Treat Me How You Like
Embrace the Fire Within: The Wise Bloods' Anthem of Resilience
Lyrics
Alway's
Expressing a sense of permanence or continuity.
Forever and always
Reiterating the idea of enduring commitment.
Reggae music is my life
Declaring a deep connection to reggae music as a central part of life.
You could never steal my light
Asserting resilience and the inability to have one's positive energy taken away.
Don't call me boy
Rejecting the term "boy" as inappropriate or disrespectful.
More fitting you call me sire
Expressing a preference for a more respectful address, suggesting authority or respect.
You mighty comfy there
Questioning the comfort of the current situation or relationship.
Do you like to see me tire?
Asking if the observer enjoys witnessing exhaustion or hardship.
Well just sit and enjoy
Encouraging the observer to relax and enjoy the present moment.
'Cos soon I'll being the fire
Hinting at the upcoming intensity or passion, possibly in the form of music ("fire").
Believe I work long and hard
Claiming hard work with the anticipation of a reward.
Soon you'll be the one to replace my tyres
Suggesting a future shift in roles or power dynamics.
Eyy
An exclamation expressing emphasis or agreement.
Oh, alright, you just treat me how you like
Accepting a passive stance, allowing others to treat the speaker as they please.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Repeating the acceptance of being treated without resistance.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Continuing the theme of passive acceptance.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Reiterating the acceptance of being treated in any manner.
I would be happy amongst the birds and the trees
Expressing a desire for simplicity and connection with nature.
But this oil society bring me to my knees
Conveying the impact of modern society on the speaker's well-being.
I won't take no slant for long
Refusing to tolerate unfair treatment for an extended period.
So its best that you see that this heart burns strong
Asserting emotional strength despite challenges.
We take note when we get on
Noticing or acknowledging events as they unfold.
Believe mate it won't be long
Emphasizing that positive outcomes will happen soon.
We take note when we get on
Repeating the idea of taking note of significant events or developments.
I won't forget that you done me wrong
Promising not to forget instances of mistreatment or betrayal.
Oh, alright, you just treat me how you like
Restating the acceptance of being treated in any manner.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Reiterating the theme of passive acceptance.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Continuing the acceptance of being treated without resistance.
I said, Oh, alright you just treat me how you like
Repeating the idea of being treated in any manner.
Not each and everyone in the world can have their shoes shined
Highlighting the idea that not everyone can enjoy the same privileges or luxuries.
So take the chance to share the love
Encouraging the sharing of love and positive experiences.
Or soon we turn the tide
Warning of a potential shift or reversal in circumstances.
Eeeyy
An exclamation expressing emphasis or agreement.
Alright
An affirmative response or agreement.
Treat me how you like
Repeating the acceptance of being treated without resistance.
Alright
Continuing the theme of passive acceptance.
Treat me how you like
Reiterating the idea of being treated in any manner.
Treat me how you like
Repeating the acceptance of being treated without resistance.
Treat me how you like
Reiterating the idea of being treated in any manner.
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