The Moment of Conception
Wild Child's Quest for Freedom
Lyrics
At the moment of conception
Reflecting on the beginning of life, the speaker considers the moment of conception.
I could see someone approaching
The speaker envisions someone approaching, possibly referring to the idea of a new relationship or experience.
Will you be my disco dancer?
The speaker invites someone to be their dance partner in the disco, suggesting a desire for a close connection.
I could use a little coaching
Expressing a need for guidance and support, the speaker seeks coaching in life's journey.
Will you be my secret lover?
The speaker asks someone to be a clandestine lover, hinting at a desire for a hidden, intimate relationship.
Mother, Father, Sister, Brother too
A reference to family members—Mother, Father, Sister, Brother—indicating a broader context of relationships and connections.
I was born without a conscience
The speaker describes being born without a conscience, suggesting a lack of moral guidance or awareness.
Full of freedom, full of nonsense
Reflecting on a carefree and nonsensical existence, the speaker embraces freedom.
From the mountains to the beaches
Mentions geographical diversity, possibly symbolizing a wide range of experiences and influences.
Eat the apples, steal the peaches
Metaphorically suggests indulging in pleasures or taking risks, like eating apples and stealing peaches.
Will you be this wild child's lady?
The speaker asks someone to be their partner, possibly seeking stability and companionship.
Will you carry me to safety?
The speaker requests protection and care, emphasizing vulnerability.
Lock me up & take me home
Expresses a desire to be confined or restrained, rejecting the idea of absolute freedom.
I don't want to be free
The speaker rejects complete freedom, suggesting a preference for structure or limitations.
Goin' crazy - on my own
Describes a state of emotional turmoil or instability when alone.
It's not where I want to be
Expresses discontent with the current situation or circumstances.
I behave without compassion
The speaker admits to behaving without empathy or understanding for others.
I see things I want to smash them
Expresses a destructive impulse towards things the speaker desires.
When I put our love in danger & treat you like a total stranger
Acknowledges putting love at risk and treating a loved one as a stranger, possibly due to personal issues.
I don't really want to hurt you
The speaker expresses a reluctance to harm a loved one.
I would stop it if I could do
Despite the desire to stop causing harm, the speaker feels unable to control their actions.
Blame my school & blame my parents
Attributes personal shortcomings to upbringing, schooling, and genetic inheritance.
& the genes that I inherit
Suggests blame on family and genetic factors for the speaker's behavior.
Blame it on my older sister for showing me her dirty pictures
Blames an older sister for exposing the speaker to inappropriate content.
Blame the TV & the movies
Blames external influences such as television and movies for negative behavior.
Blame the lawyers & the juries
Blames legal systems and judgments for contributing to the speaker's situation.
Lock me up & take me home
Reiterates the desire to be confined or restrained, rejecting absolute freedom.
I don't want to be free
Reiterates the rejection of complete freedom, emphasizing a need for structure.
Goin' crazy - on my own
Expresses a sense of going crazy or losing control when alone.
It's not where I want to be
Repeats dissatisfaction with the current situation or circumstances.
At the moment of conception
Reflects again on the moment of conception, bringing the song full circle.
At the moment of conception
Reiterates the reflection on the initial moment of conception, possibly emphasizing the cyclical nature of life.
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