Jens Lekman's Farewell Song to Rocky Dennis
Echoes of Unanswered Questions: Jens Lekman's Reflection on Lost Connections
Lyrics
Early September and the kids start school
Beginning of September marks the start of the school year
Leaves are floating in the swimming pool
Symbolic imagery of autumn with leaves in the swimming pool
I wish I had a proper reason to cry
Expressing a desire for a genuine reason to cry
A reason not so abstract
Wishing for a reason that is tangible, not abstract
More like a broken clause in a contract
Describing the desired reason as something more concrete
All those things you're supposed to do
Reflecting on unfulfilled expectations and societal norms
I could have done them if I had you
Regretting missed opportunities that could have been accomplished with someone's presence
You could have made me a righteous citizen
Imagining a positive influence that could have led to righteousness
I could have made all those right decisions
Believing in the potential for making correct choices with guidance
But now I don't know who my friend is
Expressing uncertainty about the identity of a true friend
Can you tell me Rocky Dennis
Seeking identification with the character Rocky Dennis, possibly representing a reliable friend
Now I don't know who my friend is
Reiterating the uncertainty about friendship and seeking clarity
Can you tell me Rocky Dennis
Continuing the quest for understanding and a trustworthy friend
Mama told me I was born a lion
Recalling maternal advice about being strong and courageous
Mama told me I was born with a belly to lie on
Additional advice about having a comfortable foundation to rely on
Mama told me I was born a liar
Acknowledging a tendency towards dishonesty or self-deception
Mama told me I was born with a heart to rely on
Being born with an innate ability to trust one's own heart
But now I don't know who my friend is
Repeating the theme of uncertainty regarding friendship
Can you tell me Rocky Dennis
Reiterating the question of identifying a true friend, possibly Rocky Dennis
Now I don't know who my friend is
Continuing the expression of doubt about the authenticity of friendships
Can you tell me Rocky Dennis
Repeating the question, seeking clarity and understanding
Can you tell me, can you tell me tonight ooh ooh
Persistently asking for insight, emphasizing the need for it tonight
Ooh tonight
Repeating the urgency of seeking answers tonight
Can you tell me tonight
Reiterating the request for information tonight
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