Lyrics
As soon as I figured out that you wouldn't be there
Realization of the absence of someone you expected to be there.
As soon as I figured out that you didn't care
Recognition that the person in question lacks concern.
I try to do what's right, I try to keep an open mind
Attempts to act morally and keep an open perspective.
I try to do what's right, but your so unkind
Despite efforts to do right, facing unkindness from the other person.
You don't own me
Asserting independence, stating not being owned by the other.
They've abolished slavery
Referencing the abolition of slavery to emphasize personal freedom.
And I can't wait for the day when things
Eager anticipation for a positive change in circumstances.
Turn around
Expressing hope for a turnaround in the situation.
You don't own me
Reiteration of personal autonomy and freedom from ownership.
They've abolished slavery
Reemphasizing the historical context of the end of slavery.
There's conciseness for your actions
Noting consequences for one's actions and a personal realization.
I know cause I'm paying for mine now
Acknowledging personal accountability and facing consequences.
The piece of paper you have says that you
Highlighting the symbolic importance of a legal document.
Can get into my pocket
Recognizing financial power indicated by legal documents.
But you can't get inside my heart or my mind or
Asserting that emotional and mental aspects are not controlled.
My head
Reiterating independence from emotional control.
Money doesn't mean to me what it obviously
Challenging the importance of money, highlighting personal values.
Means to you
Expressing a contrast in the significance of money between individuals.
'Cause I would never steal from kids that dont
Rejecting immoral actions, especially towards unsuspecting children.
Have a clue
Indicating disapproval of stealing from unaware children.
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