3 Speed

Ride Through Life's Mysteries: Eels' 3 Speed Revelations
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Lyrics

Got a 3 speed and banana seat

Expressing possession of a bicycle with three speeds and a banana seat.

Sitting back on the sissy bar

Relaxing on the sissy bar (a backrest on a bicycle).

Went to Sev and got a drink

Visited a convenience store ("Sev") to buy a drink.

Wish I was driving in Daddy's car

Expressing a desire to be driving in the speaker's father's car, suggesting a longing for familiarity or comfort.


And I looked up at the sky last night

Reflecting on a previous night, observing the sky and perceiving something alarming or threatening (a bomb).

And I thought I saw a bomb

Questioning the reason behind a perceived threat and seeking clarity.

And why won't you just tell me what's going on?

Expressing frustration or confusion and a desire for someone to communicate openly about the situation.


Riding down on Springhill Road

Traveling down Springhill Road.

Meeting Alfred out in the woods

Meeting someone named Alfred in a wooded area.

Dogs bark and mosquito's bite

Describing the surroundings with barking dogs and mosquito bites.

Scratching the itch that makes it feel good

Engaging in activities that provide pleasure or satisfaction.


And I looked at into the Marriott last night

Recalling a night at the Marriott and noticing a pretty blonde.

All I saw was a pretty blonde

Questioning the lack of information or transparency about the current situation.

And why won't you tell me what's going on?

Reiterating the desire for clarity and understanding.


Life is funny

Commenting on the ironic and unpredictable nature of life.

But not ha ha funny

Qualifying the humor as not comical in a traditional sense but rather peculiar.

Peculiar I guess

Expressing a sense of confusion or disarray despite appearances suggesting otherwise.

You think I got it all going my way

Pondering the contradiction between outward success and internal struggles.

Then why am I such a fucking mess?

Expressing a sense of personal turmoil despite external perceptions.


Want a pony and a birthday cake

Expressing desires for simple pleasures like a pony and a birthday cake.

Want a party with a scary clown

Desiring a celebration with unconventional elements like a scary clown.

Kneel down and bow to the princess

Symbolizing submission or respect to a princess figure.

Kneel down for the queen of the town

Extending the symbolism to bowing for the queen of the town.


And I looked up at the sky last night

Repeating the experience of looking at the sky and perceiving a potential threat (bomb).

And I thought I saw a bomb

Reiterating the question about the mysterious situation and seeking an explanation.

And why won't you tell me what's going on?

Expressing the desire for someone to reveal the truth or provide information about the ongoing events.

Tell me what's going on

Repeating the plea for understanding and insight into the current circumstances.

The lyrics of this song contain explicit content.
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