I've Been the One
Embracing Pain: Little Feat's Reflection on Love and Loss
Lyrics
I've been the one who has been frightened
I have experienced fear.
And almost borne away
I have felt overwhelmed or close to being carried away by emotions.
By the very thoughts that I feared yesterday
I've been troubled by thoughts that scared me in the past.
And it must be dust or smoke that's in my eyes
The tears may be caused by something like dust or smoke, not genuine sorrow.
How can I cry about something from someone that I won't see
Expressing reluctance to cry over someone not worth the emotional investment.
Oh my friends all say she had her chance
Friends suggest the person had an opportunity but didn't take it.
Let's go shoot some pool
Suggesting a casual activity (shooting pool) to distract from emotional issues.
You know a fool is just a fool
Defining a fool as someone who has tried everything whiskey can cure.
And I've tried everything that whiskey cures
Despite trying various remedies, the emotional pain persists.
But the pain endures
Emphasizing enduring emotional pain despite attempts to numb it.
And now I'm feeling that pain
Currently experiencing emotional pain.
I put my pride in my pocket
Putting aside pride as a coping mechanism.
That's how I'll spend my loneliest days
Choosing to spend lonely days without pride.
And it must be dust or smoke that's in my eyes
Suggesting tears may be due to external factors like dust or smoke.
Don't know what to do
Expressing uncertainty or confusion about what to do.
Hold the lamp above the rafters
Metaphorically holding a lamp high, seeking clarity or guidance.
These smoke-filled rooms will not replace her
Indicating that the environment or distractions won't replace the person.
I've been the one who has been frightened
Reiterating the experience of fear.
And almost borne away
Similar to line 2, expressing being overwhelmed or nearly carried away.
By the very thoughts that I feared yesterday
Revisiting the distressing thoughts from the past.
And it must be dust or smoke that's in my eyes
Recalling tears possibly caused by external factors, not genuine emotions.
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