Lyrics
You see them looking on with interest
You observe others looking at you with curiosity.
And someone says it's the start of a contest
Someone suggests that a competition is beginning.
They only want to be like you
They aspire to emulate or imitate you.
They only want to be like you
Reiteration of the desire of others to be like you.
They dance around and shout about it
They celebrate and express excitement about it.
Until they finally get their own bit
They persist until they have their own share or opportunity.
They only want to be like you
Continued desire to be like you.
They only want to be like you
Repeated emphasis on the desire of others to emulate you.
So you should something new, everyone stares
You are advised to introduce something new, attracting attention.
Everybody thinks that they're gonna get theirs
There is a widespread belief that everyone will receive their due.
And they cut off your hands, no one really cares
A metaphorical reference to experiencing harm or setbacks, seemingly ignored by others.
Everybody thinks that they're gonna get theirs
Reiteration of the belief that everyone will face consequences.
So tell a lie or twist the story
Suggesting deception or manipulation of the narrative.
Should someone say it's getting boring?
Raising a question about the current situation becoming uninteresting.
They only hit back at you
Others retaliate or respond negatively because they also desire to be like you.
'cause they only want to be like you
Reiteration of the motive behind the negative reactions.
But still they're looking on with interest
Despite negative reactions, others continue to observe with interest.
Waiting to see the results of this test
Awaiting the outcome or consequences of a particular test or situation.
They'll say that none of this is true
Denying the truth of the situation, but acknowledging the desire to be like you.
Oh but I know they want to be like you
Asserting knowledge of others' desire to emulate you.
So you shout something new...
Encouragement to express something new, potentially disruptive.
Ooooooooh...ska!
Expressive sound, possibly indicating a musical shift or genre influence.
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