Lyrics
You said oh, when I die dress me
You expressed a wish or instruction that upon your death, you should be dressed in Johnnie Walker Blue.
In Johnnie Walker Blue
Refers to a specific type of whiskey, implying a desire for a luxurious or special farewell.
Cuz this story is fleeting and it
The narrative or situation being described is transient, and it might conclude prematurely.
Just might end too soon
There's a sense of uncertainty about the story's continuation, suggesting it could end abruptly.
Sometimes I laugh, but mostly I cry
The emotional response oscillates between laughter and tears, with crying being the predominant reaction, indicating a deep emotional turmoil.
At how it feels like everyone's
Expresses a feeling of shared experience where everyone seems resigned to an inevitable fate.
Just waiting around to die
Implies a sense of hopelessness or resignation towards life, where individuals seem to anticipate their inevitable demise.
You said your talk is cheap
You mentioned that someone's words or advice lack significant value, especially when it comes to personal matters.
But keep your two cents to yourself
Encourages keeping personal opinions to oneself, particularly regarding advice or opinions about the speaker's identity.
Don't preach who I should be
Advises against preaching or dictating how the speaker should behave when they are alone or introspecting.
When I am by myself
Emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and self-discovery without external influences.
I might not be good, but you know I try
Admits personal imperfection but asserts an effort to do better or improve.
Instead of feeling like sitting here
Rather than succumbing to a sense of stagnation or despair, there's an inclination to avoid idleness and work towards progress.
And waiting around to die
Resisting the feeling of being stuck and waiting for an inevitable end.
You said
(Repeated line) Mentions the instruction or sentiment previously stated.
There's holy dirt there's sweet thoughts
Suggests that even in impure or unconventional thoughts, there can be purity or goodness, and rationality will prevail over baseless falsehoods.
In a dirty mind our common sense will rise
Highlights the capacity for valuable or positive ideas in a mind that might be considered dirty or unconventional.
Above their senseless lies
Advocates rising above nonsensical or deceitful narratives by uniting and making a meaningful impact.
Let's come together, let's make some noise
Encourages collective action or protest instead of surrendering to despair or resignation.
Instead of feeling like giving in
(Repeated line) Rejects the idea of giving up or passively waiting for an unavoidable end.
And waiting around to die
Reinforces the resistance against succumbing to a passive acceptance of fate and instead advocates for active participation in life.
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