One Fell Swoop
Compulsions Unveiled: One Fell Swoop's Revelations
Lyrics
Keep in mind I’m not examining the common man
Expressing a focus on studying unique individuals rather than the average person.
I’m studying a sore, stuck thumb,
Examining a painful and persistent problem or obstacle.
and the world in the palm of a hand
Observing the influence and control someone has over their surroundings.
I can’t explain all my vices but I can one:
Acknowledging an inability to explain all personal flaws but willing to admit one specific vice.
I get off on accepting my compulsions
Finding satisfaction in acknowledging and embracing personal compulsions or urges.
and I only see the simmering caveat
Noticing potential problems or warnings in the seemingly good intentions of others.
in everybody else’s good, good will
Suggesting skepticism or caution regarding the goodwill of others.
I walked a line
Recalling a past experience of navigating a difficult situation or moral dilemma.
in the biggest swindle of all time
Reflecting on a significant deception or fraud, possibly on a large scale.
And in one fell swoop I killed the reason
Describing an impactful event where the rationale was lost, and a rhythm or harmony was disrupted.
while the rhythm died
Highlighting the consequences of the mentioned event, emphasizing a loss of reason and rhythm.
She wasn’t old,
Referring to a young woman who may have been unexpected or not well-known.
but the kind of girl you never know
Suggesting mystery or uncertainty surrounding the mentioned girl.
And in one fell swoop I left a little
Reiterating the impact of the earlier event, expressing regret for letting something valuable slip away.
but I let her go
Acknowledging a decision to let go of something important.
With a little luck a deal’s struck and we regain the touch
Expressing hope for a favorable outcome or resolution through a negotiated agreement.
Nevermind the callous kinds of lives we choose not to overcome
Disregarding challenging or harsh aspects of life that are chosen not to be overcome.
And given we were kidding when we thought that
Indicating a realization that apologies may not be sufficient or appropriate in certain situations.
apology would never be the soundtrack
Commenting on the unexpected role of apologies as a soundtrack to life events.
We just put out what we’re getting back:
Emphasizing reciprocity, expressing the idea of receiving what one puts out into the world.
the fire for the fact
Highlighting the passion or intensity behind a particular truth or reality.
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