That sinking feeling... that's when the lyrics "Only Know You Been High" truly resonate. It's a stark musical truth often explored in genres like blues, hip-hop, and even melancholic pop. This phrase speaks to a painful realization: the artificial highs that momentarily masked the underlying sadness are now gone, leaving only the amplified echo of emptiness.

Think about songs where the artist reflects on past indulgences – substances, fleeting relationships, chasing unattainable dreams. The 'high' isn't just about intoxication; it represents any form of escape. The lyrics express the harsh truth that these escapes, while providing temporary relief, ultimately deepen the chasm of low feelings. It's a poignant commentary on dependency and the cycle of seeking solace in superficial highs, only to crash harder when reality sets in. The beauty (and often the tragedy) lies in the raw honesty of acknowledging this painful cycle through music.