Rust
Rust: A Melodic Journey Through Youth, Lies, and Dreams
Lyrics
I'm not even old enough not to cry
Expresses vulnerability and youth, acknowledging the tendency to cry despite being young.
And I like rock n roll but I hate
Conflicting feelings towards rock n roll, a love-hate relationship, possibly indicating inner turmoil.
That I lie about it
Admits to lying about liking rock n roll, hinting at a desire for authenticity or inner conflict about identity.
I'm gonna rust I'm not gonna die
Suggests a fear of aging or losing vitality, choosing to "rust" but not succumb to death.
And I like rock n roll but
Reiterates the conflicted relationship with rock n roll, emphasizing the internal struggle.
Half the time I'm just
Acknowledges fatigue and sleepiness, revealing a state of exhaustion or weariness.
Tired and I'm sleepy and I'm feeling kind of sus about
Expresses suspicion or discomfort about finding a genuine connection or relationship (queen bee) in a challenging environment.
Finding a queen bee that's really one of us
Continues the theme of seeking authenticity, possibly in relationships, and feeling out of place.
Three years till retirement
References a countdown to retirement, suggesting anticipation for a change or escape from the current situation.
Get out of this town and I like rock n roll
Reiterates the conflicting feelings towards rock n roll while expressing a desire to leave the current town.
But I'm still gonna drown and it's
Despite liking rock n roll, there is an impending sense of drowning, possibly symbolizing struggle or overwhelm.
Not my fault, sometimes
Deflects blame, asserting that some things are not the individual's fault.
Not my fault, sometimes
Reiterates the idea that certain situations are beyond personal control.
All that I know is that I won't stop growing and if I happen to,
Expresses a commitment to personal growth, with a suggestion that stopping growth would lead to being misunderstood.
I guess you don't know me
Warns against making assumptions about the speaker, emphasizing that others may not truly know them.
Don't try to throw me I'm already upside down and I
Rejects attempts to destabilize or confuse the speaker, asserting resilience even when upside down (metaphorically).
Hate when it's rocky but I love when I'm rolling it's
Expresses a dislike for challenging or turbulent situations (rocky) but enjoys the excitement of progress (rolling).
Not my fault, sometimes
Reiterates the idea that certain situations are not the speaker's fault, emphasizing a sense of innocence or victimhood.
Not my fault, SOLO
Indicates a solo part in the music, suggesting a moment of individuality or separation.
One, two, three, four
A count-off in preparation for a musical segment.
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