“It’s not my sin – this creature within.”
Meaning:The song tells the story of a disturbed man riding the metro every day, unnoticed by the world around him. He appears normal on the outside, but inside he carries deep resentment for being ignored. This ignored rage slowly morphs into psychosis, and the lyrics foreshadow the day he will finally snap and let the monster within take control.
Critic’s Note:"Creature Within" builds cinematic tension through dark ambient textures, a haunting spoken intro, and whispered violence. The track is chilling in its realism, placing the listener inside the mind of a psychopath before the break. Minimalist but emotionally loaded, it pulses like a psychological thriller.
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“Is it a crime, have so much time to spend
I lose my parents, I lose my friends in the end”
Meaning:"Wrong" portrays the pain of emotional abandonment. The narrator longs to be loved, but is repeatedly discarded and misunderstood. Behind the playful tone lies deep loneliness and a creeping sense of despair — culminating in the haunting refrain, “I want you.”
Critic’s Note:This track is deceptively upbeat — combining retro drum machines with aching lyrics about social isolation. It’s like a smile cracked open too wide: catchy, quirky, and existentially raw. 5PM plays with contrast masterfully here.
“Ich brauch nix Bildung, ich brauch kein Schule
denn die schon alles wissen, weil ich mach Google”
Meaning: A satirical take on anti-intellectualism, this track mocks the idea that knowledge from the internet can replace critical thinking or formal education. With absurdist language and chaotic logic, it exposes the danger of superficial information culture and misplaced confidence.
Critic’s Note:Bold, biting, and bizarre — “Weil ich mach Google” is a postmodern anthem for the misinformed. 5PM fuses humor, irony, and chaos into a darkly catchy beat that holds up a mirror to the decline of reason in digital culture. It's the sound of a meme losing its mind.
“All I ask for / For some love / Want some love / Turn down the lights now”
Meaning:A euphoric yet intimate anthem for nightlife connection. Behind the repetition and danceable rhythm lies a deeper craving for closeness and emotional honesty. The song invites listeners to escape judgment, dim the distractions, and lose themselves in shared lightlessness.
Critic’s Note:"Turn the Lights Off" fuses hypnotic beats with minimalistic vocals, chanting like a club mantra. The result is addictive and immersive — a darkroom lullaby that’s both haunting and hopeful. Perfect for the last track before sunrise.
“To the paper girl he whistles a song / Gave her five cents for the news”
Meaning:"Papergirl" paints a cinematic portrait of a lonely drifter who finds brief solace in a fleeting human connection. Through poetic metaphors and urban shadows, the song explores themes of isolation, longing, and the subtle, bittersweet beauty of small encounters.
Critic’s Note:Blending lo-fi synthpop with storytelling lyrics, “Papergirl” feels like a soft-focus memory. 5PM evokes both urban grit and emotional warmth, giving this track a wistful tone that lingers like a foggy morning after a dream. It's quietly stunning.
“You said that I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one, the only one”
Meaning:"Whatever" dives into conflicting identity, emotional confusion, and the shifting narratives of love and blame. It’s a chaotic mix of hurt, defiance, and ironic detachment, wrapped in a surreal blend of phrases and unexpected imagery — like being hurt by sandals or blinded by belief.
Critic’s Note:With stream-of-consciousness lyrics and an off-kilter melody, “Whatever” channels a dizzy breakup in slow motion. 5PM embraces absurdity, emotion, and sonic experimentation in equal measure. It’s strange, raw, and totally unforgettable.
“Haven't seen you for a long time now / Haven't seen you and it's almost Christmas Eve”
Meaning:A deeply emotional ballad about loss and the passing of time. "Haven't Seen You" captures the ache of longing and absence through seasonal metaphors and a quiet build toward finality. It reads like a letter never sent, wrapped in nostalgia and mourning.
Critic’s Note:Slow, sparse, and devastatingly heartfelt — 5PM shows restraint in "Haven't Seen You," letting the melancholy melody and repeating title do the emotional heavy lifting. A wintry farewell for anyone still waiting at the window.
“Let me do you right / Let me do the things you want”
Meaning:"Close 2 U" is a sensual synth-pop duet that captures desire, confidence, and chemistry. The lyrics celebrate attraction and playful romantic pursuit, blending smooth lines with a persistent beat that drives the intention home — to get closer in every way.
Critic’s Note:Flirty, funky, and irresistibly catchy — "Close 2 U" channels 90s R&B energy through a retro-futuristic filter. Featuring Omari, it’s a magnetic call-and-response groove that begs to be danced to, or whispered into someone’s ear.