Russian Roulette
Numbers Unveiled: The Enigmatic Dance of Life in Russian Roulette
Lyrics
1 is where I'd like to be 2's a crowd
Expressing a preference for being alone (1 person) rather than in a crowd (2 people).
With 3 we have an argument
Conflict arises with three people, creating a situation that is too noisy or chaotic.
That's way way too loud 4 you see's divided
Number 4 symbolizes division or separation in the situation described.
5 is in a mess 6, well - six is perfect
Number 5 suggests disorder or confusion.
When we need to throw those eggs 7 trumpets
Number 6 is seen as a perfect or ideal state, especially in the context of throwing eggs (possibly a metaphor).
8 we'll fall 9 - the lives they'll give you
Reference to trumpets at number 7, and falling at 8, creates a sense of impending danger or collapse.
When you're high up on that wall
Being high on a wall (metaphorically) can lead to receiving lives but may also involve risks or sacrifices.
10 is this year 11's next
Numbers 10 and 11 mark a progression of time, with 12 representing a moment of anticipation or tension.
12's the time we'll hold our breath
Reference to holding one's breath at 12 suggests a moment of suspense or waiting.
13 suppers 14 wives
Numbers 13 and 14 refer to suppers and wives, possibly signifying mundane or routine aspects of life.
Save the marmalade for 15 flies
The mention of saving marmalade for flies at 15 may imply preserving something for less significant or unimportant matters.
16's tempting 17's old
Number 16 is described as tempting, and 17 as old, suggesting a lure toward something enticing yet aged or experienced.
18's on the front line aiming
Number 18 is positioned on the front line, aiming, possibly indicating a position of risk or responsibility.
Heart turned cold your heart turned cold
The repetition of "Heart turned cold" emphasizes a significant emotional shift or change.
Is this why you're here?
Pose a question about the motivation or reason for being in the current situation.
Is this why you're here?
Your number's up the chips are down
Suggesting a situation of risk or uncertainty with the phrase "Your number's up, the chips are down."
You thought you counted
Reflection on counting or assessing one's circumstances, possibly realizing a disadvantageous position.
(Is this why you're here?)
Potentially a repetition of the question, reinforcing the theme of questioning one's purpose or presence.
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