Lyrics
Nobody gives a duck
Nobody cares about your situation; the wordplay on "duck" instead of a more explicit term conveys a dismissive attitude.
Sorry you’re out of luck
Expressing sympathy for someone facing difficulties but suggesting that luck is not in their favor.
I try to sympathize
Attempting to understand and share feelings with the individual in a challenging situation.
Really don’t like to lie
Stating a dislike for dishonesty; a commitment to honesty even in difficult situations.
I know how you feel
Recognizing the emotional state of the person, possibly feeling unimportant or insignificant.
Like another cog in the wheel
Feeling like a small, replaceable part in a larger system or society.
Quacking for your meal
Metaphorically quacking, perhaps symbolizing seeking attention or validation in a mundane or unappreciated way.
Nothing here is real
Asserting a perception that nothing in the current situation feels genuine or authentic.
Nobody gives a duck
Repeating the sentiment that others are indifferent to the challenges or struggles faced.
Sorry you’re out of luck
Reiterating the idea that luck is not on the individual's side.
I try to sympathize
Continuing attempts to understand and share emotions genuinely.
Really don’t like to lie
Reaffirming a commitment to truthfulness and sincerity.
And I Just don’t really care
Expressing a lack of concern or interest in the problems faced by the person.
Nobody cares
Emphasizing the general apathy of others towards the individual's distress.
About your despair
Stating that nobody is interested in or cares about the difficulties experienced.
‘Cause I swear,
Swearing or making a strong assertion that the lack of concern is absolute.
Nobody gives a duck
Repeating the idea that others are indifferent to the person's challenges.
Sorry you’re out of luck
Restating the notion that luck is not favoring the individual.
I try to sympathize
Continuing efforts to understand and connect with the person emotionally.
Really don’t like to lie
Reiterating a commitment to honesty and openness.
Festers and it grows
Describing the worsening of a situation, possibly implying emotional or mental distress.
A fake smile and it shows
Suggesting that a forced smile reveals insincerity or inner turmoil.
Feather tickles your nose
Using a feather metaphorically to describe a minor irritation or discomfort.
That’s the way the world goes
Indicating resignation to the harsh realities of life, represented by the world's indifference.
Nobody gives a duck
Repeating the theme of general apathy towards the individual's struggles.
Sorry you’re out of luck
Reaffirming the notion that luck is not on the individual's side.
I try to sympathize
Continuing attempts to empathize and connect emotionally with the person.
Then I realize
Realizing the futility of efforts to understand or make a difference in the situation.
Nobody gives a duck
Repeating the idea that others are indifferent to the person's challenges.
Nobody gives a duck
Emphasizing the prevailing apathy of society or individuals.
(like queen) Nobody gives a duck
Comparing the lack of concern to the indifference associated with a queen; reinforcing the theme of neglect.
Nobody, Nobody, Nobody gives a duck
Reiterating the central theme that nobody cares or is interested in the individual's troubles.
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