Lyrics
From small beginnings rise the redwood
Symbolic reference to growth and strength, comparing it to the resilience of a redwood tree.
To oversee 2000 years
Reflecting on a long period of time, possibly suggesting a historical perspective.
From her vantage, we're all insects
Observing humanity from a higher perspective, diminishing individual significance.
From her stillness, we're all on speed
Contrasting the stillness of an observer with the fast-paced nature of human life.
Though each is different in its motion
Highlighting the diversity in human actions and behaviors.
There's perfection in the seed
Finding perfection in the beginning, possibly in the purity of intentions.
What is going down?
Pondering a situation or event and questioning its nature.
One man lives, one man dies
Expressing the inevitability of life and death, a common human experience.
One forgives, one gets crucified
Exploring themes of forgiveness and sacrifice.
Life just takes you to the bone
Life's challenges and hardships that profoundly affect a person.
One is faithful, one is not
Contrasting faithfulness and unfaithfulness in human relationships.
One gets high upon the cross
Referencing the crucifixion, possibly symbolizing personal sacrifice or suffering.
Life just takes you to the bone
Reiterating the impact of life's difficulties on an individual.
One born rich, one born poor
Highlighting socio-economic disparities and life's unpredictability.
Life's a bitch and I'm her whore
Expressing the harsh reality of life and its impact on an individual.
Life just takes you to the bone
Emphasizing the profound and unavoidable nature of life's challenges.
In the big picture
Considering the broader perspective of life.
Amongst humans
Noticing the intricate details and variations among humans.
There's such detail, light and shade
Acknowledging the complexity of human experiences, with light and shade representing contrast.
All the ranges of confusion
Referring to the diverse spectrum of human confusion and emotions.
I'm with the fat man
Mentioning a specific individual, possibly representing a metaphorical figure.
Life is change
Stating the inevitability of change in life.
What is going down?
Repetition of the question from line 13, emphasizing the uncertainty of events.
What you doing with that body?
Prompting introspection about one's physical self and actions.
It's just borrowed
Viewing the body as a temporary vessel, emphasizing impermanence.
You confuse yourself, you confuse yourself
Addressing self-confusion and internal conflicts.
You're not mind
Denying identification with the mind, emphasizing a deeper essence.
You're not thought
Rejecting association with thought, emphasizing a transcendental perspective.
You're not flesh
Disassociating from the physical body, suggesting detachment.
It's not yours
Challenging ownership and possession, suggesting a lack of control.
Take your foot off the gas
Advising to slow down and recognize the human essence within.
There's a human being in here
Acknowledging the duality of the self, implying a deeper layer beyond the immediate identity.
That's beside yourself
Recognizing a spiritual aspect within, beyond the ordinary self.
There's a spirit in here
Reiterating the coexistence of a spiritual presence with the self.
You're beside yourself
Advising self-awareness and connection with the spiritual aspect.
Slow down, reach out, I guess
Encouraging a mindful and intentional approach to life.
One just prays to be in love
Expressing a desire for love and connection.
The other one kills in the name of God
Highlighting the contrast between love and violence committed in the name of religion.
Life just takes you to the bone
Reiterating the profound impact of life's challenges on an individual.
One makes bombs in Palestine
Referencing geopolitical conflicts and the creation of destructive weapons.
Nothing to lose except his life
Describing a situation where an individual risks everything for a cause.
Just takes you to the bone
Concluding with the repeated acknowledgment of life's deep impact.
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