When The Ship Goes Down
Aspirations Amidst Adversity
Lyrics
I wanna live in a better part of town
I aspire to live in an upscale neighborhood.
Over the park in a bed of garlands
In a picturesque area with decorative wreaths.
With an ivory banister I can slide down
Desiring a luxurious staircase to slide down.
And a man outside that I call Simon
Reference to a person named Simon outside.
I wanna fall asleep in a cashmere nightgown
Expressing a desire to sleep in opulence.
When the ship goes down
A wish for comfort when facing adversity.
I wanna live in a better part of town
Reiteration of the desire for an affluent living space.
Where I don't have to hide my diamonds
Where valuable possessions can be openly displayed.
The bourgeois are bubbling around,
Observing the presence of the upper class.
But they can't touch my sweet asylum
Emphasizing the security of a cherished refuge.
They'll put me on the first lifeboat out
Fear of abandonment in times of crisis.
When the ship goes down
Reiterating concern about abandonment during adversity.
When the ship goes down
Repetition for emphasis on the ship sinking.
We deserve a chauffeur in our car
Desiring a chauffeur-driven luxury car.
Black truffle loaded with caviar
Expecting extravagant culinary experiences.
White gloves to open up every door
Desiring a high-class lifestyle with attentive service.
Life is short, let's get what we came for
Encouraging seizing opportunities in life.
Ah, ah, I want more
Expressing a desire for abundance and more in life.
La, la and I'll get what I came for
A commitment to achieving personal goals.
La, la, I want more
Reiteration of the desire for more in life.
I wanna get high and never come down
Expressing a desire for a perpetual state of euphoria.
Mountains of white and music so loud
Yearning for excess and a vibrant, lively environment.
I want to die with jewels in my crown
Expressing a wish to leave a lasting legacy.
When the ship goes down
Reiteration of facing challenges with opulence.
When the ship goes down
Repetition for emphasis on facing challenges.
When the ship goes down
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