Lyrics
Right This Time
Expression of determination or affirmation to rectify something
My sister, think I see it funny when you cry
Observation of finding humor or irony in the sister’s tears
Cause I don’t know what to say
Feeling of helplessness in not knowing how to provide comfort or support
When you need a god on high
Sense of reliance or search for guidance from a higher power
Decades gone of cat and mouse
Extended period of playful pursuit or evasion, possibly in a relationship
Have got you by the tail
Feeling trapped or controlled by circumstances
And you want to blow out the flame, and maybe you will
Desire to extinguish a situation or relationship, uncertain if it will happen
But I see right in front of you, down that road
Recognition of a potential positive outcome or path for the sister
there’s someone waiting for you
Assurance that there’s someone awaiting her on that path
My sister, you kick and you scream
Noting the sister’s resistance and vocal opposition
But what I want for you
Expressing a personal wish for the sister’s freedom
Is a place where you can roam and run
Desire for her to find a place of liberty and movement
Men with flowers in their hands
Imagery of men offering gestures of kindness or love
The world is pulling for you, it really is
Assurance that the world supports her, despite her beliefs
Still you think you’ve let them down
Sense of self-perceived failure despite external encouragement
But you can choose if you want to wear
Metaphorical choice between vulnerability or power
The scalpel or the crown
Possibility of choosing between vulnerability (scalpel) or strength (crown)
What do you say? Maybe try again
Suggestion of giving another attempt or chance
Cause I see right in front of you, down that road
Reiteration of the positive outcome awaiting her
there’s someone waiting for you
Confirmation of someone anticipating her arrival on that path
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