Queen of the Underworld
Revolutionary Desires: Unveiling the Queen of the Underworld's Journey
Lyrics
You say you want a revolution
You express a desire for a significant change or upheaval.
Something you can touch
You seek something tangible and real.
Like an age old contradiction
There's a reference to a timeless contradiction accompanied by themes of alcohol and lust.
With alcohol and lust
The contradiction is associated with desires for pleasure and indulgence.
And all the things you have are broken
Your possessions are damaged or dysfunctional.
And you can't go back if they've moved
Going back is impossible if things have changed.
From dysfunction to this function
A shift from dysfunction to a more functional state is mentioned.
You know I'm singing just for you
The singer emphasizes that the song is dedicated to you.
Queen of the underworld
Reference to a powerful figure, possibly someone with influence or control.
Took a ride on the tilt-a-whirl
This figure experienced a thrill or excitement, symbolized by a ride on the tilt-a-whirl.
Meanwhile another girl
Another girl is mentioned, suggesting parallel experiences or stories.
Out on the street you hear their laughter
Laughter is heard on the street, and the color of eyes changes, indicating transformation.
And pretty green eyes have turned to blue
The change in eye color from green to blue is highlighted.
Everything you've heard I've gotten
The singer claims to possess all the knowledge or experiences mentioned.
Persecution's nothing new
Persecution is acknowledged but treated as a familiar and recurrent theme.
Queen of the underworld
Reiteration of the powerful figure as the queen of the underworld.
Took awhile baby to unfurl
It took time for this figure to unfold or reveal their true self.
Meanwhile another girl
Another girl's story continues in parallel with the queen's.
Queen of the underworld
Repetition of the queen's title, emphasizing her role.
I never got an invitation
The singer never received an invitation or heard much about something.
Never heard too much
Limited information or communication is experienced.
I'm gonna make a reservation
A reservation will be made, but there's no urgency or rush.
But I'm not in a rush
The singer is not in a hurry to act.
And all across this alien nation
Issues are present across a broad and unfamiliar territory or society.
Or in a town called Resume Speed
A specific town called Resume Speed is mentioned, possibly symbolizing a fast-paced environment.
Out on the highway of perfection
A desire for freedom is expressed on the highway of perfection.
We only wanted to be free
The singer and others wanted to be free from constraints.
Queen of the underworld, etc.
Repetition of the queen's title as the song concludes.
Don't turn around
A directive not to turn around, possibly signaling a forward focus or progression.
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