Don't Die Again
Eternal Bonds: A Tribute to Unbreakable Friendship
Lyrics
Jeffrey Michael Roxborough, I hope you know that I can't go
Expressing concern for Jeffrey Michael Roxborough and conveying the inability to continue life without him.
On in my life, without you by my side
Stressing the essential presence of Jeffrey in the speaker's life.
If you died I would have cried and you'd have mocked my wussy eyes
Imagining the emotional impact of Jeffrey's death, with a hint of playful teasing about the speaker's sensitivity.
From your drum stool in the street punk sky
Envisioning Jeffrey in an afterlife as a punk musician in the sky, possibly referencing his influence or passion for punk music.
That's just how I feel, my brother
Reiterating the depth of the speaker's feelings for Jeffrey, emphasizing the unique bond as brothers.
I'd miss you like no other
Highlighting the irreplaceable nature of Jeffrey's presence in the speaker's life.
You can't be replaced, so don't fuck up your face
Advising Jeffrey not to harm his face, possibly metaphorically cautioning against self-destructive behavior.
We need that dirty smile around
Expressing the importance of Jeffrey's distinctive smile and presence in the speaker's circle.
Some sleep and drive, and some are still alive, but almost not you
Commenting on the fragility of life, acknowledging that some people survive while others, like Jeffrey, may face challenges.
And many others too
Noting that there are others facing similar struggles or risks.
If you died from something so stupid
Speculating about the potential causes of Jeffrey's death, expressing uncertainty and concern.
I don't know what I would do, you'd probably ruin food
Playfully suggesting that Jeffrey's death could have bizarre consequences, like ruining food.
That's just how I feel, my brother
Reiterating the uniqueness of Jeffrey's personality and impact on the speaker's life.
They built you like no other
Emphasizing the distinctive qualities that make Jeffrey irreplaceable.
You can't be replaced, so don't fuck up your face
Reiterating the caution against damaging one's face, possibly extending to preserving one's identity and uniqueness.
We need that dirty smile around
Stressing the continued need for Jeffrey's characteristic smile and presence.
Seeing you recover makes me warm
Expressing joy and relief at witnessing Jeffrey's recovery and the return of his characteristic smile.
Your dirty smile is back to norm
Acknowledging the restoration of Jeffrey's usual demeanor and personality.
Hold strong, have fun, keep your fingers away from my bum
Offering lighthearted advice to Jeffrey, mixing humor with genuine care.
My love, my friend, don't die again
Summing up the emotional connection, referring to Jeffrey as both a love and a friend while expressing a plea for him not to experience another near-death situation.
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