Midnight at the Oasis
Midnight Revelations: Desert Nights and Drunken Tales
Lyrics
It's midnight at the oasis
Setting the scene: It's nighttime in a desert-like location, possibly metaphorical, with a sense of mystique.
We got some two bit card game to play
Engagement in a low-stakes card game, suggesting a casual or unimportant activity.
And it's pretty bright from the city light
The brightness from urban lights creates an illusion of day during the night.
spinning midnight into the day
Implies the transformation of midnight darkness into a seemingly bright or lively atmosphere.
And the desert night is colder
The night in the desert feels colder than anticipated, adding an unexpected element to the setting.
Than expected for this time they say
Contrasts expectations about the temperature of the desert at that time.
But it's midnight at the oasis
Reiterates the setting and introduces a personal feeling of intoxication.
And I'm way too drunk to stay
The intoxication level is high enough to make staying difficult or undesirable.
I stumbled alone down Freemont Street
The narrator wanders down a street named Freemont Street, possibly feeling lost or disoriented.
Found a sister with nothing to wear
Encountering a woman in need, possibly suggesting vulnerability or destitution.
She got off her split shift and needed a lift
She just finished work and requires transportation, indicating a need for help.
and there ain't much going down there
Implying a lack of excitement or activity in the area.
So I walked her home and pretended
The narrator acts disinterested in paying for her transportation, perhaps to save face or avoid seeming interested.
I wasn't interested in paying her fare
Continuation of the disinterested facade despite the situation.
But it's midnight at the oasis'
Reiterates the setting and the narrator's state of intoxication influencing their carefree attitude.
And I'm way to drunk to care
The intoxication level prevents the narrator from being concerned about the situation.
So if you've got mud in your feelings
Addressing emotional turmoil or distress ('mud in your feelings' and 'broke in your brain').
if you've got broke in your brain
Indicates emotional distress or instability ('broke in your brain').
If you're ready to fight with the new days light
Preparing for a struggle or conflict with the arrival of a new day.
If you feel more in than sane
Feeling more connected to chaos than sanity.
I know a nun that will cook you a hotdog
Suggests knowing unconventional individuals who can offer unexpected assistance or guidance.
I know a dancer that will teach you to kiss
Implies connections with diverse individuals who can provide unique help or experiences.
But it's midnight at the oasis
Restates the setting, implying the end of the night.
And your pants are covered in...goodnight Irene.
Ending abruptly, implying a sudden conclusion or departure.
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