Elsewhere
Navigating Life's Labyrinth: Cautious Clay's 'Elsewhere' Anthem
Lyrics
Ohhhhhh ohhhh ohhh (x4)
The repetition of "Ohhhhhh ohhhh ohhh" sets a contemplative or emotional tone.
She didn't come this far
Expresses that someone has overcome challenges or obstacles to reach a certain point.
to go elsewhere
Suggests a commitment to the current path and not settling for alternatives.
an fuck if I care
An indifference to others' opinions or judgments about the chosen path.
Cus we don't ever play fair
Indicates a willingness to play by one's own rules without adherence to conventional standards.
I made a mess thus far
Admits to making mistakes in the past but with time to correct them.
With time to spare
Despite the mess, there is time available to rectify or improve the situation.
But fuck if they care
Expresses a lack of concern for others' opinions about the mess created.
In a stone cold stair
Describes a situation or atmosphere characterized by indifference or lack of emotion.
You acting like you been washed out
Observation of someone acting as if they have been defeated or worn out.
Ya traveling the safe route
Choosing a safe and predictable path instead of taking risks.
Level headed like a scape goat
Being rational and reasonable in a manner similar to a scapegoat.
Chorus:
Chorus: Describes a challenging situation with financial struggles and the resolve to persevere despite societal expectations and judgments.
3 credit cards 2 jobs
-An no health care
-Fuck what they say
-They living in fear
-Expectations
-Set high
-The move was clear
-So fuck what they say
-Yeah I'm still here
-Pour out a glass
Symbolic act of celebrating achievements with peers despite challenges.
1 toast
-to all my peers
-Fuck ya fake friends
Expresses a disregard for insincere friends and the commitment to a cause, even if it creates ambiguity.
They trying to make ends
-(She) down for the cause
-No time to set things clear
-That's the minute I know
Recognition of control or influence over a situation.
We in Con-trol
-But you acting like
Reiteration of someone appearing defeated despite being in control, and the tendency to choose a safe path.
we were washed out
-Ya traveling the safe route
-Level headed Like a scape goat
-Chorus:
Chorus (repeated): Reinforces the theme of resilience and determination in the face of challenges.
3 credit cards 2 jobs
-(An no) health care
-Fuck what hey say
-they living in fear
-Expectations
-Set high
-My move was clear
-So fuck what they say
-and yeah I'm still here
-Ohhhhhh ohhhh ohhh (x4)
Repetition of the opening, possibly to emphasize the overarching theme or sentiment.
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