Lyrics
I was at a funeral the day I realized
The speaker had an epiphany about their desire to commit to a lifelong relationship while attending a funeral.
I wanted to spend my life with you
Expresses the realization of wanting to spend their life with the person they love.
Sitting doen on the steps at the old post office
Describes the location where the speaker had this realization, sitting on the steps of an old post office.
The flag was flying at half-mast
Observation of the flag flying at half-mast, typically symbolizing mourning or loss.
And I was thinkin' 'bout how everyone is dying
Reflecting on mortality, contemplating the inevitability of death, and considering the importance of living fully.
And maybe it's time to live
Suggests a realization that it's time to embrace life rather than dwell on mortality.
I don't know where we're going
Uncertainty about the future, unsure of the direction they're headed.
I don't know what we'll do
Expresses uncertainty about future actions or plans.
Walked in to the Thrif-tee
Describes entering a store named "Thrif-tee."
Saw the man with the hollow eyes who didn't give me all the change
Encountering a person with a desolate or empty look who didn’t provide proper change, but it didn't bother the speaker this time.
But it didn't bother me this time 'cause I know I've only got this moment
Realization of the fleeting nature of life, emphasizing the importance of seizing the present moment.
I went to the gas station
Visit to a gas station.
Old woman honked her horn
An older woman honking her horn, possibly impatiently waiting for assistance.
Waiting for me to fix her car
Implies the speaker's involvement in fixing her car.
I don't know where we're going
Reiterating uncertainty about the future.
I don't know what we'll do
Reemphasizing the uncertainty regarding future plans or actions.
Laying in bed tonight I was thinking
Reflecting on thoughts while lying in bed.
And listening to all the dogs
Hearing sounds of dogs, sirens, and shots, possibly signifying the chaotic nature of the environment.
And the sirens and the shots
Continuation of the chaotic environment with alarming sounds.
And how a careful man tries
Contrasting approaches to life: a cautious person avoids risks, while a happy person embraces life.
To dodge the bullets
Metaphorical reference to avoiding life's troubles or dangers.
While a happy man takes a walk
Contrasting attitudes toward life—caution versus carefree enjoyment.
And maybe it's time to live
Reiteration of the theme: perhaps it's time to embrace life rather than be consumed by its uncertainties.
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