Keep Off the Grass
Rebel Anthem: Defying Norms and Embracing Change in Backwoods Creek's 'Keep Off the Grass'
Lyrics
There used to be a time that my Momma would say
Reflecting on a time when following rules was emphasized by the speaker's mother.
Stick to the rules and you'll be okay
Encouragement to adhere to rules as a path to safety or success.
Always say please, make sure you give thanks
Emphasizing politeness and gratitude in actions.
I never wanted any part of that
Expressing a reluctance to conform to expected behaviors.
I see so many people that don’t know what they got
Observing people who are unaware of their blessings or take them for granted.
Think they’ve bought it all now they’ve got their lot
Critiquing those who believe they have everything after acquiring material wealth.
They got their perfect house with the white picket fence
Describing the conventional image of success with a perfect house and fence.
Yard as green as it gets
Highlighting a meticulously maintained, vibrant green yard.
With a sign sayin’ keep off the grass
Referencing a sign prohibiting entry onto the grass.
I say to hell with that
Rejecting the idea of conforming to such restrictions.
Ain't nobody gonna tell me when or where I can stand
Asserting independence and refusal to be dictated on where or when to stand.
I've spent my days being told what to do
Reflecting on a past of being constantly instructed and controlled.
What to wear what to say, how to think
Listing various aspects of life where external influences dictated choices.
Well I think its time for a change
Expressing a desire for a significant change in life.
I've come a long way since way back when
Noting personal growth and distance from a less enlightened past.
I couldn't see past my next weekend
Reflecting on a time when short-term pleasure overshadowed long-term goals.
I've been so many places that I don't belong
Feeling out of place in numerous situations and locations.
that's why I'm here singing this song
Reasoning for expressing these sentiments through a song.
There was a sign sayin’ keep off the grass
Reiterating the presence of a sign forbidding access to the grass.
I say to hell with that
Reaffirming the rejection of conformity to such restrictions.
Ain't nobody gonna tell me when or where I can stand
Repeated assertion of independence regarding choice of standing location.
I've spent my days being told what to do
Revisiting a history of being controlled in various aspects of life.
What to wear what to say, how to think
Reiterating external influence on personal choices and thoughts.
Well I think its time for a change
Emphasizing the need for a significant and positive change.
Yeah
A transitional line expressing agreement or approval.
When you look at me and think to yourself
Encouraging self-reflection when others observe the speaker.
Think about how you look yourself
Encouraging others to consider their own self-image and actions.
Don't be surprised if what you find
Warning that reality may differ from preconceived notions.
Ain’t what you thought was there
Suggesting potential surprises in self-discovery.
C’mon now
Inviting others to take action or engage in self-awareness.
If theres a sign sayin’ keep off the grass
Revisiting the theme of a sign prohibiting access to the grass.
Just say to hell with that
Encouraging defiance against restrictions imposed by signs.
Ain't nobody gonna tell you when or where you can stand
Reiterating the assertion of individual freedom in choosing where to stand.
Don’t spend your days being told what to do
Advising against letting others dictate one's actions and decisions.
These days are for you
Affirming that the present days are meant for individual freedom.
Theres gotta be room for change
Advocating for and acknowledging the necessity of change.
Theres gotta be room for change
Emphasizing the importance of allowing room for positive transformation.
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