Big Boss Man
Rebellion Echoes: Big Boss Man's Struggle in Song
Lyrics
Big boss man
Addressing a figure of authority or employer referred to as the "big boss man."
Can you hear me when I call?
Pleading or questioning whether the boss can hear the speaker's call, suggesting a desire for acknowledgment or attention.
Big boss man
Reiterating the attempt to communicate with the boss or authority figure.
Can you hear me when I call?
Continuation of the plea or inquiry about being heard when calling out to the boss.
Oh, you ain't so big
Expressing a diminishment of the boss's significance, suggesting that the authority figure is not as imposing as perceived.
You're just tall, that's all
Clarifying that the boss's stature or influence is limited to physical height and not genuine power.
You got me working, boss man, working 'round the clock
Describing the speaker's laborious work under the boss, emphasizing continuous effort and lack of breaks.
I want me a drink of water but you won't let me stop
Expressing a desire for a break or relief, particularly to quench thirst, but the boss denies permission.
Big boss man
Repeating the earlier attempt to make contact with the boss, questioning their responsiveness.
Can you hear me when I call?
Reiterating the plea or inquiry about being heard when calling out to the boss.
Oh, you ain't so big
Restating the idea that the boss's stature is not a true reflection of their authority or importance.
You're just tall, that's all
Emphasizing that the boss's significance is limited to physical height and lacks genuine power.
Gonna get myself a boss man, one gonna treat me right
Declaring the speaker's intention to find a new boss who will treat them fairly and justly.
Work him hard in the day time but I'll sure rest easy at night
Describing the speaker's commitment to working hard during the day under the new boss but expecting rest and ease at night.
Big boss man
Repeating the attempt to communicate with the boss, questioning their responsiveness.
Can you hear me when I call?
Reiterating the plea or inquiry about being heard when calling out to the boss.
Oh, you ain't so big
Emphasizing again that the boss's stature does not align with their actual significance.
You're just tall, that's all
Reiterating that the boss's influence is limited to physical height and lacks genuine power.
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