Tiny Kingdom
Exploring a Celestial Journey in Meat Puppets' Tiny Kingdom
Lyrics
Stupid stars, they've been in my eyes too long
Feeling overwhelmed or influenced by something for an extended period, possibly a distraction or obsession.
Hanging down, calling ever to no one
Imagery of stars hanging down suggests a persistent distraction or influence that reaches out but goes unnoticed.
Chorus:
< em > Chorus: Represents a recurring theme or message in the song.
And they say there's a tiny kingdom not too far away
Introduces the idea of a small, distant realm, possibly symbolizing an idealized or unreachable place.
And it rains on the plaster ring and watch it melt away
Describes rain on a plaster ring, which could symbolize a fragile or temporary structure affected by external forces.
Stupid stars, you could sell them for a song
Suggests that something valuable (stars) can be easily acquired or traded.
Never mind, warm became the sun
Despite distractions, warmth emerges, possibly implying personal growth or positive transformation.
Chorus
< em > Chorus: Reiteration of the recurring theme or message.
Stupid stars, They've been in my eyes too long
Repetition of the feeling of being influenced or distracted for an extended period.
Chorus x2
< em > Chorus x2: Emphasizes the significance of the tiny kingdom and its impact.
(Banjo)
(Banjo, instrumental break, no specific lyrical content)
Chorus
< em > Chorus: Final reinforcement of the song's central theme, possibly with added significance.
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