Bear in a Den
Embracing Life's Simplicity: A Bear's Den and Other Tales
Lyrics
I'll be a bear in a den
I choose to live a solitary, reclusive life, symbolized by being a bear in a den.
I'll be a bear in a den
Reiteration of the desire to be secluded like a bear in a den.
I ain't waking up until god knows when
I have no intention of waking up early; my schedule is undefined and unhurried.
I'll be a bear in a den
Repeated expression of the preference for a bear-like secluded existence.
I'll be an ant in a hill
Comparing oneself to an ant in a hill, willing to work hard to claim what is rightfully mine.
I'll be an ant in a hill
Reiteration of the ant metaphor, emphasizing the need to seize opportunities before others do.
If I don't take what's mine, somebody else will
Expressing a proactive approach to life, ensuring personal gain rather than letting others take it.
There's a world out there that I don't need to know
There's a world beyond my concern, suggesting a detachment from unnecessary information or distractions.
There are far off lands but I don't need to go
Recognition of distant places but a lack of interest in exploring them.
I can hide in plain sight if my eyes are closed
Ability to remain unnoticed by keeping one's eyes closed, possibly indicating a desire for privacy.
I'll be a bear in a den
Reiteration of the preference for a bear-like, secluded lifestyle.
I'll be a bee in a hive
Comparing oneself to a bee in a hive, expressing a readiness to defend oneself when provoked.
I'll be a bee in a hive
Reiteration of the bee metaphor, emphasizing a willingness to sacrifice for personal principles.
If I'm mad I'll sting, don't care if I'm alive
Willingness to take drastic measures when angry, even if it puts one's life at risk.
I'll be a bird in a tree
Choosing to be a bird in a tree, highlighting a desire for freedom and the ability to sing loudly.
I'll be a bird in a tree
Reiteration of the bird metaphor, emphasizing the uniqueness of one's voice.
Nobody I can see can sing as loud as me
Confidence in one's abilities, claiming that nobody else can sing as loudly.
I'll be a hamster in a wheel
Metaphorically portraying oneself as a hamster in a wheel, suggesting a continuous, perhaps monotonous, routine.
I'll be a hamster in a wheel
Reiteration of the hamster metaphor, anticipating a reward or satisfaction after a few more efforts.
Just a few more strides and I'll take my next meal
Anticipation of a positive outcome or reward after enduring a few more challenges.
I'll be a lemming in a line
Choosing to be a lemming in a line, implying conformity and obedience to societal expectations.
I'll be a lemming in a line
Reiteration of the lemming metaphor, suggesting that following instructions will lead to a favorable outcome.
If I'm doing what I'm told it'll turn out fine
Belief that adhering to instructions will result in a positive resolution or success.
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