Drugs in the Tip Jar
Temptations in Harmony: Unraveling Andy Brasher's Musical Confessions
Lyrics
I got drugs in the tip jar, and booze on my breath, a little devil on my shoulder, and big trouble.
I have substances in the tip jar, and I smell of alcohol, with a mischievous influence on my conscience and significant problems.
You can find me at the bar, with a guitar on my hip
You can find me at the bar, holding a guitar.
Nah, they don't pay me too good, so I mostly play for tips
I am not well-paid for my musical performances, mostly relying on tips for income.
I just set out a jar and tape on a sign that says drop in a little green
I've set up a jar with a sign asking for contributions in cash.
And I'll be damned if that ain't what I find, but it ain't the kind I need
People contribute, but not necessarily with the right kind of support or help.
I've got drugs in the tip jar, and booze on my breath
Reiteration of having substances in the tip jar and smelling of alcohol.
A little devil on my shoulder telling me what to do next,
A metaphorical devil on the shoulder guiding and influencing decisions.
I ain't bringing home no money, but I'll get real high tonight
I may not earn money, but I plan to get intoxicated tonight.
And I won't worry about tomorrow till I see the light
Postponing worries about the future until a later time.
Well I guess they see my long hair and figure that I'm cool
Stereotypes about the singer based on appearance and lifestyle.
Probably like to party, and probably never finished school
Recognition that some stereotypes about the singer are accurate.
And I could flip em all the finger, but instead I'll sing another song
Choosing to respond positively, singing another song instead of reacting negatively.
Cause to tell the truth, they're more right than wrong
Acknowledging the accuracy of certain assumptions made about the singer.
I've got drugs in the tip jar, and booze on my breath
Reiteration of having substances in the tip jar and smelling of alcohol.
A little devil on my shoulder telling me what to do next,
A metaphorical devil continues to influence decisions.
I ain't bringing home no money, but I'll get real high tonight
No income, but planning to get high tonight.
And I won't worry about tomorrow till I see the light
Delaying concern for the future until a later time.
I know about temptation, but it's a little worse than that
Addressing the theme of temptation, suggesting it's more severe than commonly understood.
You see, the devil takes my weakness and just drops it in my lap
The devil takes advantage of the singer's weaknesses and presents challenges.
Sometimes I ask the Lord for strength and other times forgiveness
Seeking strength and forgiveness from a higher power in times of need.
And on judgement day if there's a way, maybe you can be my witness
Considering the possibility of needing a witness on judgment day.
I've got drugs in the tip jar, and booze on my breath
Reiteration of having substances in the tip jar and smelling of alcohol.
A little devil on my shoulder telling me what to do next,
Continued influence of the metaphorical devil on decision-making.
I ain't bringing home no money, but I'll get real high tonight
No income, but planning to get high tonight.
And I won't worry about tomorrow till I see the light
Postponing worry about the future until a later time.
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