Lyrics
I felt the left hook coming in
Anticipation of an impending impact, possibly a metaphorical "left hook" representing a challenging situation or conflict.
A perfect hit to settle in this new skin
Acknowledgment of the impact, describing it as a perfect hit that helps the speaker settle into a new phase or identity.
Feel like my eyes are fading out
Sensation of losing focus or consciousness, as if the speaker's eyes are losing their ability to see clearly.
I felt the spit flying out of my mouth
Physical reaction to the impact, with spit flying out of the speaker's mouth, possibly indicating a forceful encounter.
Patch of blue raising out of my skin
Description of a visible mark or bruise on the speaker's skin, possibly symbolic of the consequences of the impact.
Connects the dots between my cheek and my chin
Reference to a physical connection, possibly a scar, between the cheek and chin, emphasizing the tangible aftermath of the impact.
A badge of pride on the brow of my eye
Symbolic pride in the visible mark on the speaker's brow, suggesting a transformed perspective or a badge of experience.
Blacks out my sight
Description of impaired vision, as the mark on the brow blacks out sight, potentially signifying the impact's lingering effects.
Hate to say it
An acknowledgment that the situation is regrettable or challenging, expressing a sense of resignation.
But I think this is goodnight
An implication that the current state, possibly a difficult situation, leads to a metaphorical "goodnight" or an end to something.
Connection of brain and fist
Description of a connection between thought and physical action, possibly indicating a quick and instinctive response to a challenge.
Barely had time to straighten my wrist
Reflection on the swiftness of the response, with the mention of straightening the wrist, suggesting a lack of preparation or defense.
Ignoring all sound advice
Disregard for wise counsel, indicating a tendency to ignore advice despite the potential consequences.
To level out and keep my eyes open wide
A call to maintain awareness and stay vigilant, despite the inclination to let things balance out.
Patch of blue raising out of my skin
Reiteration of the visible mark on the skin, emphasizing its presence and significance.
Connects the dots between my cheek and my chin
Repetition of the connection between the cheek and chin, highlighting the lasting impact of the challenging situation.
A badge of pride on the brow of my eye
Continued pride in the visible mark on the brow, even though it contributes to the speaker's impaired sight.
Blacks out my sight
Confirmation of impaired vision, leading to a repeated acknowledgment that the situation is regrettable or challenging.
Hate to say it
Reiteration of the sentiment that the current state may lead to a metaphorical "goodnight" or an end.
But I think this is goodnight
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I guess I got what was coming to me
A realization or acknowledgment that the consequences faced are a result of the speaker getting what they deserved.
Pinpoint hard right delivered to me
A specific reference to a forceful impact, a "hard right," delivered to the speaker, solidifying the physical and metaphorical nature of the experience.
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