Zombie
Jamie T Lyrics
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Apart from frightening, the moaning and biting, seems to be a nice guy
And I know what she thinks when she looks at me, when she looks with such despair
You're not the only one around here who needs a bit of fresh air
'Cause I'm a sad sack, post teen, could have been a love machine
No dream, concrete, walking like a zombie
Like a zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane, caught up in a dirty rain
No pain, no gain, working like a zombie
Like a zombie
Well this old place here, man it's falling apart
She's on the road as she goes, but she won't get far
I'm on a show to parole to the toad in a hole
I've gotta grow some roots, gotta prop up the bar
I've got bloodshot eyes and there's blood in my teeth
I've got a ripped up jacket and a friend who's a thief
Well I'm a coughing out my mouth, trying to pull it out
But the fire inside keeps burning, burning out
'Cause I'm a sad sack, post teen, could have been a love machine
No dream, concrete, walking like a zombie
Like a zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane, caught up in a dirty rain
No pain, no gain, working like a zombie
Like a zombie
Oh you're running the situation
Don't be afraid to be a friend
'Cause I won't hurt you girl, or leave you unsaid
You make me live enough to love again
'Cause I'm a sad sack, post teen, could have been a love machine
No dream, concrete, walking like a zombie
Like a zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane, caught up in a dirty rain
No pain, no gain, working like a zombie
Like a zombie
'Cause I'm a sad sack, post teen, could have been a love machine
No dream, concrete, walking like a zombie
Like a zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane, caught up in a dirty rain
No pain, no gain, working like a zombie
Like a zombie
In Jamie T's song Zombie, he sings about his own struggles and feelings of being stuck in a never-ending cycle of monotony and dissatisfaction. He describes himself as a sad sack post-teen who could have been a love machine, but is now a walking zombie. This imagery is juxtaposed with the character of his lover, who seems possessed and frightening, but ultimately appears to be a nice guy. Jamie T believes that when his lover looks at him, she sees only despair and realizes that she too needs fresh air.
The second verse continues this theme of monotony and frustration with the state of his life. Jamie T describes a rundown environment that he is trapped in, but he still finds some comfort in going to the bar and prop himself up. He is plagued with physical and emotional pain, but he cannot escape the burning passion within him that keeps the fire going. The chorus repeats itself as Jamie T reinforces his feelings of being trapped in a cycle of numbness and frustration.
Overall, Zombie is a song that explores the bleakness and monotony of life in modern society. Jamie T expresses his dissatisfaction with the state of his life and his longing for escape. However, even though he feels trapped, he is still able to find some comfort in the fire that burns within him.
Line by Line Meaning
Love she sees apart from me, possessed behind the eyes
She sees love in someone else's eyes that she does not see in mine
Apart from frightening, the moaning and biting, seems to be a nice guy
Although he may seem frightening, the person she loves appears to be a nice guy
And I know what she thinks when she looks at me, when she looks with such despair
He knows what she is thinking when she looks at him with such negative emotion
You're not the only one around here who needs a bit of fresh air
He is telling her that she is not the only one who needs to escape this environment
'Cause I'm a sad sack, post teen, could have been a love machine
He is a sad and unsuccessful young adult who could have been a lover
No dream, concrete, walking like a zombie
He has no hopes or aspirations, stuck in a routine like a lifeless zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane, caught up in a dirty rain
He is working hard and always on the go, but in a negative, difficult situation
No pain, no gain, working like a zombie
He is working tirelessly, putting in effort and not getting any rest like a zombie
Well this old place here, man it's falling apart
The environment they are in is in disrepair and in need of improvement
She's on the road as she goes, but she won't get far
The girl he loves is trying to escape but won't go very far
I'm on a show to parole to the toad in a hole
He is following a routine, going through the motions like a puppet
I've gotta grow some roots, gotta prop up the bar
He needs to establish himself and find something to hold onto
I've got bloodshot eyes and there's blood in my teeth
He is exhausted and possibly injured
I've got a ripped up jacket and a friend who's a thief
He looks disheveled and associates with questionable characters
Well I'm a coughing out my mouth, trying to pull it out
He is sick and trying to get better
But the fire inside keeps burning, burning out
His energy and passion is fading away
Oh you're running the situation
She is in control of the situation and what happens next
Don't be afraid to be a friend
He is telling her not to be scared of him and to be his friend
'Cause I won't hurt you girl, or leave you unsaid
He promises not to hurt or abandon her
You make me live enough to love again
She has given him a reason to live and love again
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMIE ALEXANDER TREAYS
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Love, she sees apart from me
Possessed behind the eyes
Apart from the frighting
The moaning the biting
He seemed to be a nice guy
And I know what she thinks when she looks at me
When she looks with such despair
You're not the only one around here who needs a bit of fresh air
Cause I'm a sad sad post teen
Caught up in the love machine
No dream, come clean
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
And I'm a coal train, fast lane
Caught up in the dirty rain
No pain, no gain
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
Well, this old place here, man it's falling apart
She's on the road as she goes, but she won't get far
I'm on a show to parole to the toad in the hole
I gotta grow me some roots, I got a prop at the bar
I got blood shot eyes, and there's blood in my teeth
I got a ripped up jacket and a friend who's a thief
Well I'm a frothin' at the mouth, tryna pull it out
But the fire inside keeps burning, burning out
Cause I'm a sad sad post teen
Caught up in the love machine
No dream, come clean
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
And I'm a cold train, fast lane
Caught up in the dirty rain
No pain, no gain
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
Hold your own in the situation
Don't be afraid to be a friend
Cause I won't hurt you
Girl or leave you a loose end
You make me alive enough to love again
Cause I'm a sad sad post teen
Caught up in the love machine
No dream, come clean
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
And I'm a cold train, fast lane
Caught up in the dirty rain
No pain, no gain
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
Cause I'm a sad sad post teen
Caught up in the love machine
No dream, come clean
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
And I'm a cold train, fast lane
Caught up in the dirty rain
No pain, no gain
Walking like a zombie, like a zombie
@hannahenfield8693
This man is a legend.
Every song he brings out is so good. My personal favorite is calm down dearest but i could listen to any of his songs on repeat for the rest of my life
@gmason5277
Brilliant artist
@edforbes1563
Love calm down dearest
@Naileira
My auntie died two weeks ago. This song was on the radio when my mom and I were riding as fast as possible for saying farewell to her. Every time I listen to it, I remember the ride. Love you, tía Mela ⚔️
@DaMoonman1
I have been listening to Jamie T for many years and he hasn't made a bad song yet!!! Keep it coming brother!!!!
@Rockmandu69800
I've just discovered this band, and it's a really good one ! Keep going like that! ;)
@M_Morgan95
Been a fan of Jamie since the start. Anyone being negative about this, while you are welcome to your own opinion, should have more faith. He has an insane amount of talent, and this song is no different. I for one can't wait for the new album.
@conormcmen
Lyrics have always been stellar for Jamie T, and this one is defnately up there too in the verses. People just listen to the chorus which is a bt more accessible in style and write off the song sadly even though they say they're fans.
@totvick
Same shit here. Just askin', no offence. How old are u? I am 47. Just trying to figure out why some emotions can be hidden so deep inside, that people prefer not to mention anything their existance? And there's only one 21-year lad who sais look it's just everythhere...
@bethovengonzalez6999
Desde México les mando un saludo. Un gran mensaje tiene su letra. Sin dolor no hay ganancia y así es. . Felicidades Jamie T👌👍