In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Step up to me, Step up to me
You wanna be a big time player
it's not to be
Look at all the snide ass
actin like a wise ass
I'll fuck up your face
and you'll never look back
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy?
Step up to me, Step up to me (PEZ!)(x2)
Step up to me, Step up to me
You wanna be a big time player
it’s not to be
Look at your face
look at your name
It's funny you’re a loser
with only yourself to blame
Cut your fucking hair now
scared of all the stare downs
You wanna be like me cause it's real
So you steal on your way to fame
Never gonna be
never gonna see
Your name in lights
you can always dream what ‘cha could've been
Clean up my shit
you look like a dick
Step to unemployment - step
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy? (x2)
Step! Step up to me – step up
You’re the enemy! (x2)
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy? (x2)
You're the enemy!
Step up to me, Step up to me (PEZ!)(x2)
Step up to me, Step up to me
You wanna be a big time player
it’s not to be!
You wanna be a big time player
it's not to be
Look at all the snide ass
actin like a wise ass
I'll fuck up your face
and you'll never look back
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy?
Step up to me, Step up to me (PEZ!)(x2)
Step up to me, Step up to me
You wanna be a big time player
it’s not to be
Look at your face
look at your name
It's funny you’re a loser
with only yourself to blame
Cut your fucking hair now
scared of all the stare downs
You wanna be like me cause it's real
So you steal on your way to fame
Never gonna be
never gonna see
Your name in lights
you can always dream what ‘cha could've been
Clean up my shit
you look like a dick
Step to unemployment - step
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy? (x2)
Step! Step up to me – step up
You’re the enemy! (x2)
So when you fall to the ground
And finally get back to reality
And no one else is around
So tell me how does it feel to be the enemy? (x2)
You're the enemy!
Step up to me, Step up to me (PEZ!)(x2)
Step up to me, Step up to me
You wanna be a big time player
it’s not to be!
Lyrics submitted by thewhitepony33
Add your thoughts
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.
Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!
More Featured Meanings
Standing On The Edge Of Summer
Thursday
Thursday
Gentle Hour
Yo La Tengo
Yo La Tengo
This song was originally written by a guy called Peter Gutteridge. He was one of the founders of the "Dunedin Sound" a musical scene in the south of New Zealand in the early 80s. From there it was covered by "The Clean" one of the early bands of that scene (he had originally been a member of in it's early days, writing a couple of their best early songs). The Dunedin sound, and the Clean became popular on american college radio in the mid to late 80s. I guess Yo La Tengo heard that version.
Great version of a great song,
I Can't Go To Sleep
Wu-Tang Clan
Wu-Tang Clan
This song is written as the perspective of the boys in the street, as a whole, and what path they are going to choose as they get older and grow into men. (This is why the music video takes place in an orphanage.) The seen, and unseen collective suffering is imbedded in the boys’ mind, consciously or subconsciously, and is haunting them. Which path will the boys choose? Issac Hayes is the voice of reason, maybe God, the angel on his shoulder, or the voice of his forefathers from beyond the grave who can see the big picture and are pleading with the boys not to continue the violence and pattern of killing their brothers, but to rise above. The most beautiful song and has so many levels. Racism towards African Americans in America would not exist if everyone sat down and listened to this song and understood the history behind the words. The power, fear, pleading in RZA and Ghostface voices are genuine and powerful. Issac Hayes’ strong voice makes the perfect strong father figure, who is possibly from beyond the grave.
When We Were Young
Blink-182
Blink-182
This is a sequel to 2001's "Reckless Abandon", and features the band looking back on their clumsy youth fondly.
Just A Little Lovin'
Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield
I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
yeah erm...o and o r right next to eachother....