Lyrics
When all you have's a hammer
Having only one tool, a hammer, as a metaphor for limited resources or perspective.
All you see is nails
With a limited tool (hammer), one tends to perceive everything as a problem (nails).
When all you have's a hammer
Reiteration of having only a hammer, emphasizing the theme of limited options.
And when all else fails
When all else fails, suggesting that the hammer is the last resort or a default choice.
Hit the nails!
An urging expression to take action using the available tool, the hammer.
When all you have's a buzz-saw
Introducing a buzz-saw as a new tool, symbolizing a different approach or resource.
All you see is wood
With a buzz-saw, the perspective is shifted to focus on cutting through obstacles (wood).
When all you have's a buzz-saw
Reiterating the presence of a buzz-saw and expressing a desire to use it.
You just wish you could
Expressing a wish or intent to apply the buzz-saw as a solution to a problem.
Yeah, you would!
Emphasizing the determination to utilize the buzz-saw if given the opportunity.
When all you have's a lighter
Introducing a lighter as a new tool, symbolizing another approach or resource.
All you see's a fuse
With a lighter, the focus is on perceiving a potential problem (fuse).
And when you see it burning
Observing the burning fuse, indicating a situation where action is already in progress.
You ain't got nothing to lose!
Suggesting that with a burning fuse, there is nothing to lose, possibly encouraging bold actions.
When all you have's a shovel
Introducing a shovel as a tool, symbolizing yet another approach or resource.
All you see is graves
Focusing on the perspective of digging graves with the shovel.
When all you have's a shovel
Reiterating the presence of a shovel and its association with digging graves.
In hollow pits they will be saved
Suggesting that in hollow pits, whatever is buried with the shovel will be saved.
Light the fuse!
Urging to take action by lighting the fuse, possibly indicating a sense of urgency or impending change.
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