Jackson Cannery Lyrics

Lyric discussion by LittleBriddie 

Cover art for Jackson Cannery lyrics by Ben Folds Five

One thing I love about this song is how open to interpretation it is. What is the factory? It could represent any dead-end job, a life you don't want to lead, someone who is trapped into carrying on some family legacy. "Big brother" could be anyone better off. This song is about jealousy, being stuck in a rut, borderline madness, trying to please others, etc. I love it. Go Ben!