Folk Singer
Journey Through Love's Labyrinth: Brendan Benson's Folk Singer
Lyrics
Like a folk singer's song I'm moving on
Expressing a sense of departure or moving forward, akin to the progression in a folk singer's song.
And I'm not the kind of man that acts very strong
Highlighting a lack of emotional fortitude, suggesting vulnerability in contrast to a strong facade.
When the girls are looking on
Acknowledging a self-conscious awareness of others, particularly girls, observing one's actions or demeanor.
When the girls are looking on
Reiteration of the impact of others, emphasizing the scrutiny of girls in the speaker's life.
If you tied my hands and put chains on my feet
Imagining the ability to move freely despite external constraints, suggesting a sense of inner resilience.
I can picture myself walking down any street
Envisioning a confident and unrestrained demeanor while interacting with people on the street.
Telling people that I meet
Expressing a desire to share one's perspective with those encountered on the journey.
Looks like rain to me
Using weather metaphors, possibly symbolizing a negative outlook or challenging circumstances.
Every single day at eleven I'm home in bed in sleep heaven
Establishing a routine of returning home by eleven, possibly reflecting a solitary and predictable lifestyle.
Alone 'cause my girl leaves at seven ain't got time for my bedn'in
Describing loneliness due to a partner leaving early, indicating a lack of time for shared experiences.
She said stop pretendin' you're not JOhn Lennon
Addressing a potential identity crisis, with a reference to John Lennon and a call to authenticity.
Will I ever get over this
Pondering the difficulty of moving on from a past romantic connection, expressed through the metaphor of tasting lips.
Having tasted your lips with a kiss
Reflecting on a significant romantic encounter and the lingering impact of the experience.
You can cross me off your list
Accepting the end of a relationship, suggesting a desire to be freed from emotional constraints.
Take these cuffs from off my wrists
Symbolically seeking liberation from emotional burdens, perhaps represented by metaphorical handcuffs.
And drop your fists
Encouraging a peaceful resolution and letting go of conflict, represented by dropping fists.
Soon as I'm well I'm gonna leave my house
Anticipating a future departure from the current living situation, aspiring to personal growth.
Become more of a man and less like a mouse
Expressing a desire for personal development and a departure from a timid or submissive demeanor.
Drive my car down south to the Mississippi's mouth
Planning a journey to the southern United States, specifically to the mouth of the Mississippi River.
In the gulf of Mexico I'll get soused
Intending to indulge in revelry or intoxication in the Gulf of Mexico.
Every girl I made in the shade of Esplanade
Referring to past romantic conquests, potentially in a specific location called Esplanade.
I've saved in a song that I play when I'm afraid
Preserving memories of past relationships through a song, serving as a coping mechanism for fear.
Of a full scale air-raid
Alluding to a fear of a significant and disruptive event, such as a war or conflict.
From the choices that I've made
Reflecting on consequences arising from personal choices, possibly involving relationships or life decisions.
When I heard the news about the union dues
Reacting to news about union dues, potentially highlighting financial or economic concerns.
And how each time I lose no matter which door I choose
Expressing a sense of inevitability and resignation in facing challenges, regardless of the chosen path.
I put on my walking shows
Putting on a facade of confidence, represented by walking shoes, in response to challenges.
And I just cruised (and you know I got bruised)
Describing a carefree attitude, cruising through life, but acknowledging the inevitability of challenges.
It was fun while it lasted until it was blasted
Recalling a past enjoyable experience that was abruptly disrupted and transformed into something fantastic.
Right out of the water and into fantastic
Conveying a sense of disillusionment and unexpected change, possibly due to external factors.
Now he feels shafted and she's already past it
Describing a feeling of betrayal or disappointment, with a play on words involving "shafted" and "elastic."
She's like elastic and he's so spastic
Portraying contrasting characteristics of individuals, with one being flexible (elastic) and the other awkward (spastic).
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