Key Largo
ARBES Lyrics
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why you wasting it?
Sulphate
soul can't breathe straight
Sold and loaded
with arms spread stolen
in a forward motion
Wavering,
for your warmth it's worth amber and gold
palms already worn
The lyrics of Arbes's song Key Largo could be interpreted as a commentary on the destructive nature of drug addiction. The opening lines "Wasted, why you wasting it?" suggest that the singer is addressing someone who is squandering their life and potential on drugs. The reference to "sulphate" could be interpreted as a reference to amphetamines, which stimulate the central nervous system and can cause shortness of breath and respiratory problems.
The second verse, "Sold and loaded with arms spread stolen in a forward motion we'll dissolve slower," suggests that the singer is describing a drug addict who has sold everything they have to feed their habit and is now trapped in a downward spiral from which they cannot escape. The repetition of the phrase "forward motion" suggests that the addict is always moving towards their next fix, even though it is destroying them.
The chorus, "Wavering, for your warmth it's worth amber and gold palms already worn," suggests that the addict is willing to do anything to get their next fix, even if it means sacrificing their health, relationships, and financial stability. The reference to "amber and gold" could be interpreted as a reference to the color of drugs like heroin or opioids that are often associated with warmth and pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
Wasted,
Feeling useless and purposeless,
why you wasting it?
Questioning why time and energy are being squandered,
Sulphate soul can't breathe straight
Feeling suffocated and unable to think or act clearly,
Sold and loaded
Completely invested and committed,
with arms spread stolen
Having taken something that wasn't rightfully theirs,
in a forward motion
Moving ahead without looking back,
we'll dissolve slower
The situation will gradually and steadily come to an end,
Wavering,
Uncertain and unsteady,
for your warmth it's worth amber and gold
The affection and connection with the person is so valuable and cherished,
palms already worn
Hands that have worked hard and are showing signs of age and wear.
Contributed by Jordyn N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chriscraig6410
Wasted,
why you wasting it?
Sulphate
soul can't breathe straight
Sold and loaded
with arms spread stolen
in a forward motion
we'll dissolve slower
Wavering,
for your warmth it's worth amber and gold
palms already worn
@bernardosax
The vibe of this song makes me want to cry.
@phasmatodea1
I'm so glad I found the name of this song. I first heard it in a YouTube video but it was faintly playing in the background while someone was talking, so I couldn't make out the lyrics. It was pretty elusive. I posted a link to the video on reddit in an indie music thread and asked if anyone could identify the song. Within minutes, someone commented and redirected me to Arbes' album on Spotify which featured this song. I was so happy!
@Slashycent
I finally found it again. For around one entire year I occasionally had this song playing in my head but was struggling to find it because I was somehow convinced that it was from the band SALES since their similar in style but it obviously wasn't. At one point I even wondered if I had just dreamt this song lol. But then I listened to the song that used to be prior to this on my playlist and it all clicked. Great song.
@diealysse
This song and the picture makes me miss summer vacation. 😳
@mariacarolinaresende4556
Vou ouvir 300 vezes essa música e não vo enjoar
@sebadios99
I'm a sociologist, and I say that this is sociologically better than despacito
@TheOpenPool
Tune for the beautiful.
@BoomCliq
I needed this. :')
@proflogik4110
love it....
@park7854
what a jam