Pass The Baby
Unveiling the Dark Dance of Industry in Jimmy Eat World's 'Pass The Baby'
Lyrics
The best decision made
The singer believes that allowing them to take the stage was the best decision.
Was let me take the stage
Expresses the singer's desire to have control and authority on stage.
Do what I say exactly
Emphasizes the importance of precise execution of the singer's instructions.
Remember you called me
Refers to a moment when someone acknowledges the singer's authority by calling them.
There's something we can count on
Suggests the reliability or predictability of a certain aspect in the singer's life.
These boys like swinging low
Describes a group of individuals who prefer taking risks or living on the edge.
If it gets too ugly
If the situation becomes difficult or unpleasant, the singer implies a willingness to confront it.
Well, that's our industry
Acknowledges that challenges and difficulties are inherent in the singer's industry.
We feed and feed
Suggests a continuous cycle of consumption or demand within the singer's profession.
You pass the baby here
The singer instructs someone to pass the baby, possibly metaphorical, referring to a responsibility or challenge.
No, they won't shoot you pass the baby here
Assures that passing the responsibility won't result in harm or negative consequences.
There's always something happening
Highlights the constant occurrence of events but suggests the singer has a limited say in them.
But not for us to say
Suggests that the singer is not allowed to express their opinion or have influence on certain matters.
What we'll let them hear is candy they can't eat
Refers to information or statements presented as attractive but ultimately unattainable or unsatisfying.
The amateurs keep typing
References inexperienced individuals who continue to contribute without significant impact.
The numbers keep changing
Indicates a continuous fluctuation or lack of stability in numerical data.
It's almost too easy
Suggests that success or achievement in the singer's context comes effortlessly.
The pictures frame themselves
Suggests that certain images or situations naturally present themselves in the singer's world.
Pass
The singer commands the action of passing something.
You pass the baby here
Reassures that passing whatever is mentioned won't lead to harm or negative consequences.
No, they won't shoot you pass the baby here
Repetition of the instruction to pass, emphasizing its importance or urgency.
Pass the baby here
Repeats the command to pass, potentially indicating the persistence of the situation.
No, they won't shoot you pass the baby here
Reiterates the safety in passing, emphasizing the lack of harm in doing so.
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