Bitter Pill
Annie Lennox · Bare [2003]
Slidin' down my throat
Bitter pill to swallow
How it makes me choke
How the hell am I gonna find
Happiness and peace of mind
When I'm losin' all the time?
Yes... bitter
Don't you ever call me
I don't wanna see your face
Don't you dare to call me
Don't darken up this place
What the hell d'ya expect from me?
Emptiness and misery
Took it all away ya see
Yes... bitter
Ooh it means nothin' to me
Ooh you mean nothin' to me
Ooh it means nothin' to me
I paid the price
Sacrificed
Sacrificed...
Bitter pill to swallow
How can I abide
The taste of rage and anger
Burnin' me inside?
How the hell
Will it ever change?
Slowly drivin' me insane
Let me cover up this pain
Yes... bitter
When I'm feelin' low
And there's no place to go
And I'm on my knees
Fallen back down on the floor
And I've had enough
And the situation's tough
And I'm hangin' on
By my nails
Holdin' on... hopin' I won't fail
This is what reality is made of can't
You see I'm relatively twisted
Laid myself upon you
Underneath your feet
Laid myself upon you
Didn't that look sweet?
Finally the truth has come
Guess I know it all along
Nothing else I could have done
Yes ...
Bitter
Bitter
I'm bitter
So bitter
Bitter Pill
Bitter Pill stands as a defining track from Annie Lennox's 2003 solo album, Bare. The recording captures the artist's signature blend of soulful pop and introspective songwriting, showcasing her ability to convey complex emotional landscapes through powerful vocal delivery. As part of a discography that spans decades of critical acclaim, the song reflects Lennox's continued evolution beyond her work with Eurythmics. The track explores themes of resilience and acceptance, delivered with the characteristic grace and depth that have cemented her status as a major figure in contemporary music. Its inclusion on Bare highlights a period of artistic maturity, offering listeners a poignant moment within a cohesive body of work that balances personal reflection with broad musical appeal.