Lyrics
too much wine, taken like a meal
Excessive consumption of wine, treating it like a substantial meal.
and building on this, I can't drive,
Unable to drive, possibly due to the influence of alcohol.
better take the wheel, or maybe we can,
Considering letting someone else take control of the situation, suggesting a lack of agency.
just stay here, justify the deal,
Suggesting staying in the current situation and finding reasons to justify it.
that's set in stone now, cause if not,
Emphasizing the permanence of a decision, as if it's "set in stone."
you can hear them say, lose it.
People around are urging or advising to lose control.
hey new leaf, I say find a better slave
Suggesting a fresh start or change and choosing a more advantageous or improved situation.
build a shrine, sweeter than meringue,
Encouraging the creation of something sweet and enduring, like a shrine, as opposed to something transient.
grow a little, show some spine,
Encouragement to grow and show strength or determination.
that's where you read your name, your name.
Suggesting that one's identity is found in taking such actions.
hey new leaf, I say find a cleaner slate
Similar to line 8, urging a fresh start but with a focus on cleanliness or purity.
((chorus))
Indication of a repeated section (chorus) in the lyrics.
pay the bill, as i plan on leaving, this evening,
Expressing a willingness to settle financial matters before leaving a place in the evening.
instill, cause i know you better, I'll never let them pay the bill.
Commitment to maintaining control and not letting others handle financial responsibilities.
leave this diner
A command to leave the current location, possibly the diner mentioned later in the lyrics.
pay the bill because all i want is,
Reiterating the importance of settling the bill as the main objective.
to leave this diner
Reiteration of the desire to leave the diner, highlighting a sense of urgency.
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