Lyrics
Is it better for me
Expressing uncertainty about the preferable way to experience something.
If I sniff it through a twenty
Contemplating the method of consumption, possibly related to substances.
If it's hard recalling
Reflecting on difficulty remembering past experiences, particularly the taste of whiskey.
The bitter taste of whiskey
Recalling the bitter memory associated with the taste of whiskey.
You left in my throat
Referencing emotional pain left behind by someone through metaphorical language.
With every kiss that you gave away
Linking kisses given away to the emotional impact on the speaker.
What you think it's like
Questioning perceptions of a mundane nine-to-five job.
Working nine to five at a desk
Describing a desk job as constraining or confining.
Built like a tomb
Comparing oneself to a tomb, possibly feeling trapped or restricted.
I'll just play with pretty chemicals
Choosing to experiment with substances or experiences perceived as beautiful.
And pray they won't catch up to me
Expressing hope that consequences won't catch up immediately.
Just yet
Acknowledging a temporary delay in facing consequences.
So I'll fall
Anticipating a fall or failure.
To the ground
Literal or metaphorical descent to the ground.
And I'll stand
Rising from a fall or facing challenges.
And I'll stare
Observing or confronting something directly.
At the end of the line
Staring at the end of a situation or metaphorical line.
Till it looks into my eyes
Seeking a connection or confrontation with a challenging situation.
'Fore I break
Preparing for a breaking point or emotional breakdown.
I'll just bend
Choosing to endure difficulties, even bending backward.
Over backward until I'm sent
Accepting a challenging journey that leads to someone or something.
Down a long winding road
Describing a prolonged and uncertain path leading to a destination.
To you
Addressing someone directly and questioning a previous encounter.
Have we met before
Expressing uncertainty about meeting someone before.
Did I forget before you even left the room
Acknowledging forgetfulness and potential awkwardness after someone's departure.
How embarrassing please forgive me
Apologizing for cognitive lapses and seeking forgiveness.
My brain's a little iffy these days
Noting cognitive challenges and emphasizing the current state of mind.
Days
Repetition of "Days" emphasizes the ongoing struggle or challenges faced.
But your lips
Highlighting the significance of someone's lips in the speaker's past.
Are my youth
Symbolizing the enduring impact of a person or experience on the speaker's youth.
And I'm scared to age a day
Expressing fear and reluctance to age, possibly due to losing the associated youth.
In the overwhelming fear
Describing an overwhelming fear of losing something important.
That it all will go away
Expressing the anxiety that the precious experience will eventually fade.
But life is for the living, darling
Encouraging to embrace life but acknowledging the fear of discomfort.
Don't you dare forget
A reminder not to forget the essence of life and experiences.
All I'll ever want is to be uncomfortable again
Expressing a desire to experience discomfort, suggesting growth or meaningful challenges.
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