Lyrics
Memphis comes creeping down my back
Memphis symbolizes a haunting or lingering sensation, possibly related to a past experience.
Somehow this place tastes just like an attack
The place being described has a harsh or overwhelming quality, akin to an attack on the senses.
A hundred-yard-stare of a kiss
The reference to a "hundred-yard stare of a kiss" suggests a distant, unfulfilling romantic encounter.
Lord, I know I'll never miss it
Acknowledgment that the mentioned kiss is not something worth remembering or longing for.
They told me stop scouting the field
Advice or instruction to stop searching or seeking, possibly in the context of relationships.
They told me have a look in Commercial Appeal
Suggestion to pay attention to a publication (Commercial Appeal) as a source of guidance.
And start getting that hair cut sharp
An additional directive to improve personal appearance, emphasizing the importance of grooming.
Sometimes I think that I'll find a love
Expressing a hope to find a transformative love that can change the speaker's heart.
One that's gonna change my heart
The belief that true love has the power to bring about positive change within the speaker.
I'll find it in Commercial Appeal
Specifically looking for love in Commercial Appeal, indicating a reliance on external sources for guidance.
And then this heartache will get chased away
Anticipating that finding this love will dispel the current feelings of heartache.
I was part-time at the Tasty Prawn
Describing past employment at Tasty Prawn, suggesting a period of uncertainty or transition.
That and moving furniture and cutting lawns
Mention of various jobs, reflecting a diverse range of experiences during this time.
Covered in newsprint, staying up real late
Being immersed in newsprint, indicating a connection to media or information during late hours.
Just holding out for some fate
Holding out for fate, implying a sense of waiting or hoping for something significant to happen.
Sometimes I think that I'll find a love
Reiteration of the desire to find a transformative love that can change the speaker's heart.
One that's gonna change my heart
Emphasizing the belief in the power of love to bring about positive personal change.
I'll find it in Commercial Appeal
Continued search for love in Commercial Appeal, suggesting a reliance on external validation.
And then this heartache will get chased away
Hope that finding this love will alleviate the current emotional distress or heartache.
Sometimes I think that I'll find a love
Repetition of the theme of searching for a transformative love.
One that's gonna change my heart
Reaffirmation of the belief in love's ability to positively impact the speaker.
I'll find it in Commercial Appeal
Continued reliance on Commercial Appeal in the quest for love and personal change.
And then this heartache will get chased away
Hope that finding love will dispel the ongoing feelings of heartache.
I was dreaming in the driver's seat
Narrative of dreaming while in the driver's seat, possibly indicating a moment of reflection or introspection.
When the right words just came to me
The right words coming to the speaker, suggesting a moment of clarity or insight.
And all my finer feelings came up
Mention of "finer feelings" arising, implying a heightened emotional state or realization.
Always out on some witch's hunt
Always searching for something elusive, possibly referring to an idealized version of love.
For the one who never lets me want
The pursuit of someone who never allows the speaker to experience desire or longing.
Before you know it it's all fuss
Recognition that the pursuit can lead to unnecessary commotion or disturbance.
Sometimes I think that I'll find a love
Continued hope to find a transformative love that can positively impact the speaker's heart.
One that's gonna change my heart
Belief in the power of love to bring about meaningful change within the speaker.
I'll find it in Commercial Appeal
Persistent search for love in Commercial Appeal, maintaining a reliance on external sources.
And then this heartache will get chased away
Anticipation that finding love will dispel the existing feelings of heartache.
Sometimes I think that I'll find a love
Reiteration of the ongoing search for a transformative love.
One that's gonna change my heart
Reaffirmation of the belief in love's potential to positively change the speaker.
I'll find it in Commercial Appeal
Continued reliance on Commercial Appeal in the pursuit of love and personal transformation.
And then this heartache will get chased away
Hope that finding love will ultimately eliminate the current emotional distress or heartache.
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