Chocolate Town
Ween Lyrics
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Couldn't hear the waste that I was makin'
Tired of the life I was facin'
Couldn't tell one from another
Couldn't hide a secret from my mother
Any other mother wouldn't bother
Makin' time breakin' ground
Sail brown bay to chocolate town
Got me on the porch I'm in the front row
Says "shit's for real man" like I don't know
Get your punk ass back to the dog show
Makin' time breakin' ground
Sail brown bay to chocolate town
A new breath I feel the grip releasin'
Scraping my guts off of the ceiling
I've got that sunny bunny feeling
Makin' time breakin' ground
Sail brown bay to chocolate town
Makin' time breakin' ground
Greyhound bus to chocolate town
The lyrics to Ween's "Chocolate Town" are open to interpretation, but a common thread is the singer's dissatisfaction with his life and his desire for change. He feels unable to taste or hear clearly, reflecting a general numbness or disconnection from his experiences. He also feels trapped by his inability to differentiate between things or keep secrets, perhaps suggesting a lack of autonomy or agency.
The singer seems to find some hope and relief in the idea of "Chocolate Town," which may represent a metaphorical escape from his current situation. He speaks of "breaking ground" and taking a Greyhound bus to get there, suggesting a willingness to work for change and endure hardship in pursuit of something better. The image of sailing from "brown bay" to "chocolate town" may also imply a journey from a less desirable or mundane place to a more vibrant or exciting one.
Overall, "Chocolate Town" is a catchy and upbeat song that combines pop, rock, and psychedelic elements. Its lyrics leave room for interpretation, but convey a sense of restlessness and optimism in the face of life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Couldn't taste the taste that I was tastin'
I was unable to enjoy the things in life that should be pleasurable.
Couldn't hear the waste that I was makin'
I was unaware of the negative impact that my actions were having on the world around me.
Tired of the life I was facin'
I was exhausted by the mundane and unsatisfying life that I was leading.
Couldn't tell one from another
I was unable to differentiate between similar things or individuals.
Couldn't hide a secret from my mother
No matter how hard I tried, I could never keep anything hidden from my mother.
Any other mother wouldn't bother
Most mothers wouldn't care about their child's secrets, but mine was different.
Makin' time breakin' ground
I was working hard to make progress and achieve success.
Sail brown bay to chocolate town
I was making a journey from a dull and uneventful place to a more exciting and promising one.
Got me on the porch I'm in the front row
I'm watching everything unfold firsthand and up close.
Says "shit's for real man" like I don't know
Someone is telling me that what's happening is serious or important, even though I'm already aware of it.
Get your punk ass back to the dog show
Someone is telling me to go back to my boring and insignificant life.
A new breath I feel the grip releasin'
I'm experiencing a sense of relief and a release from the tension that I've been feeling.
Scraping my guts off of the ceiling
I'm recovering from an intense emotional experience, perhaps one that made me feel sick or overwhelmed.
I've got that sunny bunny feeling
I'm feeling optimistic and positive about the future.
Greyhound bus to chocolate town
I'm taking a long journey on a bus to a better place.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AARON FREEMAN, MICHAEL MELCHIONDO, MICHAEL MELCHIONDO, JR.
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