The Raven
Bag of Toys Lyrics


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Wake up in the morning / a suicidal warning
Pull the shades back up to expose the sun
Walk outside or get a ride just get your ass there on time
Cuz we'll leave without everyone

we never did.

Everyone knows where to meet/Just behind pier 23
Don't forget your 12 pack of beer
The weathers great I have to say It's gonna be a perfect day
And we haven't lost a single life yet
we never did...never did, never did, never did...

Oh! Drink it on up, tilt it on back and pass the rest on
Oh, Don't let these days pass you by, cuz they won't last that long

Rich is making drinks down stairs / Pass him down the empty beers
Could someone pass another one up?
Kinda sacked, the boat is packed / Christeen's puking off the back
If the coast guard see's us, man, we're fucked

but they never did.

Brady's got the music wired / The Bob Marley's still required
To get this vessel all in the mood
Get to Sam's is all we've plannned / Docking we could sure use a hand
Before the waitress brings us our food
she never did...never did, never did, never did...

Oh! Drink it on up, tilt it on back and pass the rest on
Oh, Don't let these days pass you by, cuz they won't last that long

I'd like to see, be it, feel it, need it,
Don't repeat the shit your seeing, dealing with the feeling that your needing (its a)
long ride, high...tide...brain's fried, I think it's done, I think it's leaking out the other side
Go low, so-lo, ain't got no posse cuz their getting loaded on the boat
I'd like to see, be it, feel it, need it,





Oh! Drink it on up, tilt it on back and pass the rest on
Oh, Don't let these days pass you by, cuz they won't last that long

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bag of Toys's song "The Raven" capture a day in the life of a group of friends, who are determined to make the most of their time together. The opening lines are a little bleak as they speak of a "suicidal warning", suggesting that one of the friends is struggling with some mental health issues. However, instead of dwelling on this, they choose to focus on the positive and head outside to enjoy the sunshine. The group has a ritual established, meeting behind Pier 23 with a 12 pack of beer in tow, and nothing can get in the way of their plans.


As the day proceeds, the friends have a raucous time on their boat, drinking, listening to Bob Marley, and enjoying the camaraderie. There's some drama when one of the friends gets sick, and they worry about getting caught by the coast guard. Still, they manage to carry on without consequence, safe in their bubble of friendship.


The overarching message of the song seems to be to make the most of every moment, as time passes quickly and these moments won't last forever. While the lyrics aren't particularly deep or complex, they capture the spirit of carefree, youthful joy that is hard to replicate as we grow older.


Line by Line Meaning

Wake up in the morning / a suicidal warning
Starting each day can feel like a daunting task and can often come with feelings of despair and hopelessness.


Pull the shades back up to expose the sun
Even when things feel dark and difficult, there is always light and beauty in the world if we are willing to seek it out.


Walk outside or get a ride just get your ass there on time Cuz we'll leave without everyone we never did.
In order to enjoy life and have shared experiences with those we care about, it's important to make the effort to show up and be present.


Everyone knows where to meet/Just behind pier 23 Don't forget your 12 pack of beer The weathers great I have to say It's gonna be a perfect day And we haven't lost a single life yet we never did...never did, never did, never did...
Sometimes the simple things in life, like gathering with friends and enjoying the sun, can bring immense joy and create lasting memories.


Rich is making drinks down stairs / Pass him down the empty beers Could someone pass another one up? Kinda sacked, the boat is packed / Christeen's puking off the back If the coast guard see's us, man, we're fucked but they never did.
Part of enjoying life and having fun is taking risks and doing things that might be a little reckless, but it's important to be mindful of the potential consequences and take responsibility for our actions.


Brady's got the music wired / The Bob Marley's still required To get this vessel all in the mood Get to Sam's is all we've plannned / Docking we could sure use a hand Before the waitress brings us our food she never did...never did, never did, never did...
Having a good soundtrack is essential for creating a fun and lively atmosphere, and it's important to take care of one another and work together in order to achieve our goals.


I'd like to see, be it, feel it, need it, Don't repeat the shit your seeing, dealing with the feeling that your needing (its a) long ride, high...tide...brain's fried, I think it's done, I think it's leaking out the other side Go low, so-lo, ain't got no posse cuz their getting loaded on the boat I'd like to see, be it, feel it, need it,
Life is a journey and it's important to take risks, explore our desires and emotions, and live in the present moment, even when things feel uncertain or overwhelming.


Oh! Drink it on up, tilt it on back and pass the rest on Oh, Don't let these days pass you by, cuz they won't last that long
Life is short and it's important to savor every moment and make the most of our time with the people we care about.




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Álvaro González

Feel this song...

Koush Al

american pie 8 openning creditss <3 it

jennrock Orola

american pie 8 soundtrack <3

Vladimir Vhuzhgha

Man, hole in one brought me here. I've been looking for this song.

Sara Chalstrom

love this song :o) p.s anything after American wedding sucks, and American wedding wasn't even that good.

Leonardo DaVinci

yes its ap8 ost dude

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