Eat Dirt
Embracing Life's Lessons: Eat Dirt by Susan Justice
Lyrics
Found a piece of candy on the floor and I couldn't resist but taste it
Curiosity led to trying something unconventional (eating candy from the floor).
Momma wanted to smack me and that's when I made up my mind and I ate it
Defiance against parental authority, choosing to act independently.
And I have to admit it tasted better than the ones in the kitchen cupboard
Unexpected pleasures can come from breaking the rules.
Every night I'd look out the bedroom window and wonder what it's like to run away
Contemplating escape and imagining life beyond current constraints.
Daddy told me he would hit me if I did it so I made up my mind and I ran away
Choosing to face fears and run away despite potential consequences.
And I have to admit it wasn't as scary as I thought it would be
Discovering that overcoming fears is less daunting than expected.
What doesn't kill you makes you sick
Adversity can lead to discomfort but not necessarily destruction.
And if you're sick you learned a lesson
Learning from experiences, even those that make you sick.
And with every lesson you get wiser (wiser) wiser (wiser)
Accumulating wisdom through life's lessons.
So I figure that it pays to cross the line
Choosing to take risks and step outside one's comfort zone.
And eat a little dirt sometimes
Embracing challenges and finding value in facing difficulties.
I found a book about mystical things but momma said it's against our religion
Exploring forbidden knowledge despite religious objections.
So late at night I'd read it anyways and that was the last time I asked for permission
Defying authority for personal growth and understanding.
And I have to admit that I don't regret telling her lies 'cause it opened my eyes
No regrets about challenging parental restrictions, gaining insight.
What doesn't kill you makes you sick
Enduring challenges can lead to discomfort but not necessarily harm.
And if you're sick you learned a lesson
Learning from adversity and using it as a source of wisdom.
With every lesson you get wiser (wiser) wiser (wiser)
Accumulating wisdom through continuous learning.
So I figure that it pays to cross the line
Embracing risks as a means of personal and intellectual development.
And eat a little dirt
Accepting challenges and finding value in facing difficulties.
I won't let my years go to waste,
Commitment to making the most of one's life.
living in a cage this prodigal child will always stray
Refusing to be confined, expressing a rebellious nature.
I got over the stomach ache
Overcoming initial hardships and moving forward.
Wiped the mud off my face 'cause this world belongs to the brave
Symbolic cleansing and readiness to face the challenges of the world.
What doesn't kill you makes you sick
Adversity can lead to discomfort but not necessarily destruction.
And if you're sick you learned a lesson
Learning from experiences, even those that make you sick.
With every lesson you get wiser, wiser
Accumulating wisdom through life's lessons.
So I figure that it pays to cross the line
Embracing risks as a means of personal and intellectual development.
And eat a little dirt sometimes ('cause this world belongs to the brave)
Accepting challenges and finding value in facing difficulties.
And eat a little dirt sometimes ('cause this world belongs to the brave)
Reiteration of the importance of facing challenges.
And eat a little dirt sometimes
Embracing challenges and finding value in facing difficulties.
Found a piece of candy on the floor
Symbolic repetition of the cycle of curiosity and risk-taking.
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