| Talking Heads – (Nothing But) Flowers Lyrics | 6 years ago |
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I think the overall message that comes across in this song is - be careful what you wish for. While there are times when we as humans may long for a much simpler way of life, this song offers a glimpse of how differently our society might function if all of our creature comforts (cars, stores, restaurants...etc) were no longer there. I also love the contrast between the music and the lyrics of the song. As it's calypso rhythm calls to mind images of warmth and paradise, the lyrics offer a counter-balance as Byrne (somewhat eerily) sings about the before and after. It reminded me of the 'Life After People' series on the History Channel a few years back....lol Great song! |
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| Faith No More – King For A Day Lyrics | 11 years ago |
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I'm not sure if it's about drugs specifically as mentioned in previous posts. To me, the theme of desperation certainly comes across in the lyrics. Generally, I think the song is about being mindful of who you put your faith in when you're in need of help or guidance - those who offer answers 'too good to be true'. I think it's about the initial joy and relief of having someone to rely on, only to be left with the lasting bitterness of having been taken advantage of. Hence, 'King For A Day, Fool For A Lifetime'. |
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| Steely Dan – Razor Boy Lyrics | 13 years ago |
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My interpretation of this song is that no matter how high a level of happiness or success we may achieve within our own lives, we never know if something might be lurking around the corner that could jeopardize all of it. The 'Razor Boy' symbolizes that 'something' whether it be a loss of a job, bankruptcy, illness, death, natural disaster...etc. He represents the unexpected turn of events in life that can 'cut' us down to where we're at our most vulnerable. The lines referring to 'women in cages' could refer to those in abusive relationships as mentioned in some of the other comments I've read. But less specifically, I think 'women in cages' could also refer to anyone who's spent any length of time trying to work through a personal struggle or hardship - anyone who's never known the pleasure of owning 'fancy things'. To me, 'Razor Boy' is song about having to face humility. It poses the questions: Would you be able to carry on if your life were to be turned completely upside down? and Could you go from having it all one day, to losing everything the next? |
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