Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues
Navigating Despair: Bryan Ferry's Odyssey through Juarez
Lyrics
When you're lost in the rain in Juarez
Describes being lost in Juarez in the rain, possibly feeling disoriented or troubled.
And it's Easter time too
Despite the Easter season, the situation remains difficult or problematic.
And your gravity fails
Suggests a sense of emotional or physical heaviness or a feeling of being weighed down.
And negativity don't pull you through
Even with a lack of positivity, it doesn't help or support the person.
Don't put on any airs
Advises against putting on a false front or pretense.
When you're down on Rue Morgue Avenue
Refers to Rue Morgue Avenue, potentially a metaphorical place, indicating a dark or unsettling area.
They got some hungry women there
Implies that in this place, there are manipulative or opportunistic women.
They really make a mess outta you
These women have a destructive impact on individuals who encounter them.
Now if you see Saint Annie
Refers to Saint Annie, possibly seeking help or assistance.
Please tell her thanks a lot
Expresses gratitude or a request for thanks to be conveyed to Saint Annie.
I cannot move
Feeling immobilized or unable to move physically or emotionally.
My fingers are all in a knot
Feeling extremely anxious or nervous.
I don't have the strength
Lacking the energy or motivation to attempt something again.
To get up and take another shot
Unwilling or unable to make another attempt or effort.
And my best friend, my doctor
A trusted person (doctor) refuses to disclose crucial information or help.
Won't even tell me what I've got
The person is unaware of their ailment or condition.
Sweet Melinda
Refers to a woman named Melinda, associated with a gloomy reputation.
The peasants call her the goddess of gloom
People regard Melinda as the embodiment of sadness or despair.
She speaks good English
Indicates Melinda's proficiency in English.
And she takes you to her room
Implies intimacy or closeness, possibly leading to a vulnerable situation.
And you're so kind
The person is cautious and doesn't rush into a relationship with Melinda.
You're careful not to go to her too soon
Avoiding becoming emotionally involved with Melinda too quickly.
And she takes your voice
Metaphorically, Melinda takes away the person's ability to communicate.
And leaves you howling at the moon
Leaves the person feeling distressed or emotionally wounded.
I started out on burgundy
Starting with a lighter drink but then transitioning to harder substances.
But soon hit the harder stuff
Progressing to more potent and possibly harmful substances.
Everybody said they'd stand behind me
Assurances of support from others during tough times.
When the game got rough
Support was absent when the situation became difficult.
But the joke was on me
The person's expectations were not met when they needed help.
There was nobody to call my bluff
There was no one to challenge or confront the person's actions or decisions.
I'm going back to New York City
Deciding to return to New York City, potentially to seek solace or familiarity.
I think I've had enough
Feeling emotionally drained and wanting to leave the current situation behind.
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