Selling Out
Selling Out: Crafting a Musical Legacy of Independence and Integrity
Lyrics
Casey always said keep your feet on the ground
Casey advises to stay grounded while reaching for ambitious goals.
And keep on reaching for the stars
Encouragement to aspire for greatness.
The view from on high makes it all seem so small
Perspective from high places makes challenges seem small.
But down here it seems so very large
Contrast between the perspectives from above and below.
When I was born the Lord above cursed me with this music bug
God gave the singer a passion for music from birth.
Said now go and make your own way
Instructions to forge an independent path in music.
Said don't come bother me to rescue you from misery
Advice not to seek rescue from hardships.
I gave you what you need to be OK
Assurance that necessary tools for success are provided.
Selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Clarification that 'selling out' doesn't imply compromising values.
It's who you answer to, my friend
The importance of being accountable to the right influences.
I laid some bricks and swept some floors
Reference to hard work in different forms to create music.
To write some words and strum some chords
Connecting physical labor to the creative process.
Selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Reiteration that 'selling out' doesn't compromise principles.
I think of the music and the different kinds I love
Reflection on diverse music preferences.
I'm sure I could sing you every word
Confidence in knowing lyrics to beloved songs.
And when my songs complete I've made some music, tapped my feet
Achievement in completing a song and ensuring its recognition.
I'll make sure that my song gets heard
Determination to have one's music heard by others.
Selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Reaffirmation that success doesn't compromise integrity.
That's the difference in the end
Highlighting the crucial distinction in the end result.
I work all day to play all night
Balancing work and play, emphasizing hard work for correctness.
Working hard to do it right
Persistence in working hard to achieve goals.
Selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Reiteration that success doesn't mean compromising values.
Looking over my tired shoulder
Reflection on the past with a futuristic perspective.
I stare at my past with an eye from the future
Examining past experiences with a forward-looking viewpoint.
Those old worries make great stories
Past worries becoming interesting stories to share.
The ones I'm telling you now
The singer shares past worries with the listener.
Selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Reiteration that success doesn't imply compromising values.
What's the problem here my friend
Questioning the issue at hand, emphasizing adherence to principles.
I've paid my dues and done what's right so I can sleep so well at night
Having fulfilled obligations, resulting in peaceful nights.
When I write the words I sing, I won't change a single thing
Commitment to maintaining authenticity in songwriting.
If I die without a dime, they'll say I never wasted time
Acceptance of potential financial struggles without regret.
Because selling out don't mean that I'm buying in
Reaffirmation that success won't compromise principles.
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