrong, would it be right?
If I took my life tonight? Chances are that I might
Mutilation out of sight
And I’m contemplating suicide
‘Cause I’m losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
Losin’ my sight, losin’ my mind
Wish somebody would tell me I’m fine
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