Lyrics
Say one thing for sorrow, say nothing for joy
Sorrow is acknowledged while joy remains unspoken or unappreciated.
It's a piss over our parade, the devices you employ
Actions or methods employed undermine or ruin celebratory moments or efforts.
I'll say one thing for sorrow, it never leaves me dry
Sorrow always remains emotionally affecting; it doesn't leave one unaffected.
As I beg steal and borrow, there's no tears when I cry.
Despite acquiring through various means (begging, stealing, borrowing), tears don't accompany the crying.
But I try and try and try again.
Continuously attempting something despite failures or setbacks.
But no nothing can stop me, no nothing at all
Nothing can hinder or obstruct the speaker's intentions or actions.
I'm the entrance and the exit, the clogging will make you stall
The speaker is both the beginning and end of a situation, causing obstruction or delay.
Now your conscience clear stall now you've got so old
One's conscience becomes clear with age, and the realization of irreversible consequences sets in.
It's in the way you'll never wake up, in the way you feel the cold.
The impact of never waking up metaphorically relates to feeling emotionally numb or disconnected.
Time is running out.
An indication that time is limited or passing quickly.
Looks invent a
Appearance or looks fabricate a perception or illusion.
Feeling in a
Emotion or sensation is expressed or felt within.
Meaningless exchange
Interactions devoid of meaning or significance.
It's a testament to
Reflects resilience and persistence.
Perseverance
An homage or tribute to something shameful.
A homage to a shame.
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Cover your mouth.
Reiteration of the idea that time is limited or passing quickly.
Time is running out.
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Undone and reckless is your mind it's up to you trust or not trust alone
Insecurity or vulnerability is acknowledged, implying the sacrifice or waiver of privileges.
Cover your mouth and hold it
Advice to keep quiet or hold back.
Oh that sacred substance I crave is just another privilege I waive
The desire for something sacred is forsaken, highlighting the voluntary sacrifice of important things.
Hold it hold it f-f-f-fuckin' hold it.
An imperative to hold onto something significant or crucial.
It's power I am drawn to
Attraction towards power or control.
It's potency and flavor
Desire for intensity and uniqueness in experiences.
Drives me and ignites me
Stimulation and motivation derived from something hidden or unacceptable.
Fuels a dirty secret.
The undisclosed truth that drives or fuels undesirable behavior or thoughts.
Why can't I just tell?
Expressing frustration or confusion about the difficulty in being truthful.
Why can't I just tell the truth?
Reiteration of the desire or frustration in expressing the truth openly.
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