The song has become an anthem within the "mental health rock" community.
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 lyrics describe building "walls so high" and wearing a "mask" to hide the "monsters" in the head. This facade creates further isolation, as being authentic has previously led to feeling more alone.
As of late 2020, "I'm Not Okay" is one of the band's most popular tracks, with over 35 million streams on platforms like Spotify .