Afterbirth
Unveiling the Dark Tapestry: Afterbirth by Siamese Cat Twin
Lyrics
Now what a mess that I've got myself in
Expressing regret and acknowledging a problematic situation the speaker is in.
Too many lives have been spent selling sin
Reflecting on a history of making morally questionable choices that have consumed many lives.
I can't take it away this fucking afterbirth
Referring to a metaphorical afterbirth, something burdensome and regrettable that cannot be removed.
It keeps on eating away at my own self worth
Highlighting the persistent and corrosive impact of the afterbirth on the speaker's self-esteem.
Now is the time to keep it all within
Emphasizing the importance of internalizing and dealing with personal challenges at the present moment.
Can anybody just clap their hands
Posing a question about the audience's ability to appreciate or celebrate despite the difficulties.
It's rock with derogatory layers of pornography
Describing the music as a mix of rock with explicit layers of sexual content.
At least I've got you all my little lies
Acknowledging the presence of supportive people, even if based on deception (little lies).
My cambion conceived into these flies
Referring to the speaker's offspring (cambion) born from questionable circumstances (flies).
I can't take it away this fucking afterbirth
Repeating the idea of an inescapable and detrimental afterbirth.
It keeps on eating away at my own self worth
Reiterating the negative impact of the afterbirth on the speaker's sense of value.
Giving up is the easy way
Stating that giving up is an easy option but not chosen by the speaker.
I'll take the bullet any day
Expressing a willingness to face difficulties and challenges head-on, even if it means taking a metaphorical bullet.
Can anybody just clap their hands
Repeating the question about the audience's response to challenging situations.
It's rock with derogatory layers of pornography
Restating the explicit nature of the music, combining rock with derogatory elements.
I'm sorry I don't mean to be so crude
Offering an apology for being blunt or offensive in the lyrics.
I'm sorry if you felt abused
Apologizing if the audience feels mistreated or offended by the speaker's words.
I'm sorry I don't have a fucking clue
Expressing a lack of understanding or direction, apologizing for the speaker's own confusion.
I'm sorry if you felt that too
Apologizing for any negative emotions or impact caused by the speaker's actions or words.
Can anybody just clap their hands
Repeating the question about the audience's response to challenges and difficulties.
It's rock with derogatory layers of pornography
Reiterating the explicit and provocative nature of the music, combining rock with sexual content.
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