Lyrics
I pack my things, time to get going
The narrator is preparing to leave or move on.
And hitched a ride into the ocean
Metaphorically, the narrator embarked on a journey into the unknown, represented by the "ocean."
Oh, I know I should get away, get away
Expresses a desire to escape or break free from something.
I pack my shit, time to hit the road
The narrator is ready to depart and start a new journey.
And drove my car into a black hole
Metaphorically, the narrator is heading towards a situation or experience with uncertain outcomes ("black hole").
Oh, I know I should but I don't wanna change
Despite recognizing the need for change, the narrator is hesitant or resistant.
I need to hold her, I need to touch her
The narrator craves intimacy and connection with someone ("her").
I need to hold her, I need to touch her
Reiterates the intense longing for emotional closeness or physical contact.
They're shooting at me, grinning through their teeth
Feels targeted or attacked by others ("shooting at me") with a facade of friendliness ("grinning through their teeth").
Not hitting a thing
The attacks or criticisms don't seem to have any real impact on the narrator.
Despite what it might mean, I'm not worrying
The narrator remains unconcerned about the potential consequences of the attacks.
Grinning through my teeth
Reflects the narrator's response, mirroring the behavior of those attacking.
My winter lake house is freezing cold
Describes the narrator's residence being uncomfortably cold during winter.
And my polar bear don't do what he's told
Metaphorically, someone or something ("polar bear") in the narrator's life isn't compliant or cooperative.
Oh, I know I should get away, get away
Reiterates the desire to escape or move away from an uncomfortable situation.
I need to hold her, I need to touch her
Reiterates the intense longing for emotional closeness or physical contact ("her").
I need to hold her, I need to touch her
Expresses a deep need for intimacy and connection.
They're shooting at me, grinning through their teeth
Similar to line 11, feeling targeted or attacked by others ("shooting at me") while pretending to be friendly ("grinning through their teeth").
Not hitting a thing
Despite the attacks, the narrator remains unaffected.
Despite what it might mean, I'm not worrying
Continued lack of concern about potential consequences despite being targeted.
I'm not worrying
Reiterates the lack of worry or concern despite the hostile actions.
They're shooting at me, grinning through their teeth
Repeated feeling of being targeted or attacked with false friendliness.
Grinning through my teeth
Reflects the narrator's response, mirroring the behavior of those attacking.
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