Lyrics
Goin' under, rats in the cellar
Goin' under, facing difficulties or challenges
Goin' under, skin's turnin' yellow
Suffering, indicated by yellowing skin
Nose is runny, losin' my connection
Experiencing physical symptoms like a runny nose, possibly due to stress or illness
Losin' money, getting no affection
Facing financial loss and a lack of emotional support
New York City blues
Reference to feeling down or depressed in New York City
East side, West side lose
Both sides of the city are losing, suggesting a widespread struggle
Throw me in the slam
Mention of imprisonment or feeling trapped
Catch me if you can
A challenge to be caught, reflecting a rebellious or defiant attitude
Believe
An expression of belief
That you're wearing
Someone wearing or carrying something significant
Tearing me apart
A sense of being torn apart emotionally
Safe complaining, 'cause everything's rotten
Expressing discontent but choosing a safe way to complain
Go insanin', and ain't a thing forgotten
Suggesting a descent into madness with memories fading away
Feelin' cozy, rats in the cellar
Despite the chaos, there's a sense of comfort or numbness
Cheeks are rosy, skin's turning yellow
Physical deterioration with rosy cheeks and yellowing skin
Loose and soggy, lookin' mighty lazy
Describing a lethargic and lazy state
Super party, pushin up a-daisies
Engaging in a party atmosphere despite challenges, possibly a metaphorical celebration of life
New York City schools
Reference to the challenges faced in New York City schools
East side, west side lose
Continued struggles on both sides of the city
Throw me in the slam
Reiteration of feeling trapped or imprisoned
Catch me if you can
A challenge to be caught, reasserting defiance
Believe
Repetition of the expression of belief
That you're wearing
Someone wearing or carrying something significant, repeated for emphasis
Tearing me apart
Reiteration of the emotional turmoil and feeling torn apart
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