Tilting At The Mill
Tilting at the Mill: A Reckless Pursuit of Redemption
Lyrics
This time it's gonna be the big one
This time, the speaker anticipates a significant event or occurrence.
This time they're gonna hit the roof
Expectation that the upcoming event will cause a strong reaction or impact.
Tonight we're gonna block the main gates
Planning to obstruct the main gates, possibly symbolizing a protest or rebellion.
We got nothing to lose
The speaker perceives a lack of risk, suggesting a willingness to take bold actions.
This time there's gonna be a fireball
Anticipation of a dramatic and destructive event, possibly symbolized by a fireball.
This time there's gonna be a flood
Expectation of a catastrophic event, symbolized by the mention of a flood.
Just put your money where your mouth is
Encouraging others to back up their words with actions, be it with money or commitment.
Want water or blood
Presenting a choice between peaceful resolution (water) or violent conflict (blood).
Are we tilting at the mill?
Pondering whether their efforts are futile or misguided, using "tilting at the mill" metaphorically.
Were we hurting fit to kill?
Reflecting on past actions, questioning if they were capable of causing harm.
Sure we're tilting at the mill
Affirmation that they are indeed engaging in a challenging and possibly fruitless endeavor.
Just once we're gonna do the right thing
Expressing determination to do the right thing for once, suggesting a departure from past behavior.
Just once we're going on a roll
Commitment to a positive course of action, expecting a series of favorable outcomes.
This time I'm working down the dustpipe
The speaker is engaging in manual labor, working in challenging conditions.
Right out in the cold
Working in unfavorable circumstances, possibly metaphorically representing a difficult situation.
Are we tilting at the mill?
Repeating the question of whether their actions are futile or misguided.
Were we hurting fit to kill?
Reflecting on past actions and assessing if they had the potential to cause harm.
Sure we're tilting at the mill
Reaffirmation that they are indeed engaged in a challenging and possibly fruitless endeavor.
Are we tilting at the mill?
Repeating the question, emphasizing doubt or contemplation about the purpose of their actions.
Were we hurting fit to kill?
Revisiting the idea of causing harm and questioning their past capacity for it.
Sure we're tilting at the mill
Final affirmation that they are involved in a challenging and possibly futile endeavor.
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