Talking to a Wall

“Talking to a Wall” was written from a place of exhaustion rather than anger. It comes from the feeling of showing up again and again, speaking carefully, protesting peacefully, trying to explain what feels obvious, and realizing that none of it seems to move the needle. Not because the message is unclear, but because so many people have already decided not to listen.

This song is about how lonely that can feel. About standing in the rain with a sign, or typing out words you believe in, and watching them disappear into a wall of dismissal, mockery, or indifference. It is about being told you are overreacting, confused, bought, or broken simply for caring. About being labeled instead of answered.

Rather than shouting back, this song sits quietly in that moment. It lets the tiredness speak. It acknowledges the temptation to give up, to go quiet, to stop caring because caring hurts. It also recognizes that exhaustion does not mean failure. It means you have been paying attention for a long time.

The arrangement reflects that emotional space. Soft piano, slow pacing, and a restrained vocal meant to sound human and fragile rather than defiant. This is not a rally song. It is the song you listen to after the rally, when you are alone and wondering whether any of it mattered.

If you have ever felt like your voice was bouncing off something solid and unmoving, this song is for you. If you have ever questioned whether continuing to speak up is worth the cost, you are not alone. Feeling worn down does not mean you are weak. It means you are awake.

Thank you for listening.