Lyrics
Have you seen that moon-faced kid?
Refers to a young person with a moon-like face.
That burned out hill hangs right above his head
Describes a burnt-out hill hanging above the person's head, possibly symbolizing a burden or hardship.
It's so hard not to be crushed
Expresses the difficulty of avoiding being emotionally crushed.
When you're praying for too much
Reflects on the challenge of hoping for too much in prayers.
And the stars refuse to shine for you
Suggests a feeling of rejection when even the stars do not shine for the person.
They do it just to spy
Suggests a sense of paranoia, imagining stars spying on the individual.
Well they know you're trying to hard
Indicates that the person is perceived as trying too hard.
Hoping for a little more than just another kiss goodnight
Expresses a desire for more than just a routine goodnight kiss.
Your face is full and paved with lines
Describes physical features, emphasizing aging and life's toll.
Your hair is receding fast and so is your mind
Highlights the decline in physical and mental well-being.
And I'm lazy, I won't budge
Admits to laziness and unwillingness to change.
Because you're praying way too much
Warns against excessive prayer or hope.
And don't take that pill
Advises against taking a certain pill, possibly cautioning against seeking easy solutions.
Your head will swell
Forewarns that taking the pill might lead to negative consequences.
You'll only be king once
Suggests a singular opportunity to be "king" or successful.
Just once,
Reiterates the rarity of the opportunity.
You'll only be king
Emphasizes the uniqueness of the chance to be "king."
Smile, please smile
Encourages the person to smile, expressing a desire for happiness.
I just want you happy
Expresses a sincere wish for the person's happiness.
Smile, please smile
Reiterates the request for a smile and happiness.
I just want you happy
-And the stars refuse to shine for you
Repeats the earlier sentiment of stars refusing to shine for the person.
They do it just to spy
Reiterates the idea of stars spying on the person.
Well they know you're trying to hard
Repeats the perception that the person is trying too hard.
Smile, please smile
Reiterates the request for a smile and happiness.
I just want you happy
Reiterates the sincere wish for the person's happiness.
Smile, please smile
Reiterates the request for a smile and happiness.
I just want you happy
-I just want you happy
Emphasizes the desire for the person's happiness.
I just want you happy
Repeats the strong desire for the person's happiness.
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