White Line Fever
White Line Fever: A Journey Through the Depths of Desire
Lyrics
Well you better believe all the action's around here
Expressing that the central excitement or activity is present in the current location.
When the lights come on I'm gonna make it real clear
Anticipation of clarity or revelation when the lights come on, possibly referring to a performance or event.
Two weeks gone down in New Orleans
Recalling a past experience of two weeks spent in New Orleans.
You've got me crawlin' through the streets on my hands and knees
Describing a state of vulnerability, feeling desperate and crawling through the streets.
I've got it all baby black and white
Claiming possession of everything in a contrasting manner, black and white, suggesting completion or full control.
This time I'm gonna get it right
Determination to succeed this time, possibly after previous failures.
Lately I've been dealing with that white line fever
Acknowledging a struggle with an addiction or compulsion referred to as "white line fever."
And the hole she diggin' is getting deeper and deeper
Highlighting the escalating severity of the situation, with the mentioned hole getting deeper.
Just a chopped up hell cat breathin' smoke
Describing a reckless and fast lifestyle with a reference to a powerful car ("hell cat") emitting smoke.
Flippin' through the channels on my radio
Engaging with various media channels, possibly reflecting a scattered or distracted mindset.
How many times can I make this drive
Questioning the repetition of a journey or experience and the ability to endure it.
I've moved a mountain of cash but still survived
Highlighting financial success in the face of challenges, moving a significant amount of cash.
Spreading the word about the junk in play
Actively promoting or discussing illicit activities ("junk in play") to others.
She's livin' real fast right behind the flame
Portraying someone living recklessly, closely following danger or excitement.
I've got it all the pinks and the greens
Possession of various elements, possibly representing wealth or diversity in life experiences.
There's no honor among the thieves
Expressing skepticism or distrust, emphasizing a lack of honor among a group of people.
Now you just tryin' to keep up with the heat
Facing challenges and attempting to keep up with a demanding or intense situation.
Oh that dirty little secret creepin' up the street
Revealing a hidden or undisclosed aspect that is gradually approaching or becoming apparent.
The Jungle screams out real loud in the dark
Describing a chaotic and intense environment with a metaphorical "Jungle" that loudly expresses itself in the dark.
You can talk the talk but can you walk the walk
Questioning the ability to match words with actions, emphasizing the importance of authenticity.
I've got it all there aint nothin' to lose
Claiming possession of everything with a hint of defiance and a sense of having nothing to lose.
With them bottom line eyes and the walkin' paper blues
Describing a state of financial difficulty or instability, referred to as "walkin' paper blues."
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