Bottle
Aces Over Kings Lyrics
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Followed through with the classic crime
I know that you got lucky tonight
Now I hope that you've learned from this
Always seems like it's hit or miss
Next time it could be someone's life
I hope you're humbled now
What you do is what you are
I know you know what's right
So break those strings and walk away
Make room for a better day
Don't you know that your worth more than
The bottle around your neck
Worth more than the feeling that you get
When you tip it back
It's over now and you're still alive
Another chance to do it right
Another choice to save a broken heart
Make a difference with the life you choose
You got one shot, don't abuse it
Your potential is up to you
Look at what's inside
You're stronger than you'll ever know
More important than you may feel
Reach for the sky
Understanding life is understanding Him
Understanding Him will change your life
Now I know, life is hard
You've got to fight to do what's right
You've got to fight through the night
Do you want to feel alive?
Stop living the world's lie
Start living in His light
The lyrics in Aces Over Kings' song Bottle explore the theme of addiction and self-destructive behavior as a result of alcohol consumption. The song's message is about hope and redemption, encouraging the listener to break free from the grip of addiction and make better choices. The opening lines speak of someone who has committed a "classic crime" after getting lucky but warns that next time their actions could have severe consequences. The message here is that addiction is not only self-destructive but can harm others in the process.
The chorus places emphasis on one's self-worth, encouraging the listener to recognize that they are worth more than the bottle around their neck and the temporary feeling that comes with alcohol. This line shows that the effects of alcoholism can cause one to lose sight of their value, and in turn lead to more self-destructive behavior. The song's bridge reminds us that strength comes from within and that we are all important in our own way. With an appeal to a higher power, the track closes by urging the listener to do what's right and live a life with meaning and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
You've done it one more time
You've committed the same mistake once again
Followed through with the classic crime
You've committed a commonly repeated wrongdoing
I know that you got lucky tonight
I'm aware that you managed to escape unscathed this time
Now I hope that you've learned from this
I wish you've gained some knowledge and wisdom from your experience
Always seems like it's hit or miss
The outcome of this situation is consistently unpredictable
Next time it could be someone's life
Your actions could potentially cost someone their life in the future
I hope you're humbled now
I hope you've become more modest and down-to-earth
What you say it means nothing
Your words are meaningless if not followed by actions
What you do is what you are
Your actions define who you are as a person
I know you know what's right
I'm confident that you're aware of what's morally correct
So break those strings and walk away
Free yourself from addiction and move on
Make room for a better day
Create space for a brighter future
Don't you know that your worth more than
Realize that you're valuable and deserve more than
The bottle around your neck
The detrimental addiction that's weighing you down
Worth more than the feeling that you get
Your worth surpasses the temporary pleasure you experience
When you tip it back
When you indulge in your addiction
It's over now and you're still alive
The ordeal has ended, and you've survived it
Another chance to do it right
Another opportunity to make positive choices
Another choice to save a broken heart
Another decision to help heal someone's emotional pain
Make a difference with the life you choose
Use your life to positively impact those around you
You got one shot, don't abuse it
You only have one life, don't waste it
Your potential is up to you
You have the power to unlock your full potential
Look at what's inside
Reflect on your inner self
You're stronger than you'll ever know
You possess more strength than you realize
More important than you may feel
You're more significant than you perceive
Reach for the sky
Aim high and work hard to achieve your goals
Understanding life is understanding Him
Comprehending life involves understanding a higher power
Understanding Him will change your life
Developing a relationship with this higher power will positively transform your life
Now I know, life is hard
I understand that life can be arduous
You've got to fight to do what's right
You have to put effort to make righteous decisions
You've got to fight through the night
You have to persist even in dark and challenging times
Do you want to feel alive?
Do you want to experience genuine vitality?
Stop living the world's lie
Stop leading a life prescribed by society
Start living in His light
Embark on leading a life guided by a higher power
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.