The use of Irony in Ed’s lyric is the strength of the song. A cheery catchy melody with a dark tragic lyric adds to the lyrical irony.
Being on the “A team” usually means being on the best team, but here it suggests being addicted to a schedule A drug, in the case crack.
“The best things in life are free” becomes “The worst things in life come to us for free.”
Ed’s gift was his ability to use poetic irony and a catchy melody at such a young age to explore a very dark subject.
Good on ya Ed.
The use of Irony in Ed’s lyric is the strength of the song. A cheery catchy melody with a dark tragic lyric adds to the lyrical irony. Being on the “A team” usually means being on the best team, but here it suggests being addicted to a schedule A drug, in the case crack. “The best things in life are free” becomes “The worst things in life come to us for free.” Ed’s gift was his ability to use poetic irony and a catchy melody at such a young age to explore a very dark subject. Good on ya Ed.