what is achilles come down about

"Achilles Come Down" is a song by the Australian indie-rock band Gang of Youths. The song is a story of redemption, written through the metaphor of mythical hero Achilles. The lead vocalist of the band, David Leaupepe, pays tribute to Homers The Iliad and Achilles tragic story, introducing a fictional scenario where the Greek hero is about to take his own life. The songs lyrics describe Achilles standing on a rooftop, contemplating suicide, and the chorus pleads with him to come down. The song connects the story of Achilles with Leaupepes personal life, and the character of Achilles is used to explore themes of mental health and the struggle to overcome personal demons. The songs emotional depth and powerful lyrics have resonated with many listeners, and it has been described as a hidden masterpiece.