This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
It's cool being the only one, but it's lonely
I could have fallen in the stove
A thousand times before if only someone had known me
They say there's someone for everyone
Oh plus the word will be never done
When all you need is to be meet half way but nobody tries
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
There are hills and mountains between us
Always something to get over
Needless to say it's a wonderful day
I just noticed how nice it was to know ya
Oh, but be ready to sacrifice
If you love him you should tell him twice
Because when everything that's alive
Ultimately dies oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Somebody's watchin' maybe you want 'em to see you
But with your regrets and secrets
You don't really want them to be you
Well you can make believe I'm that
And for now I'll be just fine
But when the child grows up to have more than just your eyes
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Now the ending to every story is most enchanting
Now whether it's heaven or hell I wear it well
Please forgive me for rambling I just wanted ya'll
To know that I don't know it all
So when that big o'l smile ends up being just a disguise
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
Oh, oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
I said don't be
Don't be surprised
There's nothing left in here
That's surprising baby prising baby
I could have fallen in the stove
A thousand times before if only someone had known me
They say there's someone for everyone
Oh plus the word will be never done
When all you need is to be meet half way but nobody tries
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
There are hills and mountains between us
Always something to get over
Needless to say it's a wonderful day
I just noticed how nice it was to know ya
Oh, but be ready to sacrifice
If you love him you should tell him twice
Because when everything that's alive
Ultimately dies oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Somebody's watchin' maybe you want 'em to see you
But with your regrets and secrets
You don't really want them to be you
Well you can make believe I'm that
And for now I'll be just fine
But when the child grows up to have more than just your eyes
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Now the ending to every story is most enchanting
Now whether it's heaven or hell I wear it well
Please forgive me for rambling I just wanted ya'll
To know that I don't know it all
So when that big o'l smile ends up being just a disguise
Don't be surprised
Don't be surprised
Oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
Oh, oh, Lord
Don't be surprised
I said don't be
Don't be surprised
There's nothing left in here
That's surprising baby prising baby
Lyrics submitted by lestat86, edited by ChipperSpiff, Shutyourmouth2
Surprise Lyrics as written by Ron Dante Gene Allan
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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I really don't think that's what the song is about. Its about not expecting life to always be the same. About how you have to make your own life.
The first verse is saying how if you're always introverted, you can't expect the love of your life to just come find you.
The second is saying when you're in relationships, you can't expect the people in those relationships to always be there, so you have to work to make it as good as you can, tell people you love them, etc. Don't be surprised when they're no longer there to tell.
The third is saying when you have kids, you can't hide your problems and trials from them. If you hide it all away, don't be surprised when they grow up to be just as ugly on the inside as you.
The last verse is about Cee-Lo himself. He's saying how no matter what he's going through, he always looks the same, but he's admitting to not always being so wise. So don't be surprised if one day we find out his "big ol' smile" is hiding something darker.