Space Funk Jam
Love's Galactic Dilemma: A Strutman Lane Space Odyssey
Lyrics
I can see how you look at me, all the moves that cross your mind
The speaker perceives how someone looks at them and understands the thoughts or intentions that person has.
Face to face by an open flame, but the stars are misaligned
Despite being physically close ("face to face"), there's a sense of cosmic or emotional misalignment between them, indicated by "stars are misaligned."
Can't we wait till a later time, then I'll put you where you need
Suggests postponing something until a more appropriate time, promising to accommodate the other person's needs.
As it stands I'm a host with plans, cocktails were guaranteed
The speaker positions themselves as a host with plans and assures that drinks were guaranteed, potentially referring to an event or gathering.
You know, I love you but I, I just can't see how, we can get away
Expresses love but doubts the possibility of escaping or finding a way out of a situation or circumstance.
You got me in a space funk, space funk
Repetition of being in a state of "space funk," possibly a metaphor for feeling trapped, conflicted, or emotionally stuck.
You got me in a
Continuation of the feeling expressed in the previous line, emphasizing the entrapment or confusion.
Flip my switch now I'm feeling hot, but the ice is far away
Describes a change in mood or feeling, from feeling hot to feeling distant or cold (ice is far away).
Shut my eyes but your breath is near, and it pulls me in to stay
Sensory details suggesting intimacy and being drawn in by someone's closeness.
Give me strength as I start to fall, and my only thought is you
The speaker seeks inner strength when faced with falling for someone, making that person their sole thought.
One hour to go, till I stop the show, tell me what is there to do?
An awareness of time passing and a sense of impending closure or decision-making ("stop the show"), seeking advice or guidance.
You know, I love you but I, I just can't see how, we can get away
Reiterates love but expresses uncertainty about finding a solution or resolution to their situation.
You got me in a space funk, space funk
Repetition emphasizing the feeling of being stuck or trapped emotionally.
You got me in a
Continuation of the ongoing feeling of entrapment or confusion.
I can see how you look, my choice is fairly black and white
Reflects on the perception of how someone looks and implies a clear decision between options, albeit contrasting or opposing ones.
Made my mind up, so let's try to vanish with the night
Decided to proceed with a plan to disappear or escape, possibly under the cover of night.
Go to leave, but I feel a hand touch softly from below
Sensation of attempting to leave but feeling a gentle touch that anchors or holds them back.
Turn around and I hear the news that the drinks are on the low
Receiving news about scarcity or depletion, possibly referring to the drinks mentioned earlier, adding to a sense of urgency or finality.
You know, I love you but I, I just can't see how, we can get away
Reiteration of love but continuing to express doubt about finding a way out or escaping from the current situation.
You got me in a space funk, space funk
Repeating the sentiment of feeling trapped or stuck in a state of emotional confusion.
You got me in a
Final repetition emphasizing the feeling of being stuck or trapped in a state of emotional ambiguity.
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