Lyrics
There's a fire in my belly
Expressing the presence of intense emotion or passion within the speaker.
Been smoldering for a while
Indicating a prolonged period of emotional intensity or anticipation.
Coals been seepin' smoke
Describing the gradual buildup of emotion, comparing it to smoke seeping from coals.
Waitin' for a good stoke
Suggesting a need for a catalyst or significant event to intensify the emotional state.
There's a fire building in my belly
Reiterating the presence of a growing emotional intensity in the speaker.
Fragile as a babe
Comparing the emotional state to fragility, possibly highlighting vulnerability.
Hands hovered blocking the wind
Describing a protective gesture, symbolizing an attempt to shield the emotions from external influences.
A puff for some oxygen
Using the metaphor of needing a "puff" for oxygen, emphasizing the necessity of support or encouragement.
There's a fire blazin' in my belly
Emphasizing the heightened intensity of the emotional state, using the imagery of a blazing fire.
Catchin' those dense oak logs
Depicting the emotional experience as catching onto substantial challenges or experiences.
Now reflecting in my eyes
Highlighting the reflection of intense experiences in the speaker's eyes.
Spittin' embers all of the time
Describing the outward expression of emotions, with sparks flying or emotions being evident.
Better jump out of the way
Warning of the intensity, urging others to step away as the speaker is metaphorically a powerful force in motion.
This train is revvin', and ain't gonna stay
Comparing the emotional state to a revving train, emphasizing its unstoppable nature.
My whole belly has caught on fire
Expressing that the entire being of the speaker is consumed by intense emotion or passion.
Crawling out to my limbs
Describing the spreading of intense emotions to other parts of the body, moving beyond the core.
I can feel it in my throat
Sensations of emotion are felt physically, specifically in the throat.
Wakin' up my frostbitten toes
Indicating a warming effect on previously cold or numb parts of the body.
Wrapping up around my ears
Symbolizing the emotional intensity wrapping around and affecting the speaker's perception.
And dryin' out my reserves of tears
Expressing the emotional state's impact on the speaker's ability to cry or feel sorrow.
Muscles clenched along my spine
Physical manifestation of intense emotions, particularly tension along the spine.
Not gonna hold myself back this time
Deciding not to restrain or limit oneself emotionally this time.
Hackles up with the hair on my neck
Describing heightened alertness or readiness, particularly through the image of raised hackles and hair on the neck.
And now to lift up my foot...
Expressing a decision or preparation to take a significant step forward.
Forward step
The culmination of the emotional journey, symbolized by a forward step.
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