Carousel
A Tribute to Blink 182 Vol.2 Lyrics
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Off to ride the carousel
Off to gather kind words and compliments
In a very short dress
In a very short dress
Leftovers and lovers
Consumed before the light
As long as there is night
Losing coats and hats in lovers? cars
You're losing friends
You don't know who they are
Climbing ladders that don't interest you
Chasing rabbits, well, you always do
Tie your tiger to an old tree root
You're sticking pins inside your soldier?s boots
Want everything, everything, everything
Everything, everything
Leftovers and lovers
Consumed before the light
Every one looks pretty
As long as there is night
The lyrics of Carousel by A Tribute to Blink 182 Vol.2 talks about the desire to pursue immediate pleasure, attention, and admiration without considering its consequences. The song starts with the singer observing a woman going to ride the carousel, dressed scantily, seeking compliments and positive attention. The following lines refer to the excessive consumption of relationships without considering their value, the inability to distinguish between real friends and just acquaintances, and the pointless pursuit of things without any genuine interest. The chorus emphasizes the theme, indicating that people feel and look good as long as they have short-term pleasures, indicating that they do not value long-lasting and meaningful relationships.
The song's lyrics, while seeming critical, can also be reflective of the human condition. It highlights the desire for, and the apprehension towards, the immediate delights of life. It's a nod to the fear of missing out (FOMO) that exists in the present-day, consumeristic culture. It asks us to think; what truly brings us happiness: the instant gratification of life or the rich and enduring relationships that we build with others over time.
Line by Line Meaning
There she goes again
The subject is repeating a familiar pattern of behavior
Off to ride the carousel
Engaging in a cycle of seeking validation and attention
Off to gather kind words and compliments
Putting in effort to receive positive feedback from others
In a very short dress
Using physical appearance as a means of drawing attention
Leftovers and lovers
People and relationships that have already been consumed or used up
Consumed before the light
Over and done with before any real substance or meaning could be discovered
Every one looks pretty
People can appear attractive or desirable under the right circumstances
As long as there is night
Within the context of certain environments, this can be true
Losing coats and hats in lovers' cars
Leaving behind personal items in the vehicles of romantic partners
You're losing friends
Neglecting or alienating important relationships
You don't know who they are
Having shallow or surface-level connections with people
Climbing ladders that don't interest you
Pursuing goals or objectives that do not hold personal significance or value
Chasing rabbits, well, you always do
Constantly chasing after fleeting or unattainable endeavors
Tie your tiger to an old tree root
Mentally or emotionally anchoring oneself to something stable or familiar
You're sticking pins inside your soldier's boots
Committing self-sabotage or engaging in destructive actions that negatively impact oneself
Want everything, everything, everything
Desiring or expecting endless satisfaction and fulfillment
Everything, everything
Emphasizing this seemingly impossible desire
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: O. HAMMERSTEIN II, R. RODGERS
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