Citizen Soldier: - Im Not Okay

The song's lyrics focus on the internal conflict of suffering in silence to avoid being a "burden" to others.

The name "Citizen Soldier" symbolizes the "citizen" (the everyday person) who is also a "soldier" fighting invisible battles daily. 3. Reception and Cultural Impact

The chorus is a desperate call for someone to truly see the pain—"I am not okay, and I need you to see it"—challenging the listener to remain present even when the "monsters" are loud. 2. Band Background and "The Healer" Citizen Soldier - Im Not Okay

"I'm Not Okay" by Citizen Soldier is more than just a hard rock track; it is a raw exploration of the "invisible abuse" caused by mental illness. Released in 2020, the song serves as a focal point for the band's mission to combat mental health stigma through what they call a "group therapy dynamic".

The song has become an anthem within the "mental health rock" community. The song's lyrics focus on the internal conflict

A central theme is the wish for a "scar" or "bruise on the surface" to validate the singer's internal pain. This highlights the frustration of having a struggle that is not visible to others and is often dismissed as a "sad excuse".

Citizen Soldier’s authenticity is rooted in the life of frontman . Reception and Cultural Impact The chorus is a

Segura founded the band in 2016 while he was in a psychiatric hospital, where he wrote the lyrics for one of their first songs, "Let It Burn," on a napkin.