Black and Blue
Defying Conformity: Embracing Freedom in Young Offenders' Black and Blue
Lyrics
Well I do exactly what I want
Expressing the singer's determination to act independently and according to their own desires.
Even if you think it’s right or not
Asserting the singer's commitment to making choices based on personal conviction rather than external opinions.
You can do just as you please
Encouraging others to follow their own desires and make choices freely.
Because I don’t care it don’t phase me
Indicating a lack of concern for others' opinions or attempts to influence the singer.
Well I’m not perfect of that I’m sure
Admitting imperfection but emphasizing a refusal to waste time on self-doubt.
I’m not wasting my time no more
Stating a determination to avoid wasting time and energy on unproductive pursuits.
I don’t mind won’t tell you what to do
Expressing a non-judgmental attitude towards others' choices and decisions.
The world we live in it has control of you
Observing that societal norms and expectations exert control over individuals.
So I do what I want when I want to
Reiterating the singer's commitment to personal freedom and autonomy in decision-making.
You can try but I won’t listen to you
Rejecting the influence or advice of others, emphasizing independence.
You can beat me ’til I’m black and blue
Using metaphorical language to convey resilience in the face of adversity or opposition.
But I’ll still do what I want when I want to
Reaffirming the singer's determination to act according to personal desires despite challenges.
You're not livin' you’re all just slaves
Critiquing a perceived lack of true freedom, likening individuals to slaves under the control of money.
To the dollar sign break your backs all day
Highlighting the exhausting nature of working for financial gain, potentially at the expense of personal well-being.
Don’t you want a little more
Prompting contemplation on the desire for a more fulfilling life beyond the pursuit of material wealth.
There’s a big wide world for you to explore
Encouraging exploration of the vast opportunities and experiences available in the world.
9 to 5 has a purpose I guess
Acknowledging the practicality of a 9-to-5 job but suggesting it may not align with the singer's aspirations.
Gotta pay your bills and pay your rent
Recognizing the necessity of meeting financial obligations but questioning the fulfillment derived from it.
But I don’t wanna waste my life
Expressing a desire to avoid a life spent solely on earning money for others.
Making money for some other guy
Rejecting the idea of working to enrich someone else's life and ambitions.
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