Panacea
Panacea: A Musical Rebellion and the Quest for Identity
Lyrics
Burn all the ships down, gotta send the message I ain't leavin'
Burning the ships symbolizes commitment, no intention to leave.
Well there's no retreatin', this is my new home
Acceptance of a new situation as a permanent home.
How you plan to take the world over, when you can't win over your own city?
Questioning global ambitions when local acceptance is lacking.
Well they won't really miss me before I get up and go
Anticipation of being unnoticed when leaving the current place.
I'm not suited for life somewhere in-between, I'm not basic yet
Feeling unique, not conforming to a standard lifestyle.
Want to make my point clear, so I perfect my ar.tic.u.la.tion
Emphasis on clear communication and expression.
It's so frustrating when my thoughts wind up on the floor
Frustration when ideas or thoughts are not appreciated.
Got to get my head right, do you have a panacea?
Seeking a cure or solution for mental or emotional struggles.
Some pretty senorita sayin' more baby more baby more (add tilde over senorita)
Reference to a desire for more in relationships or life.
I'm on top of the world as far as I can see
Feeling on top of the world, a positive outlook.
God Bless Michigan
Expressing gratitude or acknowledgment for Michigan.
Well I'm out, grapplin' with ya
Engaging in a struggle or conflict with someone.
Watch my better days pass me by
Reflecting on missed opportunities and better days.
Well I've been losin' next to winners
Experiencing a pattern of being close to success but not winning.
Goin' far and wide just getting by
Traveling extensively, just managing to get by.
I'm not footin' the bill for something I don't need
Refusing to pay for unnecessary things or experiences.
I'm not desperate yet
Not feeling desperate despite challenges.
Got to knock em' dead tonight, got but one chance to make them love
Emphasizing the importance of making a memorable performance.
cnd say ‘Hey there buddy, that was one hell of a show'
Anticipating positive feedback after a great show.
cnd if I play my cards right, tomorrow I'll be in a different city
Planning for a future in a different city after a successful performance.
cnd have the opportunity to gripe about my life on the road
Expecting to have the chance to complain about the challenges of a life on the road.
I'm not footin' the bill for something I don't need
Reiteration of not paying for unnecessary things.
I'm up up in the air just shootin' the breeze
Being carefree and relaxed, casually chatting.
I'd rather die on my back than live on my knees
Prefering to face challenges and risks than compromise one's principles.
I'm not ready yet
Expressing a lack of readiness for something significant.
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