Lyrics
Hollow one, midnight sun
The speaker feels empty or hollow under the influence of a metaphorical "midnight sun."
I've been walking in the weeds again
The speaker has been wandering aimlessly or lost in their thoughts.
Shallow breath, this emptiness
A sense of shallow breathing and emotional emptiness is experienced by the speaker.
Grows on me like water feeds the vines
The emptiness grows on the speaker, likened to water feeding vines, suggesting a gradual and consuming process.
Ooh, you must know what that does
An acknowledgment that the listener (or someone) understands the impact of the speaker's experiences.
Ooh, be careful of your thoughts
A caution to be mindful of one's thoughts, indicating the potential consequences of negative thinking.
Sultry eyes in the supermarket
The speaker describes encountering enticing or attractive eyes in a mundane setting, like a supermarket.
I walk away with pinto beans
The speaker walks away with pinto beans, possibly a metaphor for accepting something simple and humble.
Another time, I'll get it right
An acknowledgment that mistakes happen, and there will be another opportunity to get things right.
But for now, I'm happy being wrong
The speaker expresses contentment with being wrong for the time being.
Ooh, you must know what that does
A repetition of the caution to be mindful of thoughts, emphasizing its importance.
Ooh, be careful of your thoughts
A reiteration of the warning about the potential consequences of thoughts.
Ooh, and I could be sproutin' right about now
An acknowledgment of a missed opportunity for growth or positive change.
But I'm not, but you are not dirt
A recognition that the speaker is not currently thriving, but the listener is not insignificant or worthless.
For what it's worth, when I'm cold outside
In challenging times, when the speaker is struggling, someone supports them without expecting recognition.
And my nose is bleeding and I'm tired
Description of a difficult situation – being cold, bleeding nose, and tired.
With no encore and no neon sign
Despite challenges, there is no extra acknowledgment or flashy signs; someone is supporting the speaker.
You're rootin' for me even when I'm not right
The supporter continues to cheer for the speaker even when they are not right or successful.
Risin' out from water like the sun
A metaphorical rise from water symbolizes a positive transformation or overcoming challenges.
Do you get bored of repeating yourself?
A question about the listener's potential boredom with repetitive behavior or statements.
New beginnin' usually means an end
An acknowledgment that new beginnings often come with an end, suggesting cycles in life.
And someone has to play the villain
The realization that, in certain situations, someone has to play the role of the villain or take a negative stance.
Ooh, this puppeteering
A comment on the senselessness of controlling or manipulating others like a puppeteer.
Ooh, doesn't make any sense
A repetition emphasizing the irrationality or lack of sense in puppeteering.
Ooh, and we could be sproutin' right about now
A repetition of the missed opportunity for positive growth or change.
But we're not, but you are not dirt
A confirmation that, although not thriving, the listener is not worthless or insignificant.
For what it's worth, when I'm cold outside
A repetition of the challenging situations described earlier, emphasizing endurance and support.
And my nose is bleeding and I'm tired
Reiteration of difficult circumstances, highlighting the enduring support from someone.
With no encore and no neon sign
Despite challenges, there is no flashy acknowledgment or signs; someone is supporting the speaker.
You're rootin' for me even when I'm not right
Continuous support from someone even when the speaker is not right or successful.
For what it's worth, when I'm drunk on wine
Another scenario of difficulty, this time involving being drunk on wine.
And my nose is bleeding and I'm tired
Similar to previous situations, facing challenges with bleeding nose and tiredness.
With no one to call and no neon sign
With no one to call and no flashy signs, someone is supporting the speaker.
You're rootin' for me even when I'm not right
Continuous support from someone even when the speaker is not right or successful.
You're rootin' for me even when I'm not right
A reaffirmation of consistent support from someone even during the speaker's shortcomings.
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