Lord Strike Me Dead
Searching for Redemption: Blackberry Smoke's Cry for Sanity in 'Lord Strike Me Dead'
Lyrics
Everybody stumblin' 'round in the dark 'cause the lights're too dim to see
Expressing a sense of confusion and difficulty navigating life due to inadequate clarity or understanding.
Everybody's got an axe to grind and they call it "Bein' free"
Highlighting the idea that people often carry grievances and grievances are labeled as a form of freedom.
Everybody with their skin so thin, lookin' out for Number One
Observing a general tendency for individuals to be sensitive or easily offended, prioritizing their own interests.
Nobody wants to be left holdin' the bag when it's all done
Concern about avoiding responsibility or being left to deal with the consequences.
There ain't much left to say, I can't stand it anymore
Expressing frustration and a feeling of helplessness, reaching a point where further communication seems futile.
(Lord, Lord) These children have gone crazy
Describing a perception that the younger generation is behaving irrationally or recklessly.
(Lord, Lord) Please come down and save me
Pleading for divine intervention or guidance in the face of chaos and confusion.
(Lord, Lord) You got to believe me
Emphasizing the sincerity of the plea, urging others to trust in the speaker's words.
(Lord, Lord) Lord, strike me dead
A dramatic expression requesting a drastic consequence, possibly reflecting the severity of the situation.
Everybody wants to blame somebody for the sorry shape they're in
Pointing out a tendency in society to assign blame rather than taking personal responsibility for problems.
Everybody ought to take a step back, see where it all begins
Suggesting a need for reflection and understanding of the root causes of problems.
Nobody is listenin', they're all spittin' in the wind
Expressing a perception that people are not paying attention and are futilely expressing their opinions.
Somebody please cover my eyes, tell me, When's it gonna end?
Expressing a desire to shield oneself from witnessing or experiencing the negative aspects of the world.
Take me outta here, I can't stand it anymore
Reiterating a strong aversion to the current state of affairs and a desire to escape.
(Lord, Lord) These children have gone crazy
Repeating the observation of the perceived irrational behavior of the younger generation.
(Lord, Lord) Please come down and save me
Reiterating the plea for divine intervention, underlining the urgency of the situation.
(Lord, Lord) You got to believe me
Reiterating the call for trust and belief in the speaker's sincerity.
(Lord, Lord) Lord, strike me dead
Reiterating the dramatic plea for a severe consequence in the face of perceived chaos.
(Lord, Lord) These children have gone crazy
Continuing the observation of perceived irrational behavior in the younger generation.
(Lord, Lord) Please come down and save me
Repeating the plea for divine intervention, emphasizing the need for salvation.
(Lord, Lord) You got to believe me
Reiterating the importance of trust and belief in the speaker's message.
(Lord, Lord) Lord, strike me dead
Concluding with a repetition of the dramatic plea for a drastic consequence in the face of chaos.
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