Edm… Read Full Bio ↴Bleu Edmondson is a Texas Country artist from New Braunfels, TX.
Edmondson began writing his own songs at the age of 19, got his first guitar on his 21st birthday, formed a band by the time he was 22 and hasn't looked back since. Ever since writing to the legendary Lloyd Maines, asking for a shot to do a record with the highly respected producer, Edmondson has been making records ever since, influenced by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Robert Earl keen, Lyle Lovett, and The Rolling Stones. Lloyd Maines, automatically gave Edmondson the guidance and street cred so many young songwriters strive for for years. His first album, Southland, produced the hits 50 Dollars and a Flask of Crown and Travellin Man which set Bleu off and running in the Texas music scene.
Edmondson's follow-up album, Lost Boy, featured eleven songs such as Jesus Is Crying, American Saint, and The Echo (Maybe Tonight).
Finger On the Trigger
Bleu Edmondson Lyrics
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Been runnin' on empty, my options are few
You know that I did the best that I can
But I've done hit rock bottom, and my time is at end.
Cause I lost my job, my bills are getting bigger
Crying baby, I'm bout to lose my mind
Hundred dollar habit, ain't got a penny
Can't keep a job, too fucked up
DHS is bout to take my kids
Trying to get well, keep getting sicker
Sitting in the parking lot, finger on the trigger.
You know I never meant to hurt anyone
And I'll face the consequences for everything I done
And Lord sometimes I wonder if you're even there
Cause my burden is backbreaking, it's more than I can bear.
Cause I lost my job, my bills are getting bigger
Crying baby, I'm bout to lose my mind
Hundred dollar habit, ain't got a penny
Woman ran off with a friend of mine
Can't keep a job... too fucked up
DHS is bout to take my kids
Trying to get well, keep getting sicker
Sitting in the parking lot, finger on the trigger.
Sitting in the parking lot, my finger on the trigger
Cause I lost my job, my bills are getting bigger
Crying baby, I'm bout to lose my mind
Hundred dollar habit, ain't got a penny
Woman ran off with a friend of mine
Can't keep a job, cause I'm too fucked up
DHS is bout to take my kids
Trying to get well, keep getting sicker
Sitting in the parking lot, finger on the trigger.
The lyrics to "Finger On the Trigger" by Bleu Edmondson depict a person who has hit rock bottom and is standing at the precipice of suicide. The singer seeks forgiveness from the Lord for the act he is about to commit, acknowledging that he has exhausted all his options and can see no way out of his dire situation. He has lost his job, is deep in debt, has a crying baby, a drug addiction, and a woman who has left him for a friend. Additionally, the DHS is about to take his kids away, and he is unable to keep a job due to his addiction issues. The singer sings about the burden being backbreaking and more than what he can bear, and wonders if God is even there to help him through this tough time. In the end, he is sitting in a parking lot with a finger on the trigger, contemplating suicide.
The song speaks to the complexities of poverty, addiction, and mental health issues, and how they can all be intertwined. The lyrics depict the despair that often comes with such problems, and how it can lead to suicidal thoughts. At its core, the song is a call to action for society to address these issues and provide more support for those who are struggling.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Lord, Please forgive me for what I'm about to do
I am about to take action that I may regret. I seek forgiveness for what I am about to do.
Been runnin' on empty, my options are few
I have been struggling for a while, and I see no way out of my difficulties. I feel helpless.
You know that I did the best that I can
I have tried my hardest to overcome my problems, but the circumstances have been too tough for me to handle.
But I've done hit rock bottom, and my time is at end.
I have reached the lowest point in my life, and it feels like the end is near. I am filled with despair.
Cause I lost my job, my bills are getting bigger
I am struggling to pay my bills after losing my job. The situation is getting worse by the day.
Crying baby, I'm bout to lose my mind
I am feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of taking care of my crying baby. It is driving me crazy.
Hundred dollar habit, ain't got a penny
I have managed to develop an expensive addiction, but I do not have enough money to support it.
Woman ran off with a friend of mine
My partner has left me for one of my friends, causing me a great deal of emotional pain.
Can't keep a job, too fucked up
I am struggling with addiction and mental health issues that make it difficult for me to hold down a job.
