Last Call
Goth Town's Demise: A Tale of Rebellion and Reality
Lyrics
This neighborhood has crashed and
This neighborhood has experienced a significant decline.
burned, I brought death to them all
The speaker claims responsibility for causing death and destruction in the area.
through a home-made hurricane
The destruction was caused by a self-made force likened to a hurricane.
Armed with scissors, fire and booze,
Armed with scissors, fire, and alcohol, the speaker cleansed the town, leaving a chaotic aftermath.
I wiped this goth town clean, and left
The speaker eradicated the gothic elements from the town, leaving behind a mix of mascara and blood.
a pool of mascara and blood
The aftermath of the speaker's actions is described, emphasizing the destructive impact.
Little miss evil, didn't someone tell
Referring to a character as "little miss evil" and questioning their focus on a dark lifestyle.
you life is more than just bats and
Advising that life involves more than dark symbols like bats and graveyards.
graveyards, you dream of Marilyn,
Suggesting that the character dreams of emulating Marilyn Monroe.
but just like Cave In said,
Quoting a band, Cave In, to emphasize the impending reality check.
"the reality check is in the mail"
Highlighting the harsh truth that challenges the character's illusions.
Last call, first wave, they should have
Referring to a critical moment, "last call," suggesting it's the final opportunity for realization.
told you, they should have called you,
Suggesting that the individual should have been warned or informed about their situation.
everything is up for sale now
Expressing that everything, including values, is now available for sale.
Reality is a bitter pill you swallow to
Stating that facing reality is a challenging but necessary part of growing up.
grow up, I guess by now
Implying that the character should have recognized this bitter reality by now.
you should have known
Suggesting a realization that everyone has been deceived or mistreated.
you've all been fucked
Expressing a sense of betrayal or disappointment with the situation.
These so-called freaks are signing
Observing that unconventional individuals are achieving financial success.
multi-million dollar deals, bats and
Noting the commercialization of dark symbols like bats and graveyards.
graveyards are obviously up for sale
Commenting on the apparent commodification of gothic elements.
So never mind the fact that you are
Disregarding the haunting past, given the tangible success some have achieved.
haunted 'cause all of your ghosts have
Reflecting on the idea that the ghosts of the past now have material possessions.
sneaker brands and cribs in the hill
Connecting the haunting with materialism, referencing expensive brands and residences.
I guess your checks have bounced,
Suggesting financial difficulties through bounced checks.
still you sing along,
Despite financial troubles, the character continues to sing along, perhaps finding solace in shared misery.
well misery loves company
Highlighting the theme that misery loves company, reinforcing the idea of shared struggles.
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