Float
Flogging Molly Lyrics
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Wonder what my liver'd say
Drink, it's all you can
Blackened days with their bigger gales
Blow in your parlor to discuss the day
Listen, it's all you can
[Chorus]
But don't, don't sink the boat
That you need, you build to keep afloat
No don't, don't sink the boat
That you built...
Sick and tired of what to say
Jumped away from the ball and chain
Breath, it's all you can
Rambling years of lousy luck
You miss the smell of burning turf
Dream, it's all you can
[Chorus]
Singled out for who you are
Takes all types to be a man
Feel, it's all you can
Filthy suits with bigot ears
Hide behind their own worst fears
Live, it's all you can
It's all you can
It's all you can... Do
No matter where I put my head
I wake up feeling sound again
Breath, it's all you can
Tomorrow smells of less decay
Beats the bows that bloom the fray
Be thankful, it's all you can
But don't, don't sink the boat
That you built, you built to keep alfoat
But don't, don't sink the boat
That you built, you built to keep afloat
But don't, don't sink the boat
That you built, you built to keep afloat
No don't, no don't sink the boat
That you built,
We all built to keep afloat
A ripe old age
A ripe old age
I'm a ripe old age
That's what I am
Ripe old age
Ripe old age
A ripe old age
Just doin' the best I can
A ripe old age
A ripe old age
A ripe old age
That's what I am
A ripe old age
A ripe old age
A ripe old age
That's what I am
Just doin' the best I can
The best I can...
The song "Float" by Flogging Molly is a powerful commentary on the struggles of daily life and the importance of perseverance. The lyrics describe the desire to escape from the turmoil of daily life, and the many obstacles that can stand in the way of living a fulfilling life. Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's own sense of identity and purpose, even in the face of adversity. He urges listeners not to "sink the boat that you built to keep afloat," reminding them that they must maintain a sense of resilience and self-sufficiency even when things seem difficult.
In the first verse, the singer describes the desire to escape from daily life, to "drink away the rest of the day." This desire is a common one, as many people find themselves feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work or other responsibilities. The singer wonders what his liver might say about this behavior, highlighting the negativity that can arise from excessive drinking. However, he encourages listeners to "drink, it's all you can," suggesting that sometimes the only way to get through the day is to indulge in a bit of escapism.
The second verse describes the many challenges that can arise in daily life, from difficult conversations with others to the need to simply "dream" in order to make it through the day. The chorus repeats the message that listeners must "not sink the boat that [they] built to keep afloat," emphasizing the importance of perseverance and self-reliance. The third verse discusses the pressures of conformity and the need to "feel" in order to stay true to oneself. Finally, the song ends with a chorus repetition and a reminder that, even in a "ripe old age," we must continue to do the best we can.
Line by Line Meaning
Drank away the rest of the day
Spent the entire day drinking alcohol
Wonder what my liver'd say
Curious about the damage done to the liver by heavy drinking
Drink, it's all you can
Encouraging continued drinking as the only option left
Blackened days with their bigger gales
Difficult times and challenges are approaching
Blow in your parlor to discuss the day
Challenges call for solutions and strategies
Listen, it's all you can
Emphasizing the importance of actively listening to insights and solutions
But don't, don't sink the boat
Warning against self-destructive behavior
That you need, you build to keep afloat
Highlighting the importance of preserving oneself in order to stay afloat in life
Sick and tired of what to say
Frustrated and exhausted by constantly thinking about what to say
Jumped away from the ball and chain
Breaking free from a restrictive or oppressive situation
Breath, it's all you can
Encouraging deep breathing and taking things one step at a time
Rambling years of lousy luck
Experiencing a long period of misfortune and bad luck
You miss the smell of burning turf
Longing for the familiarity of home and its comforts
Dream, it's all you can
Holding onto hope and optimism for a better future
Singled out for who you are
Being scrutinized and rejected for one's identity
Takes all types to be a man
Recognizing that there is no one way to be a person
Feel, it's all you can
Acknowledge one's emotions and feelings
Filthy suits with bigot ears
Describing people who are powerful but intolerant
Hide behind their own worst fears
Being motivated by fear and anxiety
Live, it's all you can
Keep living, despite the obstacles and challenges life presents
No matter where I put my head
Regardless of where one goes or sleeps
I wake up feeling sound again
Waking up feeling healthy and capable again
Tomorrow smells of less decay
Looking forward to a better tomorrow
Beats the bows that bloom the fray
Choosing to move forward despite the challenges and obstacles ahead
Be thankful, it's all you can
Appreciate the good parts of life despite the challenges
A ripe old age
Reaching an old age
Just doin' the best I can
Trying one's best, no matter the age or circumstance
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bridget A Regan, David R King, Dennis Casey, George Edward Schwindt, Nathen Maxwell, Robert Anthony Schmidt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@iansingsiansings2101
I Love This Song!
2022 and been sober for 8 wks
my liver's probably enjoying the holiday
50 yrs of swillin'
It's good bein' sober
I learnt I couldn't drown myself
or the pain.
Haven't been this sober since I was
a teenager.
A New Adventure!
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@reggielewis4096
I've been fighting depression, anxiety and PTSD for over 10 years and this song just helps me fight for another day every time I listen to it
@mariamam5352
Same here...Bouts of severe clinical depression...But we have to FLOAT anyway...
@reggielewis4096
@@mariamam5352 I hope you overcome it soon.. stay strong
@trevorord6871
Mate, I’m 59 and I’ve been fighting the black dog for as long as I can remember.
Trust me on this, you’re bigger, tougher, stronger and better than the dog is.
You’ve got this!
@ceciliagaetecastillo9280
Keep fighting amigo. There is always a light at the end
@g.h.7661
Same… someone showed it to me & told me to follow the directions. So far, I’m still afloat. Not by much, but def above the water
@andrewkleinhenz8487
I want to thank the artist that made this video. Very powerful, reflective and deep. TRUE art. To the musicians, all the same. Can't tell you how much this song and video impacted me. Thank you
@user-by2mq9lo2e
What a band, what a song.
Im 68 from germany east.
The first time i hear this
music
Sooooo good, thank you.
@nothingreallymatters1015
"Don't sink the boat that you built you built to keep afloat"...
The most helpful words I've ever heard.