Liquid Gold
Bad Pony Lyrics
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Fancy, I woke up before my alarm
Rub my mind through my eyes, it's the best I can do
Before it's automatic habit of returning to you
Though I smile when it happens almost as if it was magic
It means there's a God somewhere and He's laughing
And I shuffle my slipper-less toes to the kitchen
Still low to the ground, but high on living
And I know, I know, it's gonna be a good day
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
Waking up, I stretch my body and acknowledge some aches
It must be something I did yesterday
Pour a cup of liquid gold, because my engine's still cold
But in a minute everything's gonna change
'Cause I know, I know, it's gonna be a good day
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
And this is what I've been waiting for
(This is what I've been waiting for)
This is what I've been waiting for
(This is what I've been waiting for)
Looking out from a cul-de-sac watching the band
Of the Earth take the plaque of the night from the dirt
I can see from the depths of my readjusting eyes
A reflection of yes's and that ever-changing sky
But why do bad dreams linger long after I awake
I don't need no scenes of violence or pain replayed
And I feel quite foolish sometimes when I pray
But my thoughts are all I got so I try to make 'em brave
And I know, I know, it's gonna be a good day
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
Oh this is what I've been waiting for
(This is what I've been waiting for)
Oh this is what I've been waiting for
(This is what I've been waiting for)
Oh this is what I've been waiting for
(This is what I've been waiting for)
Oh this is what I've been waiting for
(Hello)
And I know, I know, it's gonna be a good day
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
The lyrics to Bad Pony's "Liquid Gold" convey a fairly simple message of joy and optimism, but the way they do it is quite clever. The opening lines describe the experience of waking up early and being pleasantly surprised by it, as if some unseen force has given the singer a gift. The use of the phrase "fading star" suggests a sense of magic or wonder, while the idea of catching it suggests that good luck and good fortune are things that can be grasped if we're lucky enough. The lyrics then move on to describe the mundane rituals of the morning, like rubbing one's eyes and shuffling to the kitchen, but even these actions are imbued with a sense of joy and possibility.
The refrain, "Hello, hello, you beautiful thing," is a wonderful expression of gratitude to the universe for the gift of life. The singer seems to be saying that simply waking up and being able to experience the world is enough to make them happy, and that even the little annoyances and aches are just part of the grand adventure. The music echoes this sentiment, with its upbeat rhythm and catchy melody that invite the listener to dance along.
Overall, "Liquid Gold" is a celebration of life and its many small pleasures, of finding joy in the simple things and being grateful for the good moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Fall out of bed and catch a fading star
Starting my day early, hoping to achieve success and happiness despite the odds being against me.
Fancy, I woke up before my alarm
Feeling proud about waking up before my alarm, feeling like I've already accomplished something before beginning the day's tasks.
Rub my mind through my eyes, it's the best I can do
Trying to mentally clear the fog of sleep by rubbing my eyes, preparing myself for the day ahead as best as possible.
Before it's automatic habit of returning to you
Trying to overcome the urge to think about a person or situation that brings me down, hoping to break free from negative thought patterns.
Though I smile when it happens almost as if it was magic
Feeling happy when positive thoughts replace negative ones, almost as if a miracle has occurred.
It means there's a God somewhere and He's laughing
Believing that there is a powerful force responsible for the positive changes in my life, and that this force has a sense of humor.
And I shuffle my slipper-less toes to the kitchen
Walking to the kitchen in a relaxed state, feeling content and comfortable in my home.
Still low to the ground, but high on living
Feeling grounded in reality, but grateful for the many blessings in my life and hopeful for the future.
Waking up, I stretch my body and acknowledge some aches
Experiencing the physical realities of aging and taking note of any pain or discomfort in my body.
It must be something I did yesterday
Attributing any physical discomfort to past activities or behaviors, taking responsibility for my health and wellness.
Pour a cup of liquid gold, because my engine's still cold
Making coffee to help wake up and energize myself, comparing the drink to a precious metal because of its value in stimulating the mind and body.
But in a minute everything's gonna change
Feeling optimistic that the coffee will have a positive effect on my mood and energy levels, anticipating a positive shift in my day.
'Cause I know, I know, it's gonna be a good day
Feeling confident and positive about the day ahead, trusting that things will work out in my favor.
Hello, hello, you beautiful thing
Addressing the new day as a beautiful thing, filled with opportunity and possibility.
Looking out from a cul-de-sac watching the band
Observing the world from a limited perspective, feeling as if I'm at a dead end.
Of the Earth take the plaque of the night from the dirt
Watching the sun rise and illuminate the world, removing the darkness of night and revealing the beauty of the natural world.
I can see from the depths of my readjusting eyes
Looking at the world with fresh eyes, taking in the beauty and wonder of the world around me.
A reflection of yes's and that ever-changing sky
Seeing the sky as a metaphor for life, constantly changing and yet still beautiful, full of positivity and promise.
But why do bad dreams linger long after I awake
Wondering why negative experiences can have such a lasting effect on our minds and emotions, despite being in the past.
I don't need no scenes of violence or pain replayed
Rejecting the idea of reliving painful or traumatic experiences, choosing to focus on positive experiences and thoughts instead.
And I feel quite foolish sometimes when I pray
Feeling self-conscious about expressing religious beliefs and asking for help or guidance from a higher power.
But my thoughts are all I got so I try to make 'em brave
Acknowledging that our thoughts have a powerful effect on our emotions and actions, attempting to cultivate positive and brave thoughts to help face challenges.
Oh this is what I've been waiting for
Feeling excited and energized by the possibilities of a new day, recognizing the value and beauty of life.
Contributed by Hudson W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.