Genevieve
Genevieve: A Tale of Resilience and Longing
Lyrics
Oh, Genevieve, this town is a guillotine
Expressing the town's harsh nature, comparing it to a guillotine that can be unforgiving.
Sharp tongues like blades so mean they can bleed you blue
Describing the town's residents with sharp tongues capable of causing emotional harm.
All those neighborhood boys just want to get in your corduroys
Referring to local boys with romantic intentions toward Genevieve and her corduroy clothing.
I can't blame 'em but they miss the point with a girl like you
Acknowledging the attraction but highlighting a misunderstanding of Genevieve's true nature.
Oh, oh, Genevieve
Reiteration of addressing Genevieve, possibly emphasizing a connection or concern.
Hey there Genevieve, you never had much use for me
Noting Genevieve's indifference towards the speaker but expressing a commitment to keeping her company.
But I'll keep you company until the ambulance comes
Suggesting a need for companionship until help arrives, metaphorically or literally.
Cruel maps of railroad scars, along the tracks of your pretty arms
Describing visible scars on Genevieve's arms, possibly symbolizing past struggles or pain.
How the hell did it get so hard just to take life as it comes
Expressing the difficulty of accepting life's challenges, reflecting on Genevieve's experiences.
Oh, oh Genevieve
Repeating the address to Genevieve, possibly indicating an emotional connection.
Oh, sweet Genevieve
Adding a term of endearment, emphasizing a deeper emotional bond with Genevieve.
No, don't do it
A plea to avoid taking drastic actions, possibly referencing self-harm or risky behavior.
Don't climb your bedroom walls
Advising against isolating oneself emotionally, using climbing walls as a metaphor for withdrawal.
Don't rise to it
Encouraging resilience in the face of challenges, not succumbing to negativity.
'Cause you're smarter than them all
Acknowledging Genevieve's intelligence and strength in comparison to others.
And I always knew it
Affirming a long-standing belief in Genevieve's capabilities.
I just never had the guts to call
Expressing reluctance or fear in acknowledging Genevieve's strengths openly.
I hung up once or twice
Recalling failed attempts to communicate, possibly due to hesitation or fear.
My fingers cold as ice
Describing the physical state during attempts to connect, emphasizing emotional coldness.
And I left you all alone
Leaving Genevieve alone, possibly highlighting past regrets or missed opportunities.
On the dark side of the phone
Referring to a difficult or challenging situation, possibly involving communication.
Hey Gen you know some day, we oughta cut class and run away
Suggesting a desire for escape with Genevieve, proposing a shared adventure away from the town.
Hop a Greyhound to Montreal and start us a band
Proposing a specific plan to run away to Montreal and start a band with Genevieve.
I can sing and play guitar and you can scream all the pretty parts
Highlighting respective talents, with the speaker singing and playing guitar while Genevieve contributes vocals.
Cross your fingers those city dogs don't tear us apart
Expressing concern about potential challenges in the new environment.
Oh, oh Genevieve
Reiterating the connection to Genevieve, possibly intensifying emotions or concerns.
Oh, sweet Genevieve
Adding another term of endearment, reinforcing the emotional bond.
Hold on to me
A plea to hold on, suggesting a desire for enduring connection and support.
My sweet Genevieve
A final expression of affection towards Genevieve.
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