Lyrics
One! Two!
Setting the stage, counting off, creating a musical atmosphere.
Back then long time ago when grass was green
Reflecting on the past when things were more innocent and carefree.
Woke up in a daze
Awakening from a dreamlike state, possibly alluding to a sense of nostalgia.
Arrived like strangers in the night
Describing a moment of arrival with a sense of unfamiliarity, like strangers in the night.
(Fab! Doot, doot, doot doo)
Playful musical interjection, possibly emphasizing a magical or fabulous element.
Long time ago when we was fab (Fab!)
Recalling a distant past with a sense of nostalgia and using "Fab" as a nostalgic reference.
Back when income tax was all we had
Reflecting on a time when income tax was a significant concern.
Caressers fleeced you in the morning light
Describing a time when deceptive people took advantage of others in the morning light.
Casualties at dawn
Referring to casualties at dawn, possibly metaphorical for the consequences of actions.
And we did it all
Recalling engaging in various activities during that time.
(Fab! Doot, doot, doot doo)
Repeating the playful "Fab" interjection, emphasizing the nostalgic tone.
Long time ago when we was fab (Fab)
Reiterating the theme of reminiscing about the fabulous past.
In my world you are my only love
Expressing a deep emotional connection, declaring someone as the only love in the singer's world.
And while you're in this world
Addressing the challenges and threats in the current world.
The fuzz gonna come and claim you
Anticipating legal issues, possibly related to fame or success.
But you mo better wise
Advising to be wise when faced with challenges, especially those related to fame ("buzz").
When the buzz gonna come and take you away
Acknowledging the potential negative consequences that may separate the singer from their love.
Take you away. Take you away
Repeating the warning about being taken away, possibly emphasizing the inevitability of change.
The microscopes that magnified the tears
Describing the scrutiny and analysis of personal flaws through a metaphorical reference to microscopes.
Studied warts and all
Stating that despite close examination, life continued with its ups and downs.
Still the life flowed on and on
Emphasizing the continuity of life despite challenges and scrutiny.
(Fab! Doot, doot, doot, Gear!)
Playful interjection using "Gear" as a musical embellishment.
Long time ago when we was fab (Fab)
Reiterating the nostalgia for the fabulous past.
But it's all over now, baby blue
Declaring the end of a phase or situation, possibly referencing the famous song "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue" by Bob Dylan.
(Oo! doot, doot doot. Fab!)
Playful musical interjection, reinforcing the nostalgic theme.
Long time ago when we was fab
Reiterating the idea of remembering the fabulous past.
(Fab!) Like this pullover you sent me
Connecting a physical object (pullover) to the memories of the past.
(Fab! Doot, doot, doot. Gear!)
Playful interjection using "Gear" and expressing a strong influence or control over the singer.
And you really got a hold on me
Referencing the classic song "You Really Got a Hold on Me," suggesting a strong emotional influence.
(Fab! Doot, doot, doot, Gear!)
Repeating the playful "Gear" interjection, possibly emphasizing the enduring influence mentioned in the previous line.
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