The Law

Unveiling Life's Codes: "The Law" by Editors
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Lyrics

What's that accent? Where are you from?

Curious inquiry about the speaker's origin and accent.

What are you drinking? How'd I get some?

Asking about the drink the speaker has and expressing a desire to have some.

Sinking my teeth into something new

Metaphorical expression of embracing something new or unfamiliar.

Doing what my maker taught me to

Acknowledging adherence to teachings or guidance from the speaker's creator.


Don't let it get heavy

Advising not to let things become burdensome or overwhelming.

You are the law

Affirmation that the listener embodies or represents the law.

Don't let it get heavy

Reiteration of the advice not to let things become burdensome.

You are the law

Reaffirmation that the listener is the embodiment of the law.

Why won't you come get me?

Questioning why the listener doesn't come to the speaker's aid.

You are the law

Repeated affirmation that the listener is the law.


I'm wired in, I'm ten feet tall

Describing a state of heightened awareness or connection, feeling empowered.

Tell me my feelings, take my call

Request for emotional insight and a plea for assistance.

Sinking my teeth into someone new

Similar to line 3, sinking into a new experience or relationship.

Be my angel, just look at you

Expressing admiration for someone, possibly the listener, as an angelic figure.


Don't let it get heavy

Reiteration of the advice not to let things become burdensome.

You are the law

Reaffirmation that the listener is the embodiment of the law.

Don't let it get heavy

Repeated advice not to let things become burdensome.

You are the law

Reaffirmation that the listener is the embodiment of the law.

Why won't you regret it?

Questioning why the listener won't feel remorse or guilt.

You are the law

Reiteration that the listener is the embodiment of the law.


The law, the law

Repetition emphasizing the listener's identity as the law.

The law, the law

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