Giving It All Away
Breaking Chains: Unraveling the Struggle for Independence in 'Giving It All Away'
Lyrics
Now you see it, see it everywhere
Observing abundance or prevalence of something everywhere.
All around the world they're giving it all away
People globally are freely giving away something.
So many faces slaving for someone
Many individuals working tirelessly for others.
If you hate your job then you're giving it all away
If you dislike your job, you're essentially losing something valuable.
And television feeds an empty mind
Television contributes to a vacant mind.
40 channels but what have we got?
Despite numerous channels, the content is lacking.
Seeing adventures can be so unkind
Watching exciting experiences can be harsh.
When it seems like you never took your shot
Regret for not taking opportunities in life.
And you were gonna write your own ticket ....
The aspiration to control one's destiny.
A&r man says he'll make us rick
An A&R (Artists and Repertoire) professional promising success.
Promises of giving so much away
Promises of significant rewards for artistic efforts.
Well promises are easy to find
Easy availability of promises.
Like selling umbrellas on a rainy day
Comparing easy promises to selling umbrellas on a rainy day.
"but what's a value here or there my friend?
Questioning the significance of values in certain situations.
Values won't keep you warm in the end
Values may not provide comfort in the long run.
Independence is all very nice
Having independence is desirable.
But bed and breakfast always comes with a price"
But enjoying comforts always comes with a cost.
And you were gonna write your own ticket ....
Reiteration of the desire for self-determination.
But those tickets aren't so easy to come by
Expressing the difficulty of obtaining opportunities.
See that man? He's working hard for it
Pointing out someone working hard for their goals.
Hates it, lonely -- he's giving it all away
Despite dislike, an individual sacrifices for something.
Got a bright new car and he's staying late for it
Acquiring material possessions through extended effort.
Cause if he don't they'll take it all away
Fear of losing possessions if not constantly maintained.
See that girl? You'd do anything for her
Depicting devotion to someone who may not reciprocate.
She's all get no give, and still you stay
A person receiving without giving in return.
And you were gonna write your own ticket ....
Reiteration of the desire for self-determination despite challenges.
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