I've decided that I believe SOAD (System of a Down) is using this song to give someone the perspective of a veteran of Hollywood. Through this view they warn people of the deception of Hollywood, the way that so many people go there looking for the "Big Dream" of making, living the life bigger than life itself, only to fail and never find it. Even those who do succeed are changed and don't get their wishes granted in the way that they want, find Hollywood to be nothing like the dream or paradise they really imagined. This is what I've gained through listening to the song, but would love to hear what anyone else has to think or say about it. I hope that my posting is working, and will be checking that very soon, thanks!
-EB
Great analysis of the song! I really think that is what the song is trying to depict as well to its audience. I like how you even turned the people who "do make it" in Hollywood as people who are unhappy and have changed for the worse. Keep it up.
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