Hey Ma
Alon Barak Lyrics
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I took it remote
I wanted a bath
""Tell the story or he goes""
""Tell the story or he goes""
Full time, you talk your money up
While it's living in a coal mine
Hey Ma, hey Ma
Tall vote, you know you mope it up
Well, you wanted it your whole life
You're back and forth with light
I waited outside
I was tokin' on dope
I hoped it all wunt go in a minute
With the past that you know
I wanted all that mind sugar
I want it all mine
I had a heavy mind, sugar
It took it, it was right
Full time, you talk your money up
While it's living in a coal mine
Tall time to call your Ma
Hey Ma, hey Ma
Tall vote, you know you mope it up
Well, you wanted it your whole life
You're back and forth with light
You're back and forth
You're back and forth
You go back and forth
And then you're back and forth
And back and forth
I waited outside
Then you took me in the room
And you offered up the truth
My eyes crawling up the window to the wall
From dusk 'til dawn
Let me talk to 'em
Let me talk to 'em all
[Chorus]
Full time, you talk your money up
While it's living in a coal mine
Tall time to call your Ma
Hey Ma, hey Ma
Tall vote, you know you mope it up
Well, you wanted it your whole life
You're back and forth with light
The lyrics to Alon Barak's song "Hey Ma" depict a complex and introspective narrative that explores themes of longing, confusion, and the search for truth. The song begins with the singer waiting outside, feeling distant and disconnected. They desire a sense of rejuvenation and seek solace in a bath, but there is a sense of urgency as someone threatens them to "tell the story or he goes." This line suggests a potential consequence for remaining silent, emphasizing the importance of honesty and communication.
The chorus delves into the dichotomy of talking about money and materialism while simultaneously living in a state of emotional turmoil, comparing it to living in a coal mine. The reference to calling "Ma" is possibly an appeal to a maternal figure for guidance and comfort. The lyrics also highlight the way the singer has been persistently trying to obtain their desires, going back and forth with their pursuit of light and happiness.
In the second verse, the singer shares their experience of waiting outside, engaging in drug use to escape their reality. They hope for the passing moments to be extended, implying a desire to prolong pleasure and escape from their troubles. The lines "I wanted all that mind sugar, I want it all mine" convey a craving for mental and emotional satisfaction. The heavy mind they possess suggests a burden they carry.
As the song progresses, the singer is taken into a room where the truth is presented to them. The imagery of their eyes crawling up the window to the wall indicates their intense focus and scrutiny. From dusk until dawn, the singer wants to talk to everyone, expressing a need to share their experiences and revelations.
Overall, "Hey Ma" explores the complex emotions and experiences of the singer, highlighting the conflicts they face and their continual search for authenticity and resolution.
Line by Line Meaning
I waited outside
I patiently stood outside
I took it remote
I distanced myself
I wanted a bath
I desired tranquility and cleansing
"Tell the story or he goes"
Reveal the truth or face consequences
"Tell the story or he goes"
Reveal the truth or face consequences
Full time, you talk your money up
You constantly emphasize the value of wealth
While it's living in a coal mine
Even though it thrives in darkness
Tall time to call your Ma
Opportunity to reach out to your mother
Hey Ma, hey Ma
Addressing your mother affectionately
Tall vote, you know you mope it up
Consider your choices, don't wallow
Well, you wanted it your whole life
Your lifelong desire
You're back and forth with light
You oscillate with the concept of enlightenment
I was tokin' on dope
I was smoking marijuana
I hoped it all wunt go in a minute
I wished it wouldn't end quickly
With the past that you know
Considering the familiar history
I wanted all that mind sugar
I desired intellectual stimulation
I want it all mine
I aspire to possess everything
I had a heavy mind, sugar
My thoughts weighed heavily
It took it, it was right
It accepted and acknowledged it
You're back and forth
You vacillate
You go back and forth
You constantly move in opposite directions
And then you're back and forth
And then you continue oscillating
And back and forth
And continuously vacillating
Then you took me in the room
Then you brought me into the space
And you offered up the truth
And you presented the reality
My eyes crawling up the window to the wall
My gaze moving slowly upwards
From dusk 'til dawn
From sunset until sunrise
Let me talk to 'em
Allow me to address them
Let me talk to 'em all
Let me communicate with everyone
Full time, you talk your money up
You constantly emphasize the value of wealth
While it's living in a coal mine
Even though it thrives in darkness
Tall time to call your Ma
Opportunity to reach out to your mother
Hey Ma, hey Ma
Addressing your mother affectionately
Tall vote, you know you mope it up
Consider your choices, don't wallow
Well, you wanted it your whole life
Your lifelong desire
You're back and forth with light
You oscillate with the concept of enlightenment
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: אלון ברק ורוני פרי
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Sricharan Parnandi
I wish my life was only sorrounded by people who appreciate music like this.
Nice cover tho.
AlonBarakMusic
Thank you brother, appreciate it
Sancho Panso
This is just a delight! I'm in heaven!
Thank you !
AlonBarakMusic
Thank you! You're a Bon Iver fan?
Sancho Panso
@AlonBarakMusic Yes! I love his work!
AlonBarakMusic
@Sancho Panso Great!
Sancho Panso
@AlonBarakMusic Do something else Bon Iver
Du Panache
AMAZING! Better than our cover version
Elisha Felisha
Nice cover.
AlonBarakMusic
Thanks:)