Lyrics
YEA! Wanna tell you a story
Expression of enthusiasm ("YEA!") and continuation of the storytelling announcement.
About a friend of mine in the pen
Further details about the friend in prison.
When the gavel fell and the lock down cell
Description of the legal proceedings and imprisonment.
This ? has its revenge
Mention of seeking revenge, possibly reflecting the friend's emotions.
I ain't taking about killing no
Clarification that the revenge doesn't involve killing.
He ain't the killing kind
Characterization of the friend as not being prone to violence.
Just big ass racks and ??
Reference to material possessions, indicating a different lifestyle before imprisonment.
Beer ? Whiskey and wine
List of indulgences - beer, whiskey, and wine - suggesting a carefree lifestyle.
AIR RAID
Introduction of the recurring theme "AIR RAID."
The city ? and the rock n roll
Association of the city, chaos, and rock 'n' roll with the AIR RAID theme.
AIR RAID
Reiteration of the AIR RAID theme.
The next day they decided
Reference to a decision made the next day, possibly related to the friend's situation.
That getting out ?
Unclear line - something about getting out.
With a big ciguar he too his guitar
Imagery of the friend with a cigar and guitar, heading towards the stage, possibly a metaphorical escape.
? his way to the stage
Unclear line - something about making his way to the stage.
?
Unspecified content in this line.
They try dragging him down
Conflict or resistance - someone trying to bring him down.
Nobody knew what he was going to do
Uncertainty about the friend's actions, creating tension.
And silence rang all around
Depiction of a silent and suspenseful moment.
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