Animals
Embracing Our Wild Side: The Deeper Meaning of 'Animals' by The Blind Spots
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Animals, animals, animals
Recognition that humans are akin to animals
We're all animals
Reiteration that humans are part of the animal kingdom
Animals, animals, animals
Re-emphasizing the idea that humans are animals
We're all animals
Restating that humans belong to the category of animals
Animals, animals, animals
Continued emphasis on the connection between humans and animals
We're all animals
Affirmation that humans are part of the animal world
Apple pie, baseball, fireworks,
Listing various aspects of American culture
fourth of July, Marilyn and I'm
Referencing iconic figures and cultural elements
dreamin' in Coco Cola
Expressing a dreamlike state associated with consumerism
I'm dreaming
Reiteration of being in a dream state
Bred to feel guilty
Suggesting societal imposition of guilt
We're born into bubble gum
Implying being born into a superficial and commercial environment
strong handshakes
Contrasting firm greetings with a preference for intimacy
I'd rather kiss your cheek
Expressing a preference for affection over formality
Animals, animals, animals
Repeated emphasis on humans being part of the animal kingdom
We're all animals
Reiteration of humans' association with animals
Animals, animals, animals
Re-emphasizing the shared connection between humans and animals
We're all animals
Restating that humans are part of the animal world
Animals, animals, animals
Continued emphasis on humans' belonging to the animal kingdom
We're all animals
Affirmation of humans being part of the animal world
Nature, nurture
Contrasting the influences of nature and nurture
Past and future
Reflecting on past and future influences on individuals
No heart is devoid of all culture
Suggesting that culture shapes but doesn't erase one's heart
My heart is not aligned only
Expressing a divergence from association with negative influences
with vultures
Declaring a disconnect from negative elements
Animals, animals, animals
Repeated emphasis on humans' connection to animals
We're all animals
Reiteration that humans are part of the animal kingdom
Animals, animals, animals
Re-emphasizing the idea that humans are animals
We're all animals
Restating that humans belong to the category of animals
Animals, animals, animals
Continued emphasis on the connection between humans and animals
We're all animals
Affirmation that humans are part of the animal world
Bouncing rubber balls inside a concrete room
Metaphorically describing constraints and challenges
Trying to catch them every time they fall
Struggling within limitations to retain something valuable
But Bingo cards and skipping stones won't change the tune
Realization that certain efforts won't alter circumstances
Gotta work to show and get love
Highlighting the need for effort to give and receive love
Bouncing rubber balls inside a concrete room
Continuation of struggles within confined conditions
Trying to catch them every time they fall
Reiteration of attempting to retain something within constraints
But Bingo cards and skipping stones won't change the tune
Realization that certain actions won't change the situation
Gotta work to show and get love
Emphasizing the necessity to work for love and validation
You know it's worse to throw away love
Stressing the importance of not disregarding love
Gotta work to show and get love
Reaffirming the necessity to work for affection and validation
Animals, animals, animals
Repeated emphasis on humans' connection to animals
We're all animals
Reiteration that humans are part of the animal kingdom
Animals, animals, animals
Re-emphasizing the idea that humans are animals
We're all animals
Restating that humans belong to the category of animals
Animals, animals, animals (I'm an animal, you're an animal)
Continued emphasis on the connection between humans and animals
We're all animals (I'm an animal, you're an animal)
Affirmation that humans are part of the animal world
Animals...
Final emphasis on the shared connection between humans and animals
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