Buck-O-Nine has released several albums including Songs in the Key of Bree, Barfly, Twenty-Eight Teeth, and Libido.
Currently Buck-O-Nine still plays shows for fun. They have re-connected with the positive, fun vibe that the band originated from.
Dear Anna
Buck-O-Nine Lyrics
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Now I know why you had to leave
I'm just a bored suburban punk and I
Watch too much trash TV junk
Dear Anna
Understand please if you can
I know I've got a lot of things to learn
And I've got a lot of bad habits to burn.
Dear Anna
When you're sick and you've had too much
Anna you can come over for lunch
And I'll cut the crusts right off your white bread.
Anna, we could watch the sunset
If it wouldn't interfere with my programs
Next year.
Dear Anna
The song "Dear Anna" by Buck-O-Nine is a heartfelt message to someone who has left the singer's life. The singer is sitting on the couch, watching TV and realizing why the person had to leave. He acknowledges that he is just a "bored suburban punk" who watches too much trash TV junk. The lyrics reveal his self-awareness that he has a short attention span and a lot of bad habits to burn. Despite this, he wants the person to understand that he is trying to learn and grow.
The singer offers a heartfelt invitation to Anna to come over for lunch and watch the sunset together, but also admits that he doesn't want to interfere with his TV programs next year. This juxtaposition of sincerity and habit is what makes the song so relatable. The lyrics show that even when we recognize our flaws, it doesn't mean we can't still try to connect with others.
Overall, "Dear Anna" is a poignant and honest portrayal of the struggle to balance our desires with our shortcomings. It acknowledges the challenge of self-improvement while still embracing our imperfections.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on the couch and I'm watching TV
I am being lazy and unproductive by spending my time watching television.
Now I know why you had to leave
I understand that your decision to leave me was influenced by my lack of ambition and drive.
I'm just a bored suburban punk and I
My privileged position in society has left me feeling unfulfilled and uninspired.
Watch too much trash TV junk
I consume meaningless and low-quality entertainment, which indicates my lack of intellectual curiosity.
Understand please if you can
I am asking for your understanding, even though I don't deserve it.
That I've got a short attention span
I have difficulty concentrating on things for a long time, which is a flaw that I need to work on.
I know I've got a lot of things to learn
I am aware that I have many knowledge gaps and areas for personal growth.
And I've got a lot of bad habits to burn.
I have indulged in harmful behaviors that I need to overcome in order to be a better person.
When you're sick and you've had too much
If you're feeling unwell or overwhelmed, I am here for you.
Anna you can come over for lunch
I want to provide you with a safe and comforting space where you can take a break from your struggles.
And I'll cut the crusts right off your white bread.
I want to do something small and thoughtful to make you feel cared for and special.
Anna, we could watch the sunset
I am suggesting a simple and beautiful activity that we can enjoy together.
If it wouldn't interfere with my programs
However, I am prioritizing my own entertainment and comfort over spending quality time with you.
Next year.
I am putting off making meaningful changes until an unspecified later date, when I may or may not follow through with them.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anthony Jerome Curry, Craig William Yarnold, Daniel Leon Albert, Jon Ryan Pebsworth, Jonas Kleiner, Scott Tyler Kennerly, Steve D Bauer
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