Lyrics
Wrap me up in goodbyes
Expressing a desire to be wrapped up in farewells or goodbyes.
Old Sargasso sky
Referring to a sky reminiscent of the Sargasso Sea, possibly symbolizing a complex or tangled situation.
'Cause I'm about to take flight
Anticipating taking flight, suggesting a departure or change in life.
Please don't ask me why
Preferring not to explain the reasons behind the impending departure.
And if the devil wants me
Addressing the devil, implying a defiance or resistance to negative influences.
Tell him I got high
Informing the devil of being in a heightened state due to intoxication.
'Cause life is what you make it
Philosophizing about life, emphasizing individual responsibility in shaping one's own experiences.
You got yours and I got mine
Acknowledging individual differences and possessions.
When the end comes my way
Ruminating on the approach of the end and contemplating prayer.
Will I drop to my knees and pray?
Pondering a humble reaction of dropping to one's knees and praying at the end.
And if my parents ask you
Addressing the potential concern of parents and assuring them of well-being.
Tell them I'll be okay
Assuring parents of personal well-being despite uncertainties.
And now the robots have made the rounds
Describing the influence of technology (robots) on society.
Sand dunes fill up all our towns
Depicting a changing landscape with sand dunes replacing traditional structures.
Foxes howl and the creepers prowl around
Depicting a desolate and eerie atmosphere with references to foxes and creepers.
The peeling wet bricks of London town
Describing the deteriorating state of London with peeling wet bricks.
Foxes howl and the way men cower
Highlighting fear and vulnerability in people (way men cower) amid the chaos.
Won't you find a way for me somehow?
Seeking a solution or escape from the challenging situation.
So let's get dirt on an Oxford shirt
Suggesting engaging in risky behavior ("dirt on an Oxford shirt") for distraction.
Throw a party so we won't get hurt
Advocating for celebrating and enjoying life despite potential harm.
See you frown through your evening gown
Observing a negative emotion (frown) through formal attire (evening gown).
When I fall from the wagon
Describing a fall or failure and the emotional impact on the individual.
Twisted frown from the businessmen
Depicting disapproval or disappointment from business-oriented individuals.
Won't you find a way from me somehow?
Expressing a need for support or assistance in difficult times.
When I fall from the wagon
Reiterating the theme of falling and seeking refuge from business-related pressures.
Hiding from the businessmen
Emphasizing the act of hiding or escaping from the influence of businessmen.
Won't you find a way from me somehow?
Expressing the desire for a solution or support in evading business-related challenges.
I tried to make a call to heaven
Attempting to connect with a higher power (heaven) through communication.
Phone lines cut back in '97
Referencing a specific time period (1997) and a lack of communication (phone lines cut).
Radio silence all the way down
Highlighting a lack of communication or response from higher powers.
The robots make all the paper rounds
Attributing the distribution of information to technology (robots making paper rounds).
And all the kids have left the towns
Noting the departure of younger generations from towns.
Foxes howl and the preachers bow down
Depicting a scene of fear and submission with references to foxes and preachers.
When I fall from the wagon
Reiterating the theme of falling and the emotional impact from businessmen.
Twisted frown from the businessmen
Describing disapproval or negativity from business-related figures.
Won't you find a way from me somehow?
Expressing the need for assistance or support in challenging times.
When I fall from the wagon
Reiterating the act of falling and seeking refuge from the influence of businessmen.
Hiding from the businessmen
Emphasizing the act of hiding or escaping from business-related pressures.
Won't you find a way from me somehow?
Expressing the need for a solution or support in evading business-related challenges.
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