Coyotes
Reflections in Moonlight: Unraveling Life's Complex Threads in Jack DeMeo's 'Coyotes'
Lyrics
Sometimes I wonder if I was built wrong
Suggests self-doubt and a feeling of not fitting in or being different.
Feel bad then I put it in song
Expresses a coping mechanism of turning negative feelings into creative expression through songwriting.
Never figure out a thing to do
Reflects on a lack of direction or purpose, struggling to find a solution to life's challenges.
Think about it 'til I get confused
Describes a tendency to overthink and become mentally overwhelmed when contemplating issues.
Maybe everybody else is cool
Suggests a contrast between the speaker's struggles and the seemingly carefree attitude of others.
Slow sipping by the swimming pool
Implies a leisurely and relaxed lifestyle of others, possibly highlighting a sense of alienation.
Making friends and business plans
Describes a social environment where connections and plans are made, contrasting with the speaker's experience.
I'm making small talk with my hands
Highlights the speaker's discomfort in social situations, possibly struggling with communication.
I was raised on a burial ground
Reveals a unique upbringing with a mention of a burial ground, possibly alluding to cultural or personal history.
Light a candle when the sun comes down
Suggests a ritualistic practice of lighting a candle, possibly for remembrance or spiritual connection.
And say a prayer for the ones outside
Encourages empathy for those facing challenges, emphasizing the fragility of life.
Always remember that could be your life if you woke up on the other side
Urges the listener to remember the vulnerability of others, emphasizing the randomness of life circumstances.
I don't wanna make my good friends mad
Expresses a desire to maintain positive relationships, avoiding conflict with close friends.
We've got so many good times in the bag
Recalls past enjoyable experiences with friends, cherishing positive memories.
Tryna be thankful for the things I have
Attempts to cultivate gratitude for the present, focusing on positive aspects of life.
Let go of memories that I can't get back
Acknowledges the difficulty of letting go of past memories, accepting the irreversible nature of certain experiences.
And you look pretty when you tell the truth
Compliments honesty, suggesting beauty in truthfulness, especially under the moonlight.
Under the moonlight on the roof
Depicts a romantic or intimate setting on the roof under the moonlight.
Your eyes cut through me like polished steel
Describes the intensity of a gaze, using the metaphor of polished steel.
My head hums like a spinning wheel
Expresses a heightened state of mental activity or anxiety, likening it to a spinning wheel.
Wish you could hear how I really feel
Expresses a desire for genuine understanding and communication.
Don't get hopeful
Cautionary advice to avoid getting too optimistic, possibly hinting at a sense of realism.
Don't get so upset
Advises against becoming overly distressed, suggesting emotional resilience.
That's the whole point
Suggests that maintaining a balanced perspective is crucial, and there is more to experience.
Ain't seen nothing yet
Encourages patience and anticipation for future experiences and challenges.
What's a molehill
Poses a philosophical question, comparing a molehill to a mountainside, perhaps addressing the relative scale of problems.
To a mountainside?
Emphasizes the insignificance of minor issues compared to larger challenges.
Tell your story
Encourages sharing personal narratives, recognizing the value of storytelling.
We've got all night
Emphasizes the abundance of time, suggesting there's no rush to tell one's story.
We've got all night
Reiterates the ample time available for sharing stories, reinforcing a sense of patience.
We've got all night
Emphasizes the limitless time for storytelling, possibly highlighting the importance of personal narratives.
Tell your story
Encourages the act of sharing personal stories, reinforcing the theme of storytelling throughout the song.
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