Lyrics
Deadwood rotting on the floor
Deadwood symbolizes something decaying and useless on the floor.
I don't need you weighing down my limbs no more
The singer doesn't want the burden of a relationship or negative influence.
Deadwood going up in flames
Deadwood is now being set on fire, possibly a metaphor for cleansing or letting go.
Have to let it burn so it cannot burn again
Emphasizes the need to let go completely to prevent future harm.
If you leave the death hanging high
If death or negativity remains unresolved, valuable aspects of oneself will suffer.
The parts of you worth saving will surely die
Highlighting the importance of salvaging only what is truly valuable.
If you don't let the wood all burn away
Stresses the necessity of burning away all negativity or harmful elements.
The death you left will come again to haunt you someday
Warns that unresolved issues will return to haunt in the future.
Deadwood filling up your brain
Deadwood in the mind, possibly negative thoughts hindering personal growth.
Nothing's gonna grow unless you throw it all away
Nothing positive will develop unless one discards negativity.
Deadwood, taking up your space
Deadwood taking up space, suggesting it's hindering progress or personal space.
Politics aside I want to punch you in the face
Expresses frustration, possibly with political issues, using strong imagery.
So let it burn let the smoke rise up to God
Advocates letting go and allowing the negative aspects to dissipate.
You can pick your sacrifice but can't avoid a loss
Acceptance that sacrifices are inevitable, but losses can't be avoided.
Let it burn oh it's better now than later
Suggests dealing with problems now rather than later is preferable.
You can scorch your forest floors or you can
Choices between destructive and redemptive actions are presented.
Choose to bear your cross
Choosing to bear one's cross signifies accepting personal responsibility.
Heads up been a dry dry year now
Noting a prolonged period of difficulties or challenges.
Deadwood coming down deadwood deadwood
Reiteration of deadwood falling, emphasizing the need for change.
Look down it's time to face your fears now
Time to confront and overcome fears associated with deadwood.
Deadwood coming down deadwood deadwood
Repetition of the theme of deadwood coming down, reinforcing the message.
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