Lyrics
I’d walk over a highway mile just to get to you
Expresses a willingness to go a significant distance (symbolized by a highway mile) to reach someone, indicating strong feelings or commitment.
There’s no sidewalks or firesides here in this neighborhood
Describes the absence of conventional comforts like sidewalks or firesides in the current surroundings, suggesting a less-than-ideal or challenging environment.
My sister my brother
Mentions family connections with "my sister my brother," possibly reflecting on relationships and support from siblings.
I think I want another
Expresses a desire for something more, possibly in the context of relationships or experiences.
When all you really do is talk and pout,
Criticizes someone for excessive talking and complaining ("talk and pout"), highlighting the need for more meaningful communication or action.
That’s why I’m talking about having heart, babe
Emphasizes the importance of having a genuine and sincere heart in contrast to superficial behavior.
How long can this life of fear just carry on
Questions the sustainability of living in fear and implies a desire for change or resolution in a situation marked by anxiety.
I’m taking all my beatings in Italian restaurants
Describes enduring hardships or challenges, metaphorically represented as "taking beatings," within the context of Italian restaurants.
Guardian Angel
Introduces the concept of a guardian angel, suggesting a source of protection or guidance.
Japanese Sailor
References a "Japanese Sailor," possibly adding an exotic or mysterious element to the narrative.
I think you really do talk too much
Criticizes someone for excessive talking, implying it as a negative trait that the speaker wishes to avoid.
That’s why I’m leaving the conversation
Announces the speaker's decision to exit a conversation, possibly due to frustration or a desire for a more meaningful interaction.
Highway Mile
Reiterates the importance of the highway mile, suggesting a journey or effort that holds significance in reaching a goal or person.
Made a deal in heaven for my privacy
Describes making a heavenly deal for privacy, hinting at a negotiation or arrangement for personal space or freedom.
Great escape from the tapes with no hint of my misery
Refers to an escape from surveillance or scrutiny, emphasizing the relief from the exposure of personal struggles ("misery").
Golden Californian
Describes someone as "Golden Californian," possibly alluding to a person or an ideal associated with wealth or success in California.
TV with no volume
Mentions a TV with no volume, possibly symbolizing a lack of meaningful communication or connection in the speaker's environment.
And if I overstayed my welcome by law
Ponders the consequences of potentially overstaying a welcome, introducing a legal or contractual dimension to the narrative.
That deal in heaven’s gonna cover that clause
Suggests that the heavenly deal includes a provision to cover potential violations or overstays ("clause").
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