Who Will Save Your Soul
Soul's Salvation: Unveiling Life's True Price in Song
Lyrics
People living their lives for you on T.V.
Commentary on people living their lives for others, especially portrayed on television.
They say they're better than you and you agree
Highlighting the societal perception that some individuals are superior, and people accepting this notion.
He says "Hold my calls from behind those cold brick walls"
A metaphorical request to shield the person from the pressures represented by cold brick walls.
Says "Come here boys, there ain't nothing for free"
Inviting others with promises, suggesting nothing is truly free.
Another doctor's bill, a lawyer's bill
Describing the financial burdens of medical and legal expenses.
Another cute cheap thrill
Referencing fleeting, shallow pleasures that are easily accessible.
You know you love him if you put in your will but
Questioning the sincerity of love if expressed through material inheritance.
Who will save your soul when it comes to the flowers now
Pondering who will provide salvation when facing life's challenges.
Huh huh who will save your soul after all the lies that you told, boy
Expressing skepticism about redemption after telling lies.
And who will save your souls if you won't save your own?
Prompting reflection on personal responsibility for one's soul.
We try to hustle them, try to bustle them, try to cuss them
Describing attempts to deceive or outwit others.
The cops want someone to bust down on Orleans Avenue
Pointing to societal issues and the desire for law enforcement to act.
Another day, another dollar, another war, another tower
Enumerating the routine of challenges, including wars and economic struggles.
Went up where the homeless had their homes
Noting the irony of erecting structures where the homeless once lived.
So we pray to as many different Gods as there are flowers
Highlighting the diversity of religious beliefs in times of crisis.
We call religion our friend
Observing the use of religion as a comforting force.
We're so worried about saving our souls
Expressing concern for personal salvation and fear of divine consequences.
Afraid that God will take his toll
Fear of divine punishment hindering the initiation of positive actions.
That we forget to begin but
Acknowledging a tendency to procrastinate due to these fears.
Who will save your soul when it comes to the flowers now
Reiterating the question of who will provide salvation in challenging times.
Huh huh who will save your souls after all the lies that you told, boy
Re-emphasizing doubt about redemption after dishonesty.
And who will save your souls if you won't save your own?
Encouraging self-responsibility for personal salvation.
Some are walking, some are talking, some are stalking and kill
Describing various individuals with different motives and actions, including harm.
You got social security, but it doesn't pay your bills
Highlighting the inadequacy of social security to meet financial needs.
There are addictions to feed and there are mouths to pay
Acknowledging the existence of addictions and responsibilities.
So we bargain with the devil, so evil, careful do they say
Describing compromises made with morally questionable entities.
That you love them take your money and run
Warning about deceptive relationships that exploit for personal gain.
Say it's been swell, sweetheart, but it was just one of those things
Conveying a casual dismissal of a past relationship.
Those flings, those strings you've got to cut
Advising the necessity of ending unhealthy attachments.
So get out on the streets, girls, and bust your butts
Encouraging women to work hard and not depend on fleeting relationships.
Who will save your soul when it comes to the flowers now
Repeating the question of who provides salvation, especially in difficult times.
Huh huh who will save your soul after all the lies that you told, boy
Reiterating skepticism about redemption after dishonesty.
And who will save your soul if you won't save your own?
Stressing the importance of self-saving, implying personal responsibility for one's soul.
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