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“The song “Grasping Straws” delivers a visceral critique of narcissism and its devastating ripple effects on families, particularly children caught in the emotional wreckage of broken marriages. Through raw, aggressive instrumentation and anguished vocals, the track exposes how narcissistic behavior—marked by manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional neglect—creates a toxic environment where love is conditional and self-worth is eroded. The lyrics serve as a desperate outcry, highlighting the silent suffering of children who grow up internalizing blame, confusion, and fear. Rather than offering resolution, the song lingers in the chaos, forcing listeners to confront the long-term trauma left in the wake of unchecked ego and broken boundaries.” - Larry Passenier
Video edited and directed by: Larry Passenier
Filmed and additional edits by: Jeff Hostetler of Red Obsidian Media Productions
Additional Filming by: Terry at Sensorium Arts
Actors: Andres Gonzalez and Justin Stover
Set Location: The Credit Union in Muskegon, Michigan
All Lyrics by: Larry Passenier
All Music by: xIron Sharpens Ironx
Drums Recorded by: Ross Morgan
Rhythm Guitar Record by: Jeff Hostetler at Red Obsidian Media Productions
All other Instruments and Vocals Recorded by: Jason Ingersoll of Exit Door Productions/The Metal Maniacs Podcast
All Mixing and Mastering by: Jamie King
(www.jamiekingaudio.com)
Lyrics:
Defier
Never enough, always in vain.
Deceiving the ones that you love,
They’ll never understand.
You’ve never shown love, you never ask why.
You’re just grasping straws to validate your lies.
Grasping straws to find the victim in
Your lies.
Another pawn, another victim, cast aside.
Wrapped within, your reflection, hollowed eyes.
Crosses, spew the lies, within the world you see.
Poison, leeches in, void of humanity.
Crosses, spew the lies, within the world you see.
Poison, leeches within.
(Pick it up)
Your Grasping Straws
Never enough, always in vain.
Deceiving the ones that you love,
They’ll never understand.
You’ve never shown love, you never ask why.
You’re just grasping straws to validate your lies.
Grasping straws to make a victim in
Your Mind.
Another pawn, another victim, cast aside.
Wrapped within, your reflection, hollowed eyes.
Crosses, spew the lies, within the world you see.
Poison, leeches in, void of humanity.
Crosses, spew the lies, within the world you see.
Poison, leeches within.
(Pick it up)
Your Grasping Straws.
You’re Grasping Fucking Straws.
Death, To, Your, Narcissistic ways.
