Dead Dogs
Crutches and Ashtrays: Unveiling the Raw Emotion in 7-11 Jesus' 'Dead Dogs'
Lyrics
My dog lost her legs
Refers to the speaker's dog losing its legs, possibly a metaphor for hardship or loss.
Now I'm counting mine
The speaker is now metaphorically counting their own difficulties or challenges.
While licking the dust
While dealing with challenges, the speaker is figuratively "licking the dust," facing reality.
Settling fine
Despite the difficulties, the speaker is settling fine or adapting to the situation.
Saw the needle go
The speaker observes a needle, possibly a drug reference, highlighting a negative aspect.
Watched her eyes close
Witnessing the consequences, the speaker sees someone's eyes closing, indicating a negative outcome.
When she's above it
The reference to being "above it" suggests a detached perspective on the situation.
Does the sky feel blue?
Rhetorical question questioning the emotions of someone in a difficult situation.
You can try your best
Encouraging effort despite challenges, a message of resilience.
But
Transition, leading into the next line.
That mother fucking
Introduces a negative element, possibly a person or influence described as a "crutch."
Crutch will be your nest
Suggests dependency on a negative influence, becoming a comfort zone or "nest."
Or an ashtray
Alternatively, the negative influence could lead to destruction, like an ashtray.
Black lung
Refers to a health issue, possibly caused by negative influences mentioned earlier.
Your heart stung
Describes emotional pain, reinforcing the theme of hardship.
Finding loose change
Symbolic representation of seeking small comforts amidst difficulties.
On the fucking rug
Underscores the challenging environment, finding small things in an undesirable place.
Where you used to sit
Reflects on a past location or state of being, emphasizing change or loss.
Waiting for it
Waiting for something in the past, possibly highlighting unfulfilled expectations.
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