Abram
José González Lyrics
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You're sleepwalking with a delirious head
You were programmed a long, long, long time ago
Your stories are old, old and your acclimation is slow
Oh, go to sleep
Not much of what you say makes any sense
Cook up some myths then ask for obedience
Even though you mean well, well most of the time
You've aided delusion and created bias in our minds
Oh, go to sleep
The opening lines of José González's song Abram seem to be directed at someone named Abram. The singer tells Abram to either wake up or go to bed, suggesting that Abram is currently in a state of limbo or confusion. González then says that Abram is "sleepwalking with a delirious head," implying that Abram is not fully aware of his actions or surroundings.
The second verse suggests that Abram may be a religious figure or a symbol of religious authority. González says that Abram was "programmed a long, long, long time ago," and that he tells "old stories" and is slow to adapt to new ideas. González is critical of Abram's teachings, saying that they "cook up some myths then ask for obedience." However, he also acknowledges that Abram means well and that he has inadvertently helped to create bias and delusion in people's minds.
Overall, González seems to be suggesting that faith and authority can be harmful if taken too literally or without question. He encourages Abram to either wake up to this fact or to rest and let go of his old teachings. The song is a thoughtful reflection on the role of tradition and belief in our lives, and it asks us to consider the ways in which these things can both enlighten and mislead us.
Line by Line Meaning
Abram, either wake up or go to bed
Either become aware or continue to blindly follow tradition
You're sleepwalking with a delirious head
Your actions are mindless and irrational
You were programmed a long, long, long time ago
Your beliefs and customs were established centuries ago
Your stories are old, old and your acclimation is slow
Your tales are outdated and your ability to adapt is limited
Oh, go to sleep
Sarcasm. The artist is encouraging the subject to continue their ignorance
Not much of what you say makes any sense
Your explanations lack logic and reason
Cook up some myths then ask for obedience
You invent justifications for your beliefs and demand acceptance
Even though you mean well, well most of the time
Despite good intentions, your actions have negative consequences
You've aided delusion and created bias in our minds
Your influence has caused misunderstanding and narrow-mindedness
Oh, go to sleep
Sarcasm. The artist is encouraging the subject to continue their ignorance
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOSE GONZALEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Débora Quinaud
love this song so much
p.b.palacios almafuerte
Yo también amo esta canción💜💜
Débora Quinaud
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I AM DC1
Love these type of song! All from Life Is Strange!! <3 They give me a peaceful feeling unlike any other. Yet these artist dont get as much recognition as they should.
Ulises Godínez Salcedo
This clips are awesome, i love it <3
Ser Abiótico
1:31 Creating bays on your mind
Abram Sumsion
Yo my name is literally abram
Lino Itkin
go to sleep abram
Friendly Fire
Not much of what you say makes any sense...