Black Lung
Silent Revelations: Unveiling Hidden Truths in 16 Horsepower's 'Black Lung'
Lyrics
Walkin' up with winkin' eyes
Observing someone approaching with a sly or mischievous expression in their eyes.
Seen that tight-lipped grin
Noticing a restrained or reserved smile on the person's face.
I could tell from a mile away
Sensing from a distance that the person is not a close relative or kin.
Boy you weren't my kin
Affirming that the person is not part of one's family or close circle.
You best put a bridle on bridle on that tongue
Advising the person to control or restrain their speech.
Save your breath for breathin' buddy
Suggesting that the person should conserve their words for essential communication.
An' run run
Encouraging the person to leave or escape quickly.
Who's that feller next to me
Questioning the identity of the person standing nearby with an ostentatious smile.
With the big house grin
Describing the person with a grandiose smile as having a big house or affluent demeanor.
Speakin' from the left hand
Indicating that the person is speaking from a position of authority or influence.
An' jumpin' out his skin
Noticing the person's excitement or nervousness, possibly implying insincerity.
Well, maybe he's my old man
Suggesting the possibility that the person could be the speaker's father.
The one with the wooden eyes
Referring to the father with a metaphorical description of wooden eyes, possibly indicating a lack of emotional expression or empathy.
You'd think after all this time
Expressing surprise that, despite the passage of time, the father has not found a better way to conceal or address his issues.
He'd find a better place to hide
Commenting on the father's continued efforts to hide or avoid facing challenges.
Cuttin' up with battin' eyes
Describing someone with flirtatious or seductive eyes.
I seen that paint on smile
Noticing a fake or insincere smile on the person's face.
Aw girl I could see you comin'
Acknowledging the approach of a girl from a long distance.
For a country mile
Advising the girl to control her speech or be cautious with her words.
You bes' put a bridle on bridle on that tongue
Reiterating the advice to restrain speech and save energy for essential communication.
Save your breath for breathin' girl
Encouraging the girl to conserve her breath for important matters.
I'm talkin' from black lungs
Indicating that the speaker is expressing these sentiments despite having "black lungs," possibly implying a compromised or weary state.
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