A Mirror
Crushed Charm and Supermarket Reflections: A Mirror by Aidan Knight
Lyrics
Crushing the boys
Feeling overwhelmed or burdened by the actions or behaviors of boys.
Tying one on out back
Engaging in heavy drinking or partying in the backyard.
Flexing their charms
Displaying attractive qualities or skills, possibly in a competitive context.
In the gym
Exercising at the gym, suggesting physical fitness or self-improvement.
With the guys
Spending time with male friends.
It keeps me awake,
Feeling troubled or restless, preventing sleep.
Knowing you'll love me
Anticipating that the person being addressed will eventually love the speaker.
Someday
Expressing hope for a future romantic connection.
I'm alive
Acknowledging one's existence and vitality.
I'm alive
Reiterating the affirmation of being alive.
I'm right here
Emphasizing the current presence and proximity of the speaker.
I'm here
Reiterating the speaker's existence and availability.
Am I a clerk or a mirror?
Pondering whether the speaker is perceived as an observer or a reflection.
Whichever will do
Indicating a willingness to serve in either the role of a clerk or a mirror.
Down at the stores
Engaging in routine activities like shopping for aspirin and milk.
Picking up aspirin and milk
Describing the mundane task of purchasing essential items.
Nursing an arm
Nursing or taking care of an injured arm.
Like a bird
Using metaphorical language to describe vulnerability or fragility.
In a drawer
Comparing oneself to a bird in a drawer, possibly feeling confined or limited.
The effortless cool way
Admiring the effortless and cool demeanor of someone carrying bags.
You carry your bags
Expressing a desire for recognition while performing routine tasks.
I am stocking the shelves
Working in a store, restocking shelves as a routine job.
Hoping you'll see me in the back
Hoping to be noticed or acknowledged while working in the background.
I was alive
Realizing or recognizing one's own vitality and presence.
This whole time
Acknowledging that the speaker has been alive all along.
I was here
Reiterating the speaker's continuous presence.
I'm still here
Confirming that the speaker is still here and available.
Am I a clerk or a mirror?
Pondering whether the speaker is perceived as an observer or a reflection.
Whichever will do
Indicating a willingness to serve in either the role of a clerk or a mirror.
The tournament of stares
Describing a competitive situation involving intense gazes or looks.
Somebody's got to move
Highlighting the need for someone to take action in the tournament of stares.
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