Sunset
Adam Calhoun feat. Cossetti Lyrics

Uh, I'm feeling free as a bird
I feel completely unrestricted and liberated.

Free as a bird
A metaphor comparing the feeling of freedom to that of a bird flying without constraints.

Uh, ridin' down Sunset
Traveling down Sunset Blvd., possibly enjoying the scenery.

I ain't got
Implies that there is nothing missing or needed in the moment.

Listen up, look at me, for my country, I will bleed
Asserting devotion to serving one's country even if it means sacrificing their life.

Men and women gettin' killed overseas, nothin's free
Acknowledging that many people have lost their lives overseas while fighting for their country and the ultimate cost of freedom.

See that air that you breathe
Highlighting the fact that freedom and fresh air come at a cost and are not easily achieved.

Someone sacrificed their life
Referring to the sacrifices made by individuals in the military, in order for others to have freedom.

So why you feel you can knee
Asking why some people feel that they can disrespect their country or its symbols.

When they raise the stars and stripes
Referring to the raising of the US flag, which is a symbol of patriotism and freedom.

I-I-I love to kill them all
Saying that he loves to eliminate his enemies completely.

Love forgive me sorry God
Asking for forgiveness from God for violent thoughts.

Can y'all please quit your bitchin'
Asking people to stop complaining and find solutions instead.

Or at least got get a job
Implies that people who complain should consider distracting themselves by occupying their time with something productive.

You'd rather stand around
Referring to people who spend time protesting instead of working towards a solution.

Burn the flag to the ground
Referring to the disrespectful act of burning the American flag.

Let that happen in my town
Suggesting that such an act would not be tolerated in his hometown or community.

See how fast you get found
Implies that there may be consequences for rage acts of disrespect like burning the American flag.

Where I'm from we don't play
Suggesting that people from his hometown take disrespect towards their country or its symbols seriously.

We just pay our respects
Implies that showing respect is a part of the culture in his community.

And if you got somethin' to say
Inviting people to express their opinions.

You gonna say it with your chest
Saying it directly and confidently.

If you can't back it up
Implies that people who cannot voice their opinions with facts or conviction cannot be taken seriously.

You gonna say it with regret
Refers to the feeling of remorse that comes with not being able to back up one's claims.

What they say
Referring to a popular saying.

"Fuck with the best and die like the rest"
A macho expression that claims that if one messes with someone of great skill or ability, they are likely to meet the same fate as those who have previously tried and failed.

I'ma live to the death of me
Declare to live until the day of his death.

Definitely got some devil in me
Acknowledging one's faults and suggesting dishonest or sinister tendencies.

Sort it out with the Lord
Refers to the idea of reconciling with God or making amends to people who have been negatively affected by their actions.

Then maybe it's heaven for me
If one can reconcile his faults, there is the hope of divine intervention or reward in heaven.

We'll see how it goes from here
Acknowledging that the future is uncertain and one cannot predict what will happen.

Hopefully die old in a chair
A common wish for a long and comfortable life.

Flag blowin' in the breeze
Referring to the American flag waving in the wind as a symbol of freedom and patriotism.

Sippin' on a cold beer
A moment of relaxation and enjoyment.

Bird, free as preferred
Another metaphor comparing freedom to a bird that is free to fly wherever it wishes.

Some man that give them the bird
Referring to someone who makes a rude gesture like raising a middle finger to express their feelings about an issue or a person.

Bird, if they offended by my
In this context, the bird is a symbolic reference to the middle finger gesture.

Freedom of words
The ability or right to share one's opinions or feelings, even if controversial or unpopular.

Words, damn right I meant it when I said it
Emphasizing that the author truly believes in what he writes or says.

That's my word
A way of saying that he stands behind his words and claims responsibility for them.

And that shit authentic
Claiming that he is genuine and truthful in his words and actions.

My panic for panic fighters in bags
Showing concern and empathy for soldiers who have died fighting for their country.

Throwin' them left and rights
A common phrase for throwing punches, which could suggest a metaphorical intention of taking revenge or fighting for justice.

Writtin' songs to right these wrongs
Expressing his belief that writing songs is one way to address wrongs and make injustices right.

Until there's nothin' left to write
Implies a commitment to continue writing until all wrongs are righted or until his death.

Best advise I was given
Encouraging listeners to pay attention because some wise advice is about to be shared.

"Live this life you was given
A piece of advice to live in the present moment and make the most of one's life.

Like the only one you have
As though it is the only one available: seize the day.

And don't hold back
An encouragement to be brave and to make bold choices with impunity.

'Cause you ain't livin' twice"
The saying 'you only live once' is rephrased into 'you ain't living twice' as a further encouragement to make the most of one's life.

No regrets, no regrets
A restatement of an earlier point of not having any regrets in life.

Baby, no regrets
Addressed to a loved one as if trying to assure them that he will not regret his life's choices.

You lookin' for a perfect life
Implies that living a perfect life is not a worthwhile pursuit, and instead of living one should recognize that one's imperfections make him who he is.

I wouldn't hold your breath
Suggesting that the odds of having a perfect life are very slim and not worth waiting for.

They take my tips in cash
Referring to a service worker somewhere who earns his money mostly in cash.

I'm going to my death
The artist recognizes that they are not immortal and will die at some point.

Ain't gotta tell me
I already know.

Life ain't free
Highlighting the idea that everything in life has a cost and nothing is free of charge.

I know who wrote the check
Acknowledging the fact that someone paid the cost for one's freedom.

Who paid the price
Directly acknowledging that someone was responsible for paying a cost, likely a reference to the many soldiers and warfighters who have given their lives.

Who saved my life
Implying that his life was saved at some point, possibly via medical intervention, but more likely referring to the general quality and preservation of life.

I know, I know my road
Confidently recognizing and understanding one's path or life journey.

And ain't afraid to say it's Christ
Attesting, often explicitly, to the Christian faith or that it was through Christ that a person was saved and redeemed.

Don't take me yet
A hopeful plea to stay alive for a little longer.

Please Lord, I ain't done yet
Asking God to spare him so that he can continue living and accomplishing his goals.

Greatest yours
Possibly a reference to the Christian belief that God is the greatest authority and ruler.

I just wanna ride off in the sunset
A desire to retire or to die peacefully and gracefully.

Yea, I'm feelin' free as a bird
Repeating the earlier claim that he feels unlimited and liberated.

Ride into the sunset
A metaphorical reference to continuing on with life's journey, possibly with a final destination in mind.

I ain't got one regret
Reaffirming the sentiment that he is at peace with his life's choices and has no regrets.