It's four o'clock

If I could turn my back on anything
I'd choose it to be you
I've lost all interest in almost everything that you do
You've more to do with complacency
And the whims and trims of children
Than any sort of worthwhile thing
Or the few folks left to feel them

Who am I but another fool who's flirting with divorce
Like every other thing
You keep my foolishness on course

Maybe there is someone else less like an awful void
Who might beckon me with open arms
And offer new employ
I've got to say I'm looking for it
But if it never comes
I'll think of when I love you
Before you were what you've become

Who am I but another fool who's flirting with divorce
Like every other thing
You keep my foolishness on course

Still we have our common ground
Which can never be annulled
To sing of the one who made us both
For he is wonderful


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    For me, I can relate to it in the way of the fact that music has evolved from crooning, soulful, and heartfelt to selfish, greedy, and fame-obsessed themes. Now, everyone has their opinions, but this one is just mine. You are free to think differently. :) To back up my thoughts on this (amazing) song, all you hear on the radio these days are songs about having 'swag', being attractive, being able to get girls/guys with the snap of a finger, having tons of money, having fancy clothes, and partying all night. Yes, It is good to think highly of yourself, but there is a line between being confident, and being cocky. I think of this song as a symbolic statement that music has became annoying due to the selfishness and differentially within the lyrics. :)

    xXMusicIsMedicineXxon May 19, 2013   Link

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