Lyrics
I ain’t high on cocaine
I am not under the influence of cocaine.
I don’t need the pain
I don't desire or need emotional pain.
It's bad for your brain
Using cocaine is harmful to the brain.
And that's true
Reiterating the negative impact of cocaine.
I ain’t dropping no names
I am not revealing names or secrets.
I ain’t playing no games
I am not engaging in deceitful activities.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Expressing being slightly ahead of feeling depressed.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Reiterating the theme of being one step ahead of the blues.
From Memphis to Reno
Referencing different locations, suggesting a wide range of experiences.
From New York to Tokyo
Emphasizing the diverse places the speaker has been.
I try to come through for you
Trying to be there for someone, attempting to be reliable.
I won't do you in
Promising not to betray or harm the listener.
I ain’t no fair-weather friend
Stating commitment to friendship even in difficult times.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Reiterating being slightly ahead of feeling down or depressed.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Continuing the theme of being one step ahead of the blues.
I don’t rob I don’t steal
Asserting that the speaker doesn't engage in theft.
I ain’t begging no meal
Not begging for necessities or favors.
I ain't driven to drink
Expressing sobriety and avoiding excessive drinking.
I’m no fool
Declaring not to be foolish or gullible.
I don’t run with the crowd
Avoiding conformity and not following the crowd.
I don’t talk big and loud
Choosing not to boast or be excessively vocal.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Reiterating being slightly ahead of feeling down or depressed.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Emphasizing the ongoing theme of being one step ahead of the blues.
I been under a spell
Acknowledging a difficult period or emotional challenge.
I ain’t been feeling well
Expressing physical and emotional unwellness.
I been down in a shell
Describing a state of emotional withdrawal or isolation.
And that's true
Reiterating the negative impact on well-being.
Well I'm dealing with a curse
Acknowledging and dealing with a persistent negative influence or situation.
But it couldn’t be worse
Expressing that the current situation is as bad as it can get.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Reiterating being slightly ahead of feeling down or depressed.
I’m just one step ahead of the blues
Concluding with the ongoing theme of being one step ahead of the blues.
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