DHS is bout to take my kids
The Department of Human Services is threatening to take my children away from me due to my inability to meet their basic needs.
Trying to get well, keep getting sicker
I am making an effort to improve my situation, but it seems like things are only getting worse. I am in a never-ending cycle of illness and despair.
Sitting in the parking lot, finger on the trigger.
I am sitting in a car park with a gun, contemplating suicide due to the overwhelming circumstances in my life.
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@Rock49
Oh Lord please forgive me for what I'm about to do
I'm running on empty and my options are few
You know that I did the best that I can
But i've done hit rock bottom, my time is at handBecause I lost my job
My bills are getting bigger
Cryin' baby bout to lose my mind
Hundred dollar habit, I ain't got a penny
My woman ran off with a friend of mine
I can't keep a job, cause I'm too fucked up
DHS bout to take my kids
Tryin' to get well, keep getting sicker
Sittin' in the parking lot, my finger on the triggerYou know I never meant to hurt anyone
And I'll face the consequences for everything I've done
And Lord sometimes I wonder if your even there
'Cause my burden is back-breaking and it's all that I can bearBecause I lost my job
My bills are getting bigger
Cryin' baby bout to lose my mind
Hundred dollar habit, I ain't got a penny
My woman ran off with a friend of mine
I can't keep a job, cause I'm too fucked up
DHS bout to take my kids
Tryin' to get well, keep getting sicker
Sittin' in the parking lot, my finger on the trigger
@wndmillr
One of my favorite artist.... with every thing gong on, these could be the new lyrics. Stay safe..
Oh Lord please forgive me for what I'm about to do
I'm running on empty and my options are few
You know that I did the best that I can
But i've done hit rock bottom, my time is at hand
Because I lost my job
My bills are getting bigger
Cryin' baby bout to lose my mind
Used to have a job,, I ain't got a penny
My woman ran off with a friend of mine
I can't get a job, cause China fucked up
CDC bout to kill my kids
Tryin' to get well, keep getting sicker
Sittin' in the parking lot, my finger on the trigger
You know I never meant to hurt anyone
And I'll face the consequences for everything I've done
And Lord sometimes I wonder if your even there
'Cause my burden is back-breaking and it's all that I can bear
Because I lost my job
My bills are getting bigger
Cryin' baby bout to lose my mind
Used to have a job,, I ain't got a penny
My woman ran off with a friend of mine
I can't get a job, cause China fucked up
CDC bout to kill my kids
Tryin' to get well, keep getting sicker
Sittin' in the parking lot, my finger on the trigger
@redneckguitar6539
It's been a couple of years since I first heard this song. I was experiencing really hard times when I first heard it. My grandpa whom had raised me and taught me how to be a man had just passed away, and my family had lost the farm that I grew up on. Everything had changed for me within two days of my grandpa passing. I had to move to a different state and be surrounded by new faces that I didn't know and everything was just flipped upside down for me. And eventually it all hit me one night while I was sitting in my truck out in a field by myself with a loaded 12 gauge shot gun in hand. I was tired of everything and just done with life. But this song came on to the radio and it awaken the man in me that my grandpa had created and I decided that I was going to be a better man and I wasn't about to give up on life. Long story short I decided to enlist into the United States Marine Corps and Make myself a better man and I am proud to serve with the best brotherhood there is and experience plenty of things that I am grateful for🇺🇲 God bless and Semper Fi
@IchSprecheKeinDeutsch
wow that's dark...
@shiniquajones2812
Sometimes everything gets turned upside down real quick
@tigercat73
Doors in our lives get closed and really special doors get opened. Stay strong and thanks for your service!!
@thepatriot7639
God bless you brother. PLT 1075 San Diego MCRD. August 8, 89 July 1, 93 Semper Fidelis
@christopherbanks8320
Another finger on the trigger could be a needle or crack pipe or meth pipe ,not a shot gun
@justmejt3967
I’ve been listening to this song for years. It never gets old. You can feel the loneliness and desperation through his words and, unfortunately, so many of us can relate. Well done.
@trickyricky591
I relate to this song ..oh so well
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