Savory
Jawbox Lyrics
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Framed to be consumed
Savory
Savoring your sympathy
Hey angel, fly over and bless me
See you feign surprise
That I'm all eyes
And you're all you need to be
Hey angel, whatever position
We consider fit
To put you in
You'll protest your complicity
Easy now
One hand will wash the other
One hand will wash the other
Hey angel, fly over and bless me
See you feign surprise
But I'm all eyes
And we're all we need to be, need to be
Easy now
One hand will wash the other
One hand will wash the other
The lyrics of Jawbox's song "Savory" are open to interpretation but seem to be addressing a specific person, referred to as "angel." The singer is addressing this person's position and suggesting that they are being framed or positioned to be consumed. The singer suggests that this angel is savoring their own sympathy and feigning surprise at something. The song seems to be a commentary on the idea of someone who is self-absorbed, self-satisfied, or self-centered. The singer suggests that this person is protesting their own complicity - perhaps indicating that they feel that they are not to blame for their own shortcomings or flaws.
The term 'savoring' is often used in relation to food or taste, so it's possible that the song is using this term to suggest that this person is 'savoring' their role or position, enjoying the attention or validation that comes with it. Alternately, the term could be suggesting that this person is 'savoring' their own emotions or feelings, enjoying the feeling of being persecuted or the attention that comes with playing the victim. The use of the word 'angel' could be seen as ironic or sarcastic, suggesting that this person views themselves as virtuous or saintly while behaving in a selfish or self-centered way.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey angel, consider your position
Addressing the angelic figure, the singer asks them to think about their current stance or circumstances
Framed to be consumed
The singer suggests that the angel is presented in a way that makes them desirable, perhaps as an object to be owned or consumed
Savory
The adjective savory implies that the angel is appealing, and perhaps tempting to the singer
Savoring your sympathy
The singer is enjoying the kindness or empathy shown by the angelic figure, who may be unaware of their own manipulations
Hey angel, fly over and bless me
The singer seeks more attention and affirmations from the angel, asking them to visit and provide some form of blessing
See you feign surprise
The singer expresses awareness that the angel is not truly surprised, and is likely acting or pretending
That I'm all eyes
The singer is intently focused on the angel, watching for any signs of approval or favor
And you're all you need to be
The angelic figure is complete and self-sufficient, not requiring the approval or admiration of others
Hey angel, whatever position
The artist concedes that the angel can choose any role or role befitting them
We consider fit
The artist acknowledges that they have a preconceived notion of what the angel should be or do, but ultimately this is up to the angel themselves
To put you in
This line implies that the singer believes they have some control over the angel's fate or actions
You'll protest your complicity
Here, the artist suggests that if the angel is placed in a compromising position, they will object or resist, perhaps pointing out the artist's own involvement in the situation
Easy now
The singer urges both themselves and the angel to take things slowly and with caution
One hand will wash the other
A common phrase, often meaning that two people will help each other out and provide mutual benefits
And we're all we need to be, need to be
The singer asserts that both they and the angel are fulfilled and complete individuals, not reliant on anyone else for validation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Robbins, Kim Coletta, William Barbot, Zachary Barocas
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Hey angel, consider your position
Framed to be consumed
Savory
Savory, your sympathy
Hey angel, fly over and bless me
See you feign surprise
And I'm all eyes
And you're all you need to be
Hey angel, whatever position
We consider fit to put you in
Your protest, your complicity
Easy now
One hand will wash the other
One hand will wash the other
Hey angel, fly over and bless me
See you feign surprise
And I'm all eyes
And we're all we need to be, need to be
Easy now
One hand will wash the other
One hand will wash the other
Songwriters
ROBBINS, JAMES/BARBOT, W.C./COLETTA, KIM/BAROCAS, ZACHARY
@fatshady95
the bassist is my history teacher no joke
@yogacholandha
Kim Coletta is so freakin cool.
@TommyMVSERVTI
Haha nice
@suggadeg
The bassist was a lot of people’s history teacher. At least she understands her complicity
@RyDawg084
That’s Awesome!! History Rocks
@nickcavini6952
Kim Coletta is a beast. So friendly.
@younggeezy4161
Bass player was my 8th grade history teacher, Ms. Coletta!
@SneedyKetler
Actually, they got the name right. Unless everyone on YT is family of Jawbox members, I think it’s a legit claim
@13nohead
II had only heard the Deftones cover of this for the past 10 years and finally listened to the original today. Damn what an amazing song. How did I never hear of Jawbox?!?
@danisverysad
Noah Sparger-Hurt They never received any commercial success outside this minor hit.