Lyric discussion by toolfan1883 

Cover art for Ancient Man lyrics by Deadboy and the Elephantmen

It is definitely as stated above in the lyrics. Champiodi is wrong; sorry, but it is true.

Now I envy the night for it's absence of light seems a direct allusion to Nietszche. Which would give this song an incredibly deep meaning. I'm just not sure Dax is ever that cognizant of his songs meanings...