Neptune's Bounty
Navigating Cosmic Waves: A Tale of Art, Loss, and Redemption
Lyrics
On the cosmic waves I did surf
Expressing navigating challenges or experiences on a grand scale.
Didn't get the thanks I deserve
Feeling unrecognized for efforts or achievements.
From the solar rays that I climbed
Acknowledging overcoming difficulties in reaching a goal related to the sun.
To the interface I designed
Referring to creating an interface, possibly in a technological context.
What can I do to make you happy
Pleading for guidance on how to bring joy or satisfaction.
Aren't you glad that you had me
Questioning the appreciation for contributions made.
Have you seen the pictures I've taken
Highlighting visual creations and seeking approval.
If you won't smile will you at least fake it
Requesting a positive reaction, even if forced.
Belong at the Met
Feeling a sense of belonging to a prestigious institution like the Met (Metropolitan Museum of Art).
Don't say you forget
Asking not to deny recognition or connection.
Dealt with the devil and losing the bet
Reflecting on making deals with negative consequences.
My art gives me more than I get
Affirming that artistic expression provides personal fulfillment.
Search for ways to be of use
Expressing a desire to be helpful or valuable.
I swear the majority's obtuse
Frustration with the perceived lack of understanding from the majority.
Looking for someone to blame
Searching for someone to blame for challenges.
And it seems the perp bears my name
Feeling unfairly targeted or scapegoated.
Maybe I'm lost in the glory
Possibly getting lost in the pursuit of recognition and success.
Too focused on my side of the story
Admitting to being overly focused on personal experiences.
Before the right place right time
Reflecting on missed opportunities in the past.
To entertain others with my pantomime
Highlighting the purpose of entertaining others through art.
Belong at the Met
Reiterating a connection to the Met.
Don't say you forget
Emphasizing the importance of remembering and acknowledging.
Dealt with the devil and losing the bet
Repeating the theme of making deals with negative outcomes.
My art gives me more than I get
Reaffirming the personal value derived from artistic expression.
Funny thing when Apollo brings you down
Reflecting on a downfall brought about by pride (Apollo).
What a self-important foolish ghoulish clown
Acknowledging self-importance and foolishness.
Lost my religion and I learned
Experiencing a loss of faith or belief, learning about the malleability of fortune.
Fortune can be taken and earned
Contrasting the loss of connections (burning bridges) with the gain of opportunities (building a cloud).
Burning bridges to build a cloud
Creating a space where one's foolishness is accepted.
Where my idiocy is allowed
Having achieved a goal and preparing for more challenges.
Bounty's scored and prepared for more
Working hard to close a chapter or opportunity.
Worked for years just to close that door
Following advice but feeling secure in solitude.
Followed the advice of the preacher's son
Reiterating the connection to the Met.
I always did feel safe as the lonely one
Asking not to deny recognition or connection.
Belong at the Met
Emphasizing the personal value derived from artistic expression.
Don't say you forget
Repeating the theme of making deals with negative outcomes.
Dealt with the devil and losing the bet
Reaffirming the personal value derived from artistic expression.
My art gives me more than I get
Reflecting on a downfall brought about by pride (Apollo).
Funny thing when Apollo brings you down
Acknowledging self-importance and foolishness.
What a self-important foolish ghoulish clown
Reiterating the theme of a downfall caused by pride and self-importance.
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