Lyrics
Well, I've been down so goddamn long
Expressing a prolonged period of hardship or struggle.
That it looks like up to me
Suggesting that the speaker's perspective has shifted, finding hope or improvement in their situation.
Well, I've been down so very damn long
Reiterating the long duration of difficult times.
That it looks like up to me
Continuing to emphasize the perception of improvement despite the challenges.
Yeah, why don't one of you people
Addressing others, perhaps seeking assistance or understanding.
A-come on and set me free?
Pleading for freedom or release from the difficult circumstances.
I said, warden, warden, warden
Directly addressing a warden, likely a figure of authority or control.
Won't you break your lock and key?
Requesting the warden to release the speaker by breaking the metaphorical "lock and key."
I said, warden, warden, warden
Repeating the plea to the warden for liberation.
Won't ya break your lock and key?
Emphasizing the urgency of breaking the constraints.
Yeah, come along here, mister
Inviting someone, possibly the warden, to allow the speaker to be free.
Come on and a-let the poor boy be
Asking for the speaker's freedom, portraying the speaker as someone in need.
Baby, baby, baby
Addressing a person (baby) and requesting a humble gesture, possibly for forgiveness or understanding.
Won't you get down on your knees?
Asking someone to show humility or submission.
Baby, baby, baby
Repeating the request for a humble act, possibly seeking support or compassion.
Won't you get down on your knees?
Continuing to ask for a submissive gesture, perhaps indicating a need for help or love.
Come on, little darlin'
Inviting someone affectionately to share their love.
Come on, a-give your love to me, oh yeah
Reiterating the call for love and connection, expressing a desire for emotional support.
Well, I've been down so goddamn long
Repeating the theme of enduring hardship but with a twist of hope.
That it looks like up to me
Reiterating the transformed perspective on the difficult times.
Well, I've been down so very damn long
Expressing the extended duration of challenges, yet maintaining a positive outlook.
That it looks like up to me
Continuing to emphasize the speaker's improved perception of their situation.
Yeah, why don't one you people
Addressing others again, urging them to contribute to the speaker's freedom.
Come on
Encouraging action, possibly suggesting that collective effort is needed for liberation.
Come on
Repeating the call for action, reinforcing the plea for freedom.
Come on and set me free
Reiterating the invitation for others to set the speaker free.
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