Lyrics
hey mr wilson im glad to shake your hand
Expressing happiness about shaking hands with Mr. Wilson.
its nice to see you too
Politely acknowledging Mr. Wilson's presence and expressing mutual pleasure in seeing each other.
and yes i understand
Acknowledging understanding of a situation or conversation with Mr. Wilson.
that im not to take it personal
Acknowledging that personal feelings should not be taken to heart.
although we look like people
Reflecting on the shared humanity despite outward differences.
and it could be my son on the chopping block
Imagining a distressing scenario involving someone close, but maintaining emotional distance.
but im sure hell understand
Expressing confidence that the imagined person (son) would understand the situation.
youre at the table
Observing Mr. Wilson's presence at a table, possibly a metaphorical or symbolic setting.
and you seem nice enough
Noting Mr. Wilson's apparent niceness but expressing uncertainty about his authenticity.
i just cant figure are you for real or not
Expressing confusion about Mr. Wilson's true nature or intentions.
and im not to take it personal
Reiterating the advice not to take things personally despite the shared appearance as people.
although we look like people
Reflecting on shared humanity despite potential differences.
and it could be my wife on the chopping block
Imagining another distressing scenario involving a loved one (wife) but maintaining emotional distance.
but im sure shell understand
Expressing confidence that the imagined person (wife) would understand the situation.
and im not to take you personal
Reiterating the advice not to take Mr. Wilson personally despite shared humanity.
although we look like people
Reflecting on shared humanity despite potential differences.
and it could be my head on the chopping block
Imagining a distressing scenario involving oneself (head) but maintaining emotional distance.
but im sure ill understand
Expressing confidence in understanding a challenging situation personally.
im sure well understand
Expressing mutual understanding in a broader sense.
no we dont understand
Denying understanding, suggesting a lack of clarity or confusion.
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