Until the Heat Leaves Town
Invisible Redemption: Escaping Shadows in 'Until the Heat Leaves Town'
Lyrics
They shot out my front window
His front window was shot out, indicating a violent or threatening situation.
I know what they were looking for
The reason behind the violent act is understood by the speaker.
So I ran down Avenue B
The speaker fled down Avenue B, likely seeking safety or refuge.
until I came to your front door
The speaker seeks shelter or protection at someone else's place.
I can find a box to sleep in
Expressing a need for a simple place to rest.
I just need to lay down
Desire to rest or sleep.
and I'll stay here in the kitchen
Willing to stay in the less private space of the kitchen for safety.
Until the heat leaves town
Staying put until the threatening situation subsides.
They don't know my real name
The speaker is operating under an alias or hidden identity.
Or the place where I come from
His true identity and origin are concealed.
It's a long long way from Riceville
Comparing his past location to the current dire situation.
to this dirty slum
The current environment is markedly different and challenging.
If Brother Davis were here
A person, Brother Davis, who could guide or help in this situation is absent.
He sure could show me how
Wishing for guidance or support to face difficulties.
To beat the devil into glory
A desire to overcome adversities despite feeling overwhelmed.
Until the heat leaves town
Enduring the difficult times until the threat dissipates.
Can you lend me 3 or 4 dollars
Requesting a small amount of money temporarily.
until I get straight again
Seeking a secure place to stay hidden for a short period.
I might need a safe place to hide
Asking for no probing inquiries regarding the current circumstances.
for a day or two my friend
There are details the speaker prefers not to disclose.
Don't ask me any questions
Opting to remain unaware of certain things temporarily.
About what is going down
Dealing with the situation in a way that avoids unnecessary knowledge.
There are some things better not to know
Temporary ignorance regarding certain aspects for self-preservation.
Until the heat leaves town
Enduring the challenging situation until it passes.
I had a picture of my mother
The speaker possessed a photo of their mother and memories of their father.
And a memory of my dad
Personal belongings that hold sentimental value.
I had only left the army
The speaker recently left the military, potentially with emotional distress.
I was crazy and mad
Describing a state of mental turmoil or instability.
I met a singing preacher
Encountering someone influential or inspiring.
with the spirit in his sound
The preacher impacted the speaker positively.
He showed me how to be invisible
Learning to stay hidden or unnoticed from negative forces.
Until the heat leaves town
Enduring until the threatening situation subsides.
